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ZSL - Whipsnade Zoo
East Midlands Closing date for applications is: 16th Jun 2025
Contact: Recruitment Team (recruitment@zsl.org) Sector: Animal Care Type: Paid Contract type: Part-time Salary: £13,328 per annum (£24,990 FTE)
Purpose Of The Role
ZSL is seeking a dedicated Zookeeper within the Predator section of our Animal Department at Whipsnade Zoo, one of the UK's largest zoo's nestled in the beautiful Chiltern Hills.
This exciting opportunity involves caring for an incredible range of mammals, including African lions, Amur tigers, African wild dogs, brown bears, Northern cheetah, lynx, wolverine, short-clawed otters, aardvark, porcupine, and meerkats.
As a vital team member, you will ensure the highest standards of animal welfare and husbandry, play an active role in enrichment and training programmes, and help create engaging experiences for visitors. You will work closely with the section manager, team leader, and colleagues, supporting all aspects of daily care and conservation efforts for these amazing species.
This role is offered as a 12-month contract, working 20 hours per week.
Key responsibilities:
* Food Preparation: Preparation of approved diets and the carrying out of feeding procedures.
* Hygiene and Cleaning: Maintaining the highest standards of hygiene by cleaning and maintaining exhibits, equipment, and other designated areas.
* Husbandry and Enrichment: Contribute to the development of high standards of husbandry and welfare, developing innovative, enriching, and aesthetic enclosures with the team.
* Animal Observation: Observe the behaviour, health, and security of animals and report concerns and problems to Lead Keepers or Section Manager.
About You
* Successfully completed the Zookeeper and Aquarist Apprenticeship Programme or a Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (DMZAA), or an equivalent qualification.
* Practical experience working with animals in a zoo or aquarium, ideally managing exotic species.
* Demonstrates initiative and a proactive, sustainable approach to completing tasks that benefit the department, maximising productivity and efficiency.
* Can work effectively both as part of a team and independently to carry out section tasks.
* Demonstrates professionalism through punctuality, reliability, integrity, and a diligent work ethic.
* Hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence.
This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including the candidate's right to work in the UK.
We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds and celebrate the value of having a team of employees with diverse skills, experiences, and heritage. We are committed to ensuring our teams can bring their authentic selves to work without fear of discrimination. ZSL has active equality networks for our staff with lived experience and those who provide active allyship in Race and Culture, Team Pride, Disability Network, and Menopause Network, complemented by our strategic EDI Steering Group.
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Please apply via our website:
https://careers.zsl.org/vacancies/462/zookeeper--predators.html
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