Discovery and Learning Manager - Highland Wildlife Park
About us
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) is a wildlife conservation charity with a bold vision: a world where nature is protected, valued and loved.
The Discovery and Learning Manager will manage the discovery, learning, community, nature accessibility, daily onsite engagement activity and volunteering functions at Highland Wildlife Park, with input into these activities across the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS). They will supportour charity’s strategic goals, position our parks as world-class visitordestinationsand strengthen our reputation as a global leader in conservation,scienceand community engagement.
Some of the things you’ll do:
* Support the development and delivery of the learning,communityand discoverystrategies alignedwith RZSS’ mission and long-term goals, nationalprioritiesand curriculum outcomes
* Identifyand develop income-generating opportunities, including grants, sponsorship, partnerships, commercial educationproductsand fundraising initiatives, to support programme sustainability
* Develop and oversee education, learning,discoveryand communityprogrammesthat align with national priorities, curriculum outcomes andorganisationalobjectivesand broaden participation, particularly for under-represented audiences
* Embedapproaches to accessibility,inclusionand lifelong learningintoprogramming,ensuring RZSS is recognised as a best-practice exemplar
* Support teams to secure external funding, ensuring programme sustainability and growth
* Foster partnerships with schools, universities, local authorities, Non-GovernmentalOrganisationsandcommunitypartners to expandRZSS’reach and influence.
* Engage in continuous professional development in conservation education, leadership, accessibility and inclusion practices
* Contribute to and learn from national and international research in conservation, learning and community engagement
What we’re looking for:
* Excellent understanding and knowledge ofadaptablecommunicationwith diverseaudiences
* Excellentknowledge of learningand education outside of traditional education settings, lifelong learning,outdoor learning andaccessibility and inclusion
* Strong project and change management capability, with evidence of delivering transformational outcomes
* Managing multiple projects and deadlines
* Building relationships with and managing stakeholders, including internal colleagues and external partners
Whatyou’llget in return:
* Starting pro-rated salary of £46,634 or £47,800 (offer based on experience) with future salary progression up to £51,979 per annum
* 34 days annual leave (pro rata)
* Discount in both retail/catering
* Access to a healthcare plan
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), that provide 24-hour counselling and support, including health, legal, finance, wellbeing and family advice
* Employer contributory pension scheme
* You will receive a staff membership which will give you (and family/friends) free (and discounted) entry to both the Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo as well as a number of other Zoo’s across the UK.
* If this role excites you and aligns with your career aspirations, click APPLY now.
This is a full time, fixed term post for 2 years.
The closing date for this role is Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 10am. Interviews will take place in person at Highland Wildlife Park, Kincraig, on Monday 23 March 2026.
This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including the candidate's right to work in the UK and PVG Check.
Please note that shortlisting of applications and interviews for this position will take place while the advert is live. The advert will close once a successful candidate has been found.
Interested candidates are therefore encouraged tosubmitapplications, as soon as possible.
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland is an equal opportunities employer. Our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce following the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010.
We offer a range of great benefits which you can read about here .
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