Animal Technician – Weekends
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for an Animal Technician – Weekends to join the Animal Centre team at Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA) on a fixed‑term, part‑time basis working weekends.
Role pays between £10,420.76 – £11,582.27 (FTE £24,098–£26,784). 16 hours per week at weekends, fixed‑term until 31/08/2026.
Responsibilities
* Maintain high standards of animal welfare and husbandry for all animals under care.
* Daily animal health checks, record‑keeping of health and behaviours using ZIMS and other methods.
* Attend to husbandry requirements: clean enclosures, prepare and present food, ensure appropriate bedding and water supply.
* Liaise with veterinarians for routine preventative treatments and medication administration.
* Keep work areas and accommodations clean and hygiene compliant.
* Adhere to all Animal Management Centre procedures and protocols.
* Guide student groups during practical weekend duties and assist in preparation for classes.
* Ensure safety, security of the Animal Management Centre and compliance with college health and safety policies.
Qualifications
* Minimum Level 3 vocational qualification relevant to animal care or husbandry.
* Strong practical skills working with a variety of animals.
* Strong record‑keeping abilities and familiarity with animal management software.
* Capability to work with minimal supervision.
* Enhanced DBS and Barred List check.
Benefits
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff.
* Wide range of subsidised leisure courses.
* Defined benefit pension scheme.
* Free on‑site parking.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Family friendly policies.
* On‑site coffee shop & cafeteria.
* Health & wellbeing benefits – discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling, discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon.
Safeguarding & Equality
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks.
Please be advised that the vacancy will close on 6th December 2025. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.
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