Do you have a passion for animal welfare and experience working with a wide range of species in a practical setting?
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Technician in Animal Studies to support the effective day-to-day operation of our Animal Studies Unit at Stamford College. This role plays a vital part in maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare while supporting teaching staff and students within a busy and varied learning environment.
The Animal Care Technician will work 21 hours per week, during term time on a permanent contract. We would like our technician to cover one Saturday in four weeks (which means a day off in the week).
Working closely with the Animal Unit Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for routine and specialist animal husbandry, maintaining clean and safe environments, supporting student practical activities, and ensuring full compliance with health, safety and animal welfare legislation. You will also contribute to record keeping, stock control, minor maintenance and play a key role in supporting students undertaking practical work and work experience within the unit.
This is a hands-on role requiring flexibility, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to animal care and education.
We are looking for someone with experience of:
Working with a wide range of animals, maintaining high standards of welfare and husbandry
Feeding, cleaning, grooming, handling and monitoring animal health on a daily basis
Identifying signs of illness, stress or injury and responding appropriately
Administering medication and supporting veterinary visits where required
Supporting teaching staff and supervising students during practical activities and assessments
Maintaining accurate records relating to animal welfare, stock and health
Ordering and managing supplies including food, bedding and cleaning materials
Working within health and safety regulations, including COSHH and risk assessments
Carrying out minor maintenance and repairs within animal enclosures and facilities
Working flexibly, including participation in after-hours and weekend rotas
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please apply now!
Why work for IEG?
Generous Leave: 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.
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