Job Title
Animal Care Assistant (Weekend)
Location
Wisbech
Job Type
Permanent / Part Time
Salary
£5,307 – £5,353 per annum
Hours
8 hours per week on average (alternate weekends – both Saturday and Sunday). Optionally, hours may be available for single days each week.
Responsibilities
* Provide general day‑to‑day care for a wide range of animals, including handling, cleaning, and maintenance.
* Prepare animals and environments for educational activities.
* Liaise with the team to report behavioural or health changes and ensure welfare is the top priority.
* Support the animal centre’s 365‑day, round‑the‑clock operation.
* Work as part of a friendly, collaborative team and gain experience in animal care.
Qualifications
* Level 2 qualification related to animal care.
* Relevant industry experience in animal care.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave allowance of 30 days per year for support staff.
* Five college closure days plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time).
* Fee waivers on some college courses.
* Contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Discounts with local businesses.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Access to the Employee Assistance Programme and well‑being resources.
* Job share opportunities available.
Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding
CWA is a Disability Confident employer and offers a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We are committed to safeguarding; all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks, and an online search.
Application Process
To apply online or view all vacancies, visit cwa.ac.uk. For role‑specific information or to arrange a visit, contact Donna Woodruff at donna.woodruff@cwa.ac.uk. Closing date for receipt of all applications: noon, Wednesday 8 April 2026. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for Thursday 16 April at the Wisbech campus. Interviews are conducted face‑to‑face; online interviews are not available.
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