Practical Instructor Animal Management

We are looking for a Practical Instructor to join our Animal Sciences Department based at Shuttleworth College. As a Practical Instructor you will play a pivotal role in the success of our students by: Providing skill instruction and assessment to students in zoological centre and practical areas Preparing and delivering practical learning materials to learners across a range of courses Participating in the care of animals, to include farm, pet and exotic species (chelonian, snakes, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and exotic mammals) Monitoring health, behaviour and welfare of all animals and provide high standards of animal care and management Overseeing all practical areas across the programme area with responsibility for Health and Safety Providing technical support in the zoological centre and classroom areas.

Level 4 qualification in Animal Care or Animal Management English and Maths or similar at GCSE grade A

• -C or equivalent
Willingness to work towards assessor trainer qualifications Recent successful practical experience in animal care and management sector Experience of working with a range of animals including pet and exotic species Knowledge of the husbandry requirements of a range of animals to include farm pet and exotic species (chelonian, snakes, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and exotic mammals) Knowledge of UK animal care sector and current industry practices Knowledge of safe practices and procedures when working with animals Knowledge of legislation appropriate to the animal care industry within the UK Responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and for raising any concerns


• £26,000 per year
• Permanent
• Full-time
• 16 hours ago
Benefits: 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays), People's Pension, Retail and leisure discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.