Trainee Animal Technician

The main purpose of this role is to provide supervised care and husbandry to laboratory animals. This will include animal housing, nutrition, breeding and routines.,

• General husbandry duties e.g. cleaning, watering and feeding of a wide range of species under supervision.
• To recognise symptoms of pain, suffering or distress in animals and know the procedures for reporting.
• To gain an understanding of the biology and care of all the species in their care.
• To explain tasks, methods or other information orally to service users or senior members of the team when required.
• Show potential for teaming and career progression.
• Contribute to team objectives.
• To work alongside senior animal technicians in a collegiate manner and build rapport within the team and the wider University.
• Convey professionalism and composure.
  
  You will have awareness of the ethics and legislation surrounding laboratory animals and always demonstrate a commitment to animal welfare., Formal qualification in animal care or proven equivalent experience.
• 4 GCSE's (or equivalent) at Grade C or above including biology, mathematics, English and one other (preferably another science).
• Have knowledge of the ASPA 1986 act.
• Understand the ethical issues with animals used for research
• The ability to work out of hours (i.e. evenings, weekends, Christmas closure) - appropriate time in lieu will be given.
Successful candidates may be subject to pre-employment screening carried out on our behalf by a third party. The offer of employment will be dependent on the successful candidate passing that screening.

What you will get in return :
• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here Hybrid working arrangements may be considered. Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to [email protected] . Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift. Please note, under the new immigration rules this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post. Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews : Email : [email protected] General enquiries : Email : [email protected] Technical support