Animal Keeper/Presenter vacancy at Seaview Wildlife for 2013 season

 

A unique opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic Animal Care Team at Seaview Wildlife - the Island's most interactive  Award Winning Wildlife Attraction.   This is a seasonal position from March to September/October, 2013.  The Park leads the way in interactive animal experiences for all ages and is looking for a candidate that will be self-motivated with excellent customer care skills, attention to detail  a priority together with a positive aptitude is essential for this demanding role .


The position involves all animal husbandry duties and giving daily presentations to our visitors plus, supervising and organising our extremely popular V.I.P. Wildlife Encounters. (See our link for an outline of these Encounters http://www.seaviewwildlife.com/summary/wildlife_encounters/ ).  The job requires a mature, friendly, outgoing person with a very hands-on approach. Applicants should be well spoken, team-orientated and physically fit, able to roll up their sleeves and willing to get involved.
This is a demanding, outdoor role, five days a week including weekends and bank holidays.
Hours: 8.30am - 4.30pm (flexible)

Animal care/zoo management qualification preferred or similar hands-on, animal care experience  essential. Will need to live locally as accommodation is not provided.
Please send a current CV with a covering letter to Lorraine Adams Director either by email to: info@seaviewwildlife.com or by post to Seaview Wildlife Encounter, Oakhill Road, Seaview, Isle Of Wight. PO34 5AP. CLOSING DATE 10th March, 2013

A Vacancy for a Animal Keeper / Presenter has arisen…..

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic Animal Care Team at the Island’s largest, multi-award winning Wildlife Attraction.  This is a seasonal position from January to the end of October, 2013.
The position involves all animal husbandry duties and giving daily talks to the public.  The successful incumbent will be an exceptional ‘ people-person’ who has the ability to lead promotional events such as  ‘ Keeper for a day ‘ , ‘ Junior Wildlife Experience ‘ , ‘ One-On-One Wildlife Encounters’ and ‘ Wildest Place for a Special Date ‘ .
A mature, friendly, outgoing person is required with a very hands-on approach.  Applicants should be well spoken, team-orientated and physically fit, able to roll up their sleeves and willing to get involved!
This is a demanding, outdoor role, five days a week including weekends and bank holidays.  Previous hands-on animal care experience and a relevant qualification is preferred.
Hours when Park is closed 9am – 2.00/2.30pm Hours when Park is open 8.30am – 4.30pm
Applicants should live locally with own transport arrangements as accommodation is not provided.
Closing date Friday 21st December, 2012.  Please send current up to date CV and covering letter to Lorraine Adams, Director either via email at info@seaviewwildlife.com or by post to Seaview Wildlife Encounter, Oakhill Road, Seaview, Isle Of Wight.  PO34 5AP.

ANIMAL KEEPER/PRESENTER VACANCY

Animal Keeper/Presenter vacancy at Seaview Wildlife for 2012 season (March - November)

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic Animal Care Team at the Island's largest, multi-award winning wildlife attraction - this is a seasonal position from March to November 2012.

The position involves all animal husbandry duties and giving daily talks to the public. The successful incumbent will be an exceptional 'people person' who has the ability to lead promotional events such as 'Keeper for a Day', Junior Wildlife Experience', One-on-One Wildlife Encounters' and Wildest Place for a Special Date'.

A mature, friendly, outgoing person is required with a very hands-on approach. Applicants should be well spoken, team-orientated and physically fit, able to roll up their sleeves and willing to get involved.

This is a demanding, outdoor role, five days a week including weekends and bank holidays. Previous hands-on animal care experience is essential and a relevant qualification is preferred.

Working hours: 8am - 4.30/5.00pm

Closing Date: 31st January, 2012. Interviews to take place early February

Applicants should live locally as accommodation is not provided.
Please send a current CV and covering letter to Jules Brittan, General Manager, either by email to: info@seaviewwildlife.com or by post to Seaview Wildlife Encounter, Oakhill Road, Seaview, Isle Of Wight. PO34 5AP.