Weekend Care Farm Technician

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Daily care of a range of animals, including equine, livestock, small animals and exotics in an animal sanctuary/ care farm with an SEN primary school on site.

Saturday and Sunday positions available (or both). Extra potential cover shifts on weekdays.

Must have GCSE English and maths and at least a Level 2 animal care qualification or equivalent, experience and confidence with equines essential.

This is a hands-on role taking direct responsibility for the care of our rescued and rehabilitated animals. You’ll be supporting a dedicated team providing therapy and education through both a classroom and outdoor setting. You will be required to work alongside and coordinate volunteers, so clear communication and organisational skills are key.

Animal welfare is at our heart. As a weekend technician, you will be at the forefront of health and welfare monitoring and responsible for responding to and reporting on our animals to the technician team.

This role is outdoors all year round and can be physically demanding. A high standard of work and efficient pace is essential. Equine experience and competence is also a must. We welcome progressive, innovative and forward- thinking animal care practitioners who can blend animal- centred husbandry with practicality.

Good communication skills are also needed to liaise effectively with the team and with management.

A supportive programme of training and professional development will be given.

The role requires an enhanced DBS check. A clean driving licence with access to your own vehicle is an advantage but not essential.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Part-time hours: 6-12 per week

Salary: £11.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Outdoor work. Masks and gel available. Full covid cleaning routine.

Experience:

• equine: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person