Animal Keeper - Kennels & Companion (0.8)

Job Title

Animal Keeper - Kennels and Companion

Location

York

Contract Type

Part Time - 29.6 hours per week, permanent (Thursday - Sunday), pro rata salary

Salary

SP17 £24,767 per annum, pro rata

About the role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Kennel and Companion animal keeper to join our Animal Sciences and Conservation Department at our York campus. The candidate will be responsible for the daily care, welfare and presentation of the Kennels and Companion facilities, supporting high standards of animal husbandry, conservation and education.

Responsibilities

• Day to day care and management of the Kennels and Companion section
• General cleaning, feeding, maintenance and record keeping
• Assist with customer facing duties during 8:00 AM 6:00 PM rota hours
• Focus on canine and feline species

Qualifications

• At least a Level 3 qualification in an animal related subject; a degree is advantageous

Interviews

To be confirmed.

Start Date

New staff are welcomed on the first Monday or third Wednesday of each month, unless a bank holiday falls on that date.

About the College

Askham Bryan College is a specialist land based college with campuses in York, Middlesbrough, Saltaire, Wakefield and Gateshead. We offer a wide ranging curriculum in agriculture, horticulture, animal management, veterinary nursing and more.

Benefits of working with Askham Bryan College

• On site facilities including a fully functional farm, equine centre, wildlife park and VR suite
• Beautiful grounds for outdoor learning and well being walks
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
• 35 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
• Flexible working arrangements (role dependent)
• On site catering (canteen and shop)
• Highly discounted gym membership at the on site gym
• Free car parking and cycle to work scheme
• Continuous support from our Recruitment and Employee Lifecycle Partner
• Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
• Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Safeguarding Statement

Askham Bryan College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. All staff, volunteers and partners share this commitment. The Governors and Staff regard each learner as a unique individual, supporting their development in ways that foster security, confidence and independence.

Pre Employment Checks

• Online searches of internet activity may be undertaken
• Applicants must disclose any convictions or cautions, regardless of whether they are "spent"
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks will be conducted
• Applicants who are barred from regulated activity involving children or vulnerable adults may not apply for this role

Note on regulated activity: 1) Regular responsibility for teaching, training, instructing, caring for or supervising children or vulnerable adults in a school or college; 2) Regular work in a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children or vulnerable adults; 3) Engagement in intimate or personal care or healthcare activities, even if only once.