Animal Teaching Keeper (MAT Cover)

Animal Teaching Keeper (MAT Cover)

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is capable of working with others and is responsible, passionate and knowledgeable about animal management and welfare. The Teaching Animal Keeper will deliver high quality animal care alongside practical education and training at Askham Bryan College. The post holder will be responsible for the daily husbandry and welfare of the animal collection while actively teaching practical lessons and assessing students across animal management and related land based courses. The role supports the College's mission to provide outstanding, hands on education within a professional working environment.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Kennel and Companion Manager and the Companion Teaching Lead Keeper, you will manage the companion animal section on a day to day basis. Key duties include general cleaning, feeding, maintenance and record keeping of a range of taxa (LVI, farm, zoo and companion animals). The role requires a generalist with experience across multiple animal groups.

Qualifications

Applicants should have at least a Level 3 qualification in an animal related subject; a degree in a related discipline would be advantageous.

Job details

Salary: SP18 - £25,462 to SP21 - £27,580 per annum

Contractual hours: 37 per week - Full time, Fixed term

About the College

Askham Bryan College is a specialist land based college with campuses in York, Middlesbrough, Saltaire, Wakefield and Gateshead, offering a wide range of courses in agriculture, horticulture, animal management, engineering, equine, floristry, motorsport 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, meetings and wellbeing walks
• Generous pension scheme with substantial employer contributions
• 35 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and Christmas shut down
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
• 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/adoption pay

Safeguarding Statement

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. All staff, volunteers and partners are expected to share this commitment. We support learner development in ways that foster security, confidence and independence, recognising that a supportive environment and clear communication are essential for all learners.

Pre employment checks

• Online searches of internet activity may be undertaken during recruitment
• Applicants must disclose all convictions and cautions, regardless of status
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are required for all prospective employees

Regulated activity

• Responsible for teaching, training or caring for children or vulnerable adults in an educational setting
• Working regularly in an establishment that gives opportunity for contact with children or vulnerable adults
• Engaging in intimate or personal care, healthcare or overnight activity, even if only once

Interviews

TBC

Start date

The College operates 2 starter/induction days per month to welcome new members; these are normally the first Monday and third Wednesday of each month (unless a bank holiday occurs).