Animal Keeper

We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge Job Title: Animal Keeper Location: Trent Acres, Kings Bromley, DE13 7HR Hours: 32 hours per week Salary: £22,048 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only plus 2 weeks Start: August 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role As an Animal Keeper, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional daily care and welfare for a diverse range of animals. You will be responsible for ensuring that all animals receive the highest standards of husbandry, including feeding, cleaning enclosures, monitoring health and behaviour, and supporting enrichment activities that promote their physical and psychological wellbeing. The role requires maintaining accurate animal records, monitoring stock and equipment, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and welfare standards, and reporting any concerns regarding animal health or facilities. You will also contribute to the upkeep and presentation of the animal care areas, creating an environment that reflects high professional standards. Key Responsibilities Carry out daily animal care duties, including feeding, cleaning and maintaining enclosures, mucking out, poo-picking paddocks, and monitoring animals for signs of illness, injury, or changes in behaviour. Build positive relationships with animals through appropriate handling, training, and desensitisation techniques to encourage confidence and ensure they can be handled safely by staff, students, and service users. Plan and deliver appropriate environmental and behavioural enrichment activities to promote positive welfare and mental stimulation. Maintain accurate and up-to-date animal health, husbandry, and treatment records in line with organisational procedures and relevant legislation. Undertake routine preventative healthcare measures, including vaccinations (where applicable), parasite control, and other prophylactic treatments to support animal health and wellbein