animal behaviour jobs

Haddon Training part of the Educ8 Training Group

Job Title: Keeper, Aquarist, and Animal Care Trainer Coach - Maternity cover

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £26,000 - £33,000 per annum

Purpose of Job / Company Values

Haddon Training is part of Educ8 Training Group.

To actively manage a caseload of learners and deliver our Keeper, Aquarist, and Animal care qualifications ensuring compliance with the Department of Education (DfE) funding rules. You will work closely with learners, employers, the Curriculum Specialist for Functional Skills, and IQAs to ensure a high level of quality throughout every stage of the learner journey. Our blended learning model offers a combination of Face to Face and Remote delivery, bespoke to each learner.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

We are looking for a high performing, qualified, experienced and enthusiastic individual to join the team. Experience of Apprenticeship Standards delivery and the differences in the sector post reforms is highly desirable.

You will manage and teach a caseload of learners studying towards Animal Care, Keeper and Aquarist apprenticeships, supporting the entire learner journey, including:

· Enrolment/induction and initial assessment

· Keeper, Aquarist and Animal Care sector teaching, learning and assessment

· Coaching/mentoring learners to succeed

· Supporting the delivery of Functional Skills English and Maths

· Supporting the wider curriculum (PREVENT, British Values, Safeguarding, ICT, Information, Advice and Guidance, etc.)

· Completing interim and mock end point assessments

· Correct completion of mandatory paperwork to evidence all aspects of the learner journey to an auditable standard

You will work closely with learners and employers and report to your Area Manager. You will work closely with the Curriculum Specialist for Functional Skills and IQAs to ensure a high level of quality throughout delivery of all animal care programmes.

Personal Qualities

· Ability to promote and adhere to the company’s values and behaviours

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Excellent organisational and planning skills

· Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritise work and multi-task

· Accuracy and attention to detail

Essential Criteria

Essential industry specific qualifications and experience:

· Substantial experience working with zoo or aquatic animals (usually acquired through five years of hands-on experience or comparable professional background)

· Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Animal Science or Husbandry such as DMZAA

· Degree Level qualification in Zoology, Animal Science or Behaviour or equivalent

· Genuine interest in animals, their welfare and conservation

· Ability to build and maintain customer relationships

· A true passion for learning, development, and future proofing the industry

· Commitment to continued professional development of vocational skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Passion for work-based learning

· Up-to-date, relevant, deep and broad experience of working within the animal industry

· Experience in the occupational area of the apprenticeships including practical and current knowledge of working practices, infrastructure, tools and technologies to support applications.

· Occupational competence with a comprehensive and proven track record of service in the animal industry supported by a detailed and documented CPD record

Essential qualifications and experience:

· Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Animal Science or Husbandry such as DMZAA

· Degree Level qualification in Zoology, Animal Science or Behaviour or equivalent

· Genuine interest in animals, their welfare and conservation

· Experience working within the animal care sector

· Commitment to continuous professional development relevant to the industry area being assessed.

Essential knowledge and skills:

· Excellent integrity and interpersonal skills

· Customer focused commercial awareness

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills with substantive experience of providing supportive, concise feedback to learners, assessors and key stakeholders

· Ability to offer guidance on careers advice and next steps after completing an Apprenticeship

· Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively

· Proficient IT skills that include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

· Ability to work independently but also as part of a team

● · Full UK Driving Licence with Business Cover Insurance (A copy of your insurance will be requested upon offer)

Desirable Criteria

· Holding or working towards an assessor qualification (A1/A2/D32/D33/TAQA or equivalent qualification)

· Level 2 Functional Skills in English, maths and ICT

· Experience of preparing for and presenting to a target audience

· Experience of marking and grading assessments

· Relevant teaching qualification (minimum PTTLS) or Education and Training Level 3 or 4

· Experience of working with and maintaining quality assurance processes and complying with regulatory requirements

· An understanding of Apprenticeship Standards, with specific knowledge about the relevant industry area for the role

· Experience of producing clear, accurate and concise written reports, including remarks/enquiries about results

· Excellent investigative skills

· Analytical, critical thinking skills

Key Technologies

· Maytas, Smart Assessor, Microsoft Office.

For further information on this job role, please contact us on 01443 749000

Safeguarding

Educ8 Group is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expect all employees to share this commitment.

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a satisfactory DBS check, this may be a Standard or an Enhanced DBS check with a children’s barred list check, in line with their job role.

Educ8 uphold the Armed Forces Covenant and are committed to supporting the armed forces community through their recruitment process.

Why work for us?

Educ8 Training Group are a Values driven organisation creating a Gr8 Culture resulting in being the #1 Best Education and Training Company to work for in the UK and #2 Best Large Company to work for in the UK 2025.

If you'd like to work with Gr8 people who are passionate about training and education, then we'd love to hear from you. We offer excellent benefits, a values driven ethos but most of all a Gr8 place to work.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Benefits

30 days annual leave package which includes 4 days for Christmas shutdown and day off for Birthday plus bank holidays.

Additional holiday accrued after 2 years’ service starting from 1 day per year up to a maximum of 5 days.

45p per mile mileage allowance.

Early finish on a Friday ‘Rejuven8’ time.

Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling support and advice from day 1 of employment.

Employee Mental Health First Aider.

Flexible/home working encouraged.

Excellent wellbeing support and monthly group activities.

Educ8 reserves the right to bring forward the closing date should we receive a sufficient number of applications for this role.

Should you not hear from us 4 weeks after application, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: £26,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Work Location: On the road