Educational Animal Presenter

Job Summary
Animal Workshops Mobile Zoo is looking for educational animal presenters to join our multi-award winning team.

If you love entertaining kids and have a passion for teaching people about animals then this is the job for you

We are looking for fun, energetic, individuals with an ability to crowd control small people.

Experience working with children and an animal qualification preferred.

Duties will include:

Hosting fun, engaging, educational Animal Encounters at schools, private/ public events and parties (for all ages) whilst presenting a variety of amazing animals- a confident, outgoing personality and suitable appearance is a must

You will need to show an ability to handle a large selection of animals including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and birds. You will be responsible for their care and well-being whilst out at presentations.

Driving our company vehicle from our base in Mayland, Essex to venues across the South East of England to provide fun and exciting public and private presentations with our animals.

MUST BE COMFORTABLE DRIVING A TRANSIT SIZED VAN.

Requirements:

YOU MUST HAVE A FULL CLEAN UK DRIVING LICENCE WHICH YOU HAVE HELD FOR A YEAR. (Must be 21+ years or over for vehicle insurance and be able to drive manual).

Have experience working with animals.

Experience entertaining children.

Have a friendly, approachable manner.

Be available to work at least one day at the weekend.

Due to our rural location and requirements of the job having your own transport is essential as there isn\’t regular public transport in the area.

Be prepared to travel around Essex and surrounding areas including Central London.

Enhanced DBS certificate required.

Please keep in mind that this is a very physical job with lots of lifting so a good fitness level is preferred.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE SCARED BY BIG HAIRY SPIDERS.

The more availability you have the more shifts can be offered. Please be prepared for early starts

Please only submit your CV if you meet the criteria\’s above with a short cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role to Lauren.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £10.00-£12.21 per hour

Work Location: In person