Overview
Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park Yorkshire Closing date for applications is: 17th Jun 2026
Contact: Chris Lusby (chris.lusby@askham-bryan.ac.uk) Sector: Education Type: Paid Contract type: Part-time Salary: £24,767 per annum, pro rata
Due to exciting new developments, we currently have an opportunity for a Wildlife Park Animal Keeper, (based in the LVI section) to join our Animal Sciences and Conservation Department here at our York campus.
Askham Bryan Wildlife Park is a BIAZA Accredited Zoo, consisting of over 100 species, with a dedication to conservation, welfare, education and research.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who can work with others and is responsible, passionate and knowledgeable about the overall animal management sector and has an enthusiastic approach to animal husbandry and welfare. The candidate will be responsible for the daily care, welfare, and presentation of the Wildlife Park LVI facilities at Askham Bryan College. This role supports high standards of animal husbandry, conservation and education.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day‑to‑day care, welfare, and presentation of the Wildlife Park LVI facilities.
- Conduct general cleaning, feeding, maintenance and record keeping of the LVI animal section.
- Support high standards of animal husbandry, conservation, and education.
- Collaborate with the Animal Sciences and Conservation Manager, Deputy Manager and LVI Teaching Lead Keeper.
- Focus on Reptiles, Amphibians, Invertebrates and Fish.
Qualifications
- Minimum level 3 education in an animal‑related subject.
- A degree in an animal‑related subject is advantageous.
- Knowledge and experience in animal husbandry and welfare.
- Passion for animal management and conservation.
We reserve the right to close this advert early, if sufficient application are received.
Apply For This Job Please follow the link on the Askham Bryan College website: https://ce0761li.webitrent.com/ce0761li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=5038431NZL
Contact Details:
British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Recruitment Team
