Assistant Animal Keeper
Location: Marwell Zoo, South East
Closing date for applications: 30 Jul 2026
Contact: Jo (jobs@marwell.org.uk)
Job Details
- Sector: Animal Care
- Type: Paid Contract
- Full‑time, 40 hours per week, 5 days
- Salary: £26,436.80
- Permanent contract with Primates & Small Mammals team
Responsibilities
- Ensure high standards of animal welfare, health and husbandry at all times
- Perform daily checks and record keeping
- Work well as part of a team and use initiative
- Communicate effectively with members of the public, as this is an essential part of the role
Qualifications and Requirements
- Animal related qualification and practical, relevant animal experience with Primates & Small Mammals (advantageous)
- Hold 5 GCSEs or equivalent
- Demonstrable interest & enthusiasm for animal conservation, management & welfare
- Strong communication skills
Application Process
To apply, submit a completed Marwell application form to jobs@marwell.org.uk after viewing the full candidate brief on the website.
Assistant Animal Keeper - Primates and Small Mammals employer: British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA)
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) is an exceptional employer, offering a fulfilling role as a Storesperson at the iconic Edinburgh Zoo. With a strong commitment to wildlife conservation, RZSS fosters a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing through generous benefits such as a competitive salary, extensive annual leave, and access to a healthcare plan. Employees also enjoy unique perks like free entry to both the Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo, making it a rewarding place to grow professionally while contributing to a meaningful mission.
Contact Details:
British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Recruitment Team
