At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach kids about animal care while working with amazing creatures like foxes and meerkats.
- Company: Unique animal education centre within a primary school, fostering a love for animals.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual pay increases, and flexible holiday options.
- Other info: Full training provided, with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while sharing your passion for animals.
- Qualifications: Experience with animals or teaching, especially with children with special needs.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.
The ARC Centre is a unique animal education centre, based within a primary school. We run weekly classes for children aged 2‑18, teaching them various aspects of animal care and husbandry. Species include corsac foxes, parrots, meerkats, capybara, skunks, sugar gliders and much more.
The Role
An Animal Ranger Position – 35 hours per week, Sunday‑Thursday. Duty Manager hours on a Sunday are paid at £15 ph; general hours at £13.50 ph. Annual pay increases based on performance are available. The role is permanent, starting as soon as possible. Additional Duty Manager hours (evening) may be offered after basic training.
The role suits people with experience in animal management, teaching, or teaching assistance, and works with students with high SEND needs, including those at risk of exclusion. Duties include working 1:1 with students, completing daily academic targets while with the animals, and running weekly extra‑curricular classes for children aged 1‑18.
Responsibilities
- General husbandry of all animals on site.
- 1:1 teaching students either in the classroom or the centre.
- Running animal education classes for 2‑18 year olds.
Successful Candidate(s) Will Have
- A wide range of experience with animals or teaching.
- Experience working in a classroom environment.
- Experience working with children with SEND.
- Experience working with children with behavioural difficulties.
- Great people skills and will be expected to engage with the public during weekly classes, educational tours, school visits, etc.
The successful candidate should be enthusiastic, motivated, able to work independently, with a positive outlook and excellent communication skills at all levels. Must also be comfortable completing manual work. Shifts are fixed during school term time; holidays are more flexible.
Desirable Attributes Of a Successful Candidate
- Strong observation skills.
- Experience of public speaking.
- Full clean driving licence.
- A relevant animal‑related qualification.
- Experience working with children including those with special educational needs and disabilities.
Full in‑house training will be given to the successful candidate. CPD training will be offered after a probationary period.
Please apply on Indeed. Closing date: As soon as the right applicant is found. Video interviews and work trial days to commence immediately for potential candidates. Job to start as soon as possible.
Animal Ranger/Teacher in London 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
