DescriptionTo facilitate the learning process by supporting staff and students in an effective learning environment
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Key Responsibilities
- To provide direct support to teaching staff by maintaining and promoting lively working environment and practices
- To work with and ensure that staff and students have access to animal rooms, workshops, equipment as required
- To prepare and assist in activities ensuring all materials and equipment are prepared in readiness for practical sessions and retrieved after the activity has ceased
- To maintain and repair specialist animal enclosures and be responsible for the security of enclosures, equipment and tools
- To assist with the supervision of students working on project work, work experience and marketing events
- Be responsible for organising requisitions and storekeeping
- To follow the current Animal care and Equine Standard Operating Procedures
- Be prepared to transport college students in college vehicles for the purpose of educational/enriching trips
- Be prepared undertake first aid training and subsequently perform first aid if required
- Liaise with external stakeholders such as vets, Blue cross and other specialists either digitally, verbally or in person
- Be prepared to appropriately transport animals for the purposes of import, export or veterinary visits
- Look out for the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of all learners as HHC's Safeguarding policy
- Be responsible for the day to day care of all the animals within the Animal care and Equine centre
- Maintain animal food stock levels to ensure all animals have adequate food and water available as stated in the standard operating procedures
- To assist in the planning of breeding programmes both for sustainability and food sources
- To maintain all animal areas within the Animal centre to include the internal animal rooms, external animal enclosures and all business support areas
- Undertake Health & Safety risk assessments and ensure all working practices are compliant with industry legislation (e.g. COSHH)
- To ensure that accurate records of animals are kept and the data inputted into digital systems and paper systems
- Ensure continuous development and improvement of professional knowledge
- Any other duties relating to the continued welfare of animals and students on site as relevant
Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseQualificationsEssential Criteria
- Minimum of a full level 2 Science/animal management/care qualification.
- A full clean UK driving licence and your own transport with business insurance
How Identified: By application
Desirable Criteria
- Full level 3 or above qualification in Animal care/management or similar relevant field.
- Further qualifications within the field such as competence in dog-walking, licences to operate plant.
How Identified: By application
Experience Essential Criteria
- Experience of handling/ caring and maintaining a wide range of taxa to include Mammalia, Reptilia and Aves.
- Experience working with animals in an educational setting
How Identified: By application
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of handling/ caring and maintaining a wider variety of taxa to include Amphibia, Fish and Invertebrae.
How Identified: By application
Specialist KnowledgeEssential Criteria
- The daily responsibilities of an Animal Technician within an FE setting. Knowledge of current legislation including the Animal Welfare Act and the Health and Safety at Work, Keeping Children Safe in Education etc.
How Identified: By application/ interview
IT Skills
- Basic Level in Microsoft applications particularly Word, Outlook and Excel. xiskglj Willing to undertake training appropriate to the role.
How Identified: By application/ interview
Technician - Animal Care (18 hours p/w) in Bolton employer: Hopwood Hall College
As a Student Success Coach at our College, you will be part of a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to fostering the wellbeing and academic success of our learners. We pride ourselves on our inclusive work culture that prioritises professional development, offering numerous training opportunities to enhance your skills in safeguarding and mental health support. Located in a vibrant community, we provide a rewarding environment where you can make a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying a flexible term-time schedule.
