At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging educational talks and activities to schools and groups at the safari park.
- Company: Join the award-winning West Midlands Safari Park team in a unique setting.
- Benefits: Enjoy free park admission, discounts on food, and access to online health services.
- Other info: Full training provided; dynamic environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Inspire future generations while working with amazing animals and passionate people.
- Qualifications: Degree in an animal-related subject and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Hours: 37.5 Hours (Term time) & 22.5 Hours (School holidays)
Work pattern: Varied according to calendar (Weekend work may be required)
Duration: Permanent varied hourly
West Midlands Safari Park has an exciting opportunity for the position of Education Officer to join our team. Your role will include providing educational talks, tours and activities to visiting schools and groups. The role also includes assisting in the teaching of Level 1, 2 and 3 Animal Care and Management Diplomas ensuring lesson plans, schemes of work and assessment are kept to a high standard at all times.
About you
The role requires someone who is confident, motivated and enthusiastic about conservation education and has excellent communication skills. You will have gained a degree level qualification in an animal related subject. Ideally, we are looking for someone with previous experience within a teaching, presenter or educator role. Teaching qualifications of PTLLS, CTLLS or PGCE would be advantageous, although full training will be provided. The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This disclosure will need to be satisfactory to the company for employment to commence.
Benefits
- WMSP Annual Pass which gives you and your family and friends free admission and theme park wristbands, and free entry to our sister site Drayton Manor Park also Water World Stoke On Trent
- 20% Discount in our retail Shops.
- 50% of Food & Beverage while on shift (Individual)
- 35% of VIP Experiences. Discounts do not apply to guided Minibus Tours.
- 35% off at selected Food & Beverage Purchases whilst visiting the park.
- 10% off stays in Safari Lodges
- 24 Hour access to an online doctor and access to online prescriptions.
- Counselling access.
- Online retailer discount portal.
What we are
West Midlands Safari Park is an award-winning visitor attraction, located in Worcestershire in the heart of England. It is home to some of the world’s most beautiful and critically endangered species, with a four-mile safari drive-through, walk-through Discovery Trail, African Village and Lemur Woods, as well beautiful walking trails, allowing guests to experience up close encounters with hundreds of amazing animals. Guests can also choose from a wide range of catering and retail outlets, as well as enjoying a large amusement area with over 25 rides and attractions providing the ideal venue for family days out. In 2021, the Park introduced Safari Lodges – luxury accommodation allowing guests to stay overnight for the first time. Guests can wake up to incredible sights of elephants, giraffes, rhinos, hippos and red pandas, or sleep just a ‘whisker’ away from lions, white lions, tigers and cheetahs. In addition, the Park is home to three incredible venues – Spring Grove House, Treetops Pavillion and Cellarz, which play host to weddings, corporate events and social celebrations.
What we do
Our mission is to bring people together to create unique wildlife experiences that exhilarate, educate and leave memories to last a lifetime. Our 200-acre site allows us to do just that, whether you’re a day guest, wedding guest or overnight guest! We create experiences unlike no other, attracting visitors from across the Midlands and beyond. Our brand and our team members live by our core values. We’re passionate and work with a sense of togetherness, always striving to be progressive, with preservation at the heart of everything we do, all while creating unforgettable experiences. Through these principles we aspire to achieve our vision: to be the number one UK wildlife attraction through the creation of immersive animal habitats and unique visitor experiences.
Education - Education Officer in Bewdley employer: West Midlands Safari Park
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