Animal Care Technician Waterlooville, England
Job description
HSDC is seeking to appoint a reliable and caring Technician at our South Downs Campus to work as part of the Animal Care team within the College’s Animal Unit.
Weekly working hours: 16
Weeks per year: 52
HSDC is one leading college with three campuses at Alton, Havant and South Downs (Waterlooville). Our aim is to be the first choice Further Education college for students, staff and employers in Hampshire. We have a host of committed staff in a huge variety of roles, who are helping to make this happen. HSDC offers an open and supportive culture, nurturing and harnessing the talents and ideas of both our staff and students. Our colleagues can enjoy a range of staff benefits. These can be found here.
You will be working in a fast-paced environment and will undertake routine animal husbandry tasks with a range of animals, to uphold high standards of animal welfare. You will be required to work flexibly as part of the technician team with the Science Department and supporting the wider animal care team. You will be required to instruct groups of students alongside other technicians in practical sessions.
The post holder will hold a Level 3 Qualification or equivalent in Animal Care/Management, experience working with a range of animals including exotics, companion and domestic species in commercial environment and have good communication skills. A current UK driving licence and car is essential as you will be required to transport animals to and from the vets. There may be an opportunity to work extra hours to cover staff holidays and hours may include bank holidays, College closure days and weekends.
HSDC is proud to support flexible working opportunities and therefore applications for flexible working will be considered.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
HSDC actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion at all levels, including its employees, students and customers. Ensuring that we are always recruiting, retaining and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues allows us to have a workforce that is representative of our students and the local community. Therefore, providing us with access to a wide range of skills and experiences.
Key contact: Toni Sharp (Senior Animal Care Technician & Animal Care Lecturer) - [email protected]
