Farm Section Volunteer

Role: Farm Section Volunteer

Day/s available: Saturday, Sunday

Minimum age: 18 years +

Length of placement: 6 months

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join our committed and friendly team of volunteers.

We welcome applications from candidates with a keen interest in animal husbandry and conservation. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate that they are team orientated, hardworking, proactive and positive in their attitude to all tasks.

This is a one day a week voluntary position lasting 6 months working from 8am until 5pm (winter hours may vary).

Species and breeds held on section:

· Cattle (Highland, , British White, and Bison).

· Sheep (Dorset, Whitefaced Woodland)

· Pigs (Gloucester Old Spot, Saddleback, Oxford Sandy & Black)

· Bagot Goats

· Equines (Suffolk Punch Horses, Shetland Pony, Standard Donkey, Miniature Donkeys)

· Red Deer

· Reindeer

· Llamas

· Alpacas

· Rabbits

· Guinea Pigs

· Rats

· Gerbils

Day to day tasks

· Assisting with daily cleaning

· Preparation of feeds

· Creating enrichment

· Collecting and providing browse

· Assisting with routine husbandry tasks such as foot trimming, grooming and carrying out routine health checks.

In order to apply please send the completed application form to careers@noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk

Application Form

Please note we do not accept CVs for this role

Shortlisted Applicants will be invited into the zoo for a trial.