Animal Keeper - Africa Section

Animal Keeper – Africa Section

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is seeking a skilled and reliable Animal Keeper to join our Africa Section team on a full-time basis. This role is 40 hours per week on a flexible rota, including weekends and bank holidays.

The position involves all aspects of daily animal care across the section, which currently includes White Rhino, Giraffe, Zebra, Ostrich, Rhea, and Pygmy Goats. Applicants must have previous experience with at least some of these species (or similar), a high standard of animal husbandry, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Essential requirements:

• Practical experience with relevant species or similar.
• An animal-based qualification.
• High standards of hygiene.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A full driving licence.

Key responsibilities:

• Daily care, feeding, enrichment, and observation of animals.
• Enclosure cleaning, maintenance, and safety checks.
• Assisting with training programmes.
• Delivering talks and encounters to visitors.
• Driving company vehicles to collect feed, bedding, and veterinary supplies.

Salary:

• Level 1 Keeper – £24,211.20 per annum (£11.64/hour)
• Level 2 Keeper – £26,457.60 per annum (£12.72/hour)

How to apply: Email your CV and covering letter (maximum one side of A4 / 400 words) to careers@noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk  with the subject line: Animal Keeper – Africa.

Your application should include:

• A summary of relevant experience.
• Full employment history.
• If your background is with other zoo species, an explanation of your interest in working with our Africa Section animals.

Closing date: 31 August 2025

Interview process:

• Stage 1: Zoom interview.
• Stage 2: Selected candidates will be invited to the zoo for a trial shift on the section and a second interview.