Assistant Animal Collections Manager

Assistant Animal Collections Manager
£23,838 to £27,211 per annum

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to assist with the day to day management and maintenance of the technical and animal related facilities used on the teaching programmes across our three sites.

Working closely with the Animal Collections Manager, you will be required to ensure the collection maintains a suitable number and variety of animals for teaching purposes, oversee the provision of technical support to teaching staff in the delivery of both practical and theoretical lessons, maintain all relevant records pertaining to the management of the animal units, ensure high standards of animal husbandry and welfare are maintained and co-ordinate animal duties during term times and vacations. 

The successful candidate will need to be a team player with sound academic knowledge and understanding of animal management and related subjects, at least two years relevant practical experience in a range of animal management activities and the ability to communicate effectively and credibly with industrial, educational and professional contacts, as well as students at all levels. Experience of teaching/demonstrating, supervising others and qualifications A1/A2 (D32/D33) would also be an advantage.          

As well as contributory pension scheme, sponsorship for further vocational & teacher training and free car parking, this post also attracts 30 days holiday each year (excluding bank holidays).

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Check (CRB) and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

The job description and application form can be downloaded from our website, www.hadlow.ac.uk. Alternatively, you can request an application pack by emailing jobs@hadlow.ac.uk or telephoning 01732 850551.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 30^th May, 2012.

The interviews will be held on Wednesday 13^th June, 2012.

Visit Hadlow College at www.hadlow.ac.uk

Hadlow College is a committed equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding; promoting the welfare of all learners, commitments we expect all staff to share.

Hadlow College is Kent’s premier land-based College and one of the top such Colleges in the United Kingdom; having been confirmed as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted.

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Animal Collections Manager

Animal Collections Manager

£31,095 to £34,844 per annum

Hadlow College is Kent’s premier land-based College and one of the top such Colleges in the United Kingdom; having recently been confirmed as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted.


Animal Management courses are offered at 3 of our sites, Hadlow, Mottingham and Canterbury. Each of these sites has its own dedicated Animal Unit with a wide range of species including reptiles, small mammals, camelids and birds. We have seen year on year growth in student numbers which has enabled us to consistently develop practical resources to maximise student learning.


We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our passionate, experienced and highly professional team to lead the continued development of our animal resources across all 3 of our sites.

The role will include the line management of a team of dedicated staff and therefore previous line management experience is essential, as is a relevant animal related qualification and the ability to communicate effectively and credibly with industrial, educational and professional contacts, including staff and students, at all levels.

The successful candidate must have proven experience in the management of zoological collection as Hadlow College is looking to gain a zoo licence to develop the animal management unit to provide an innovative learning and visitor experience.

As well as contributory pension scheme, Corporate gym membership and free car parking, this post also attracts six weeks holiday each year (excluding bank holidays).

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal Records Bureau Check (CRB) and provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

The job description and application form can be downloaded from our website, www.hadlow.ac.uk  Alternatively, you can request an application pack by emailing jobs@hadlow.ac.uk  or telephoning 01732 850551.

The closing date for applications is Friday 30th March, 2012.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 17th April, 2012.

Visit Hadlow College at www.hadlow.ac.uk

Hadlow College is a committed equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding; promoting the welfare of all learners, commitments we expect all staff to share.

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