Education Officer

Hamerton Zoo Park

Education Officer

(With responsibility for Health and Safety)

Full-time: Monday – Friday

Description:
An Education Officer Post has arisen at Hamerton Zoo Park. We are looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing individual who can create and implement a fun and informative education programme aimed at a variety of ages. This position will also require the individual to create a new Health and Safety Policy.

Health and Safety:
Creation of a Health and Safety Policy from scratch covering all aspects of the parks operations, plus the ongoing maintenance and revision of same.
The creation of Risk Assessments for internal use and for general public and school visits, animal contact sessions, children’s parties, outside contractors, school contact sessions and any others where required - all in association with our animal staff, director and regulatory authorities.

Educational Programmes:
Schools and other groups:
The successful applicant will be required to create a formal education policy, following the collection of data from schools and other groups, by comparison with other zoos, parks and similar venues. Being able to work alone and as part of a team is vital for this position as you will be expected to maximise group numbers, footfall and revenue in many areas, including Photography Groups, Animal contact sessions, and creating a new income stream through (but not limited to), organising Children’s Parties, Face Painting and Keeper-for-a-Day schemes.

The Education Officer will also be required to assist with the Zoo’s Photography Groups and Animal Contact Sessions.

Implement the new education policy which may involve creating worksheets, gift packs, organising animal contacts, and designing and giving lectures. Therefore excellent communication skills and excellent written English are expected.

A full driving license is also needed as you will be expected to be able to travel to schools to give such talks and activities if required.

Public Talks:
The successful applicant will be required to formulate and give public talks in association with our animal staff and volunteers.

Keeper Duties:
The successful applicant will also be a cover keeper to familiarise themselves with all aspects of our animal collection, and be able to assist keepers with daily duties if required.

How to Apply: Please send a covering letter and your CV to office@hamertonzoopark.com quoting the vacancy reference in the title.

Vacancy Reference: EO/HZP/13

Closing Date: To commence October 2013.

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Education Officer

Education Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Education Officer to join Amazonia, Scotland's Indoor Tropical Rainforest based in Motherwell.

Amazonia is an indoor tropical zoo, exhibiting various species of primates, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.

As new members to BIAZA, this is an exciting time for Amazonia, with a lot of developments planned for the future.

Amazonia is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to implement an interesting and exciting education program aimed at improving public understanding of the natural world.

The successful applicant will be expected to:
- Implement an education strategy that addresses all forms of education, including development of new programs
- Organise education activities and presentations for zoo visitors, including seasonal activities
- Deliver national curriculum-linked teaching to a range of age groups
- Make educational outreach visits to schools and other institutions
- Deliver interesting and exciting public presentations
- Assist in the organisation of zoo events
- Develop and organise a team of education volunteers
- Prepare and develop educational resources including the development of Amazonia's website
- Develop Amazonia's interpretation and signage
- Prepare and deliver 'Amazonia Explorers' kids club
- Carry out general keeper duties

NECESSARY SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Motivated individual who can work alone and as part of a team
- Bachelors degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. biology, zoology, conservation, environmental science, science education)
- A minimum of 2 years experience working within a zoological collection - Experience of teaching at primary and secondary levels
- Awareness of the role of zoos in environmental education and biodiversity conservation
- Excellent presentation, communication and inter-personal skills
- Excellent written English
- Computing skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Flexible approach to work and ability to work under pressure
- Full driving licence

DESIRABLE SKILLS:
- Teaching qualification
- Experience of fundraising

This is a full time permanent position, working 45 hours per week, with 28 days annual holiday. Applicant must be willing to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends as required.

To apply for the position, please email a covering letter and CV including contact details of two referees to Amandag@scotlandsthemepark.com or mail directly to Amanda Gott, Amazonia, Strathclyde Country Park, Hamilton Road, Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, ML1 3RT.

Salary: Dependant on experience.

Deadline: Friday 23rd August 2013.

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Education Officer

Birdworld vacancy: Education Officer




An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Education Team at Birdworld Bird Park and Gardens, comprising Birdworld, Underwater World and the Jenny Wren Farm, in Farnham, Surrey.

The education team is responsible for the planning and delivery of educational sessions and presentations offered to the general public and to visiting schools and colleges. The team is specifically responsible for the training and husbandry of birds and animals used in presentations and is included in the aviculture team responsible for the husbandry and welfare of bird stock throughout the park. In addition to this the team produces content for park interpretation and species signs.



Required:

• Motivated individual who can work alone and as part of a team

• Confident in public speaking to audiences of all ages

• Experience of keeping and training birds/animals

• Excellent written English

• Full driving license



Preferred:

• Tertiary qualification in a biological science

• Experience with delivering presentations in a captive animal collection

• Experience in the education sector



Applications should include an up to date CV and covering letter to be sent to: Recruitment, Human Resources Department,

Denys E. Head Limited, Holt Pound, Nr Farnham, United Kingdom, GU10 4LD



Closing date for applications is: Saturday 11th May and applicants should ideally be available for interview between 20th and 24th May and be available for work from June onwards.

Education Officer, Madras Crocodile Bank Trust

Education  Officer,  Madras  Crocodile  Bank  Trust

 

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Zoo Education Officer

Job Title: Education Officer

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Deadline: 13^th February 2013



Job description: The UK's most visited zoo is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist the implementation of an education program aimed at improving public understanding of the natural world and its plight. The successful applicant will be expected to:

1. Assist in the implementation of an education strategy that addresses all forms of education, including development of new programs;
2. Organise education activities for zoo visitors, including trails, arts and crafts, face-painting and presentations;
3. Co-ordinate school, college and youth group visits;
4. Prepare and develop educational resources;
5. Deliver national curriculum-linked teaching;
6. Make educational outreach visits to schools and other institutions;
7. Write zoo news and website articles;
8. Assist in the organisation of zoo events;
9. Develop and organize a team of education volunteers;
10. Assist in the general duties involved in the running of the Education Department.

About the employer: Flamingo Land Resort is a combined theme park, zoo and holiday village, attracting 1.2-1.3 million visitors each year. As a member of BIAZA and EAZA, Flamingo Land has a long-term commitment to biodiversity conservation and environmental education. Flamingo Land funds and directs the Udzungwa Forest Project in East Africa, and a Biodiversity Action Plan for a 375 acre area in North Yorkshire. These projects aim to conserve both tropical and UK biodiversity, through ecological monitoring, education and capacity-building in local communities. Flamingo Land is also home to the University of York Centre for the Integration of Research, Conservation and Learning (CIRCLE), which aims to carry out ground-breaking scientific research, which is disseminated in a way that is interesting, educational and fun.



Key selection criteria

ESSENTIAL

- Bachelors degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. biology, zoology, conservation, environmental science, science education)

- Experience of teaching at primary and secondary levels

- Experience of teaching evaluation methods

- Proven dedication towards public understanding of the natural world

- Awareness of the role of zoos in environmental education and biodiversity conservation

- Excellent presentation skills

- Excellent inter-personal skills

- Excellent creative writing skills (including spelling and grammar)

- Computing skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint and Word

- Awareness of the value of data gathering for the assessment of education

- Ability to work alone and as part of a team

- Willingness to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends as required

- Enthusiastic and self-motivated

- Flexible approach to work



DESIRABLE

- Teaching qualification

- Experience of fundraising

- Experience of working in zoos

- Experience in practical field conservation work

- Experience in creative design (e.g. painting, drawing, computer-aided graphic design)

- Experience in using computer graphics software



Application: Please e-mail a cover letter and cv including contact details of two referees to ross.snipp@flamingoland.co.uk or mail directly to

Ross Snipp

Zoo and Education Manager

Flamingo Land Resort

Kirby Misperton

Malton

North Yorkshire

YO17 6UX


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Education Officer

 

Education Officer

Twycross Zoo – East Midland Zoological Society (TZEMZS), the World Primate Centre, has over 1,000 animals and is the most comprehensive collection of primate species and subspecies in the western world.

We currently have a vacancy for an Education Officer within our Education Department.

Reporting to our Head of Education, the key purpose of this role is to prepare and deliver talks for groups of students from pre-school age up to undergraduate level and produce educational material for the Zoo. You will also attend exhibitions, market the Zoo’s educational services and deal with enquiries and queries from the public and visitors.

The successful applicant will have a degree in a Zoo-related subject and will ideally hold a teaching qualification or have significant teaching experience. Excellent presentation skills are essential along with an outgoing and confident personality. Experience in handling small animals would be preferred.

The role is full time: 9.00am-5:30pm, 5 days out of 7.

To apply for this position, please send your letter of application and CV to recruitment@twycrosszoo.org

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Education Officer

Bristol Zoo Gardens

Education Officer

Salary range £17,500 - £18,180 per annum

Our Learning Department requires a full-time Education Officer to provide maternity cover starting on Monday, 21st May 2012; the position could last for up to six months.
You will be required to teach sessions within the Zoo’s purpose-built Conservation Education Centre, on a range of topics, to booked groups of varying age and ability; also to assist with many other tasks within the Department, including seasonal activities.

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, wildlife and conservation knowledge with the enthusiasm to share this with others. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. You must be flexible and able to work under pressure. Basic ICT skills are essential.

A copy of the job description, person specification and application form are available at www.bristolzoo.org.uk.

Please send the completed application form and your current full CV to Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Assistant, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA

email applications will not be accepted. Please clearly mark your envelope ‘EO Application’.

Closing date for applications is 1.00 pm on Wednesday, 4th April 2012.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 10th April 2012.

Bristol Zoo Gardens is a registered conservation and education charity.

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Birdworld vacancy: Education Officer

Birdworld vacancy: Education Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Education Team at Birdworld Bird Park and Gardens, comprising Birdworld, Underwater World and the Jenny Wren Farm, in Farnham, Surrey.

The education team is responsible for the planning and delivery of educational sessions and presentations offered to the general public and to visiting schools and colleges. The team is specifically responsible for the training and husbandry of birds and animals used in presentations and is included in the aviculture team responsible for the husbandry and welfare of bird stock throughout the park. In addition to this the team produces content for park interpretation and species signs.

Required:
• Motivated individual who can work alone and as part of a team
• Confident in public speaking to audiences of all ages
• Experience of keeping and training birds/animals
• Excellent written English
• Full driving license

Preferred:
• Tertiary qualification in a biological science
• Experience with delivering presentations in a captive animal collection
• Experience in the education sector

Applications shoud include an up to date CV and covering letter to be sent to: Recruitment, Human Resources Department, Denys E. Head Limited, Holt Pound, Nr Farnham, United Kingdom, GU10 4LD

Closing date for applications is: Sunday 18th March and applicants should ideally be available for interview between 27th and 30th March and be available for work from April onwards.

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Seasonal Education Officer

Based at Bristol Zoo Gardens

Avon Gorge & Downs Seasonal Education Officer (30 hours a week over 4 days; usually Tuesday to Friday, Fixed-term position)

Salary £17,824 per annum, pro-rata for hours and months worked

A seasonal education officer is required on a seven and a half month fixed-term contract working 4 days (30 hours) per week.

You will be required to teach stimulating, enjoyable and informative sessions to school groups and play schemes on the Downs. You will also help widen the range of groups that visit the Downs by promoting these sessions to new audiences. You will also plan and run children’s holiday events and provide craft activities at public events.
The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, British wildlife/conservation knowledge and the enthusiasm to share this with others, the ability to work independently and in a team, ICT skills, the ability to work under pressure and be flexible.

To apply for this position download the documents from http://www.bristolzoo.org.uk/
Closing date for applications is 3.00pm on Friday 10th February.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 21st February.

Bristol Zoo Gardens is a registered conservation and education charity.

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Part Time Education Officer

Part Time Education Officer

Howletts and Port Lympne Wild Animal Parks in Kent are two of Europe’s leading animal collections. We are committed to conservation, education and in situ reintroduction and support projects.

Currently we are seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic and confident person to help undertake our expanding educational commitments. This is a part time permanent position, working an average of 20hrs a week. Duties of the role include presenting scheduled educational talks to our visitors; presenting educational talks to school groups and bespoke groups; to man the education centre; to provide guided walks with small groups; to run our Junior Ranger and Keeper Academy sessions and assist in creating trails and education activities linked to our monthly themed events.

Ideally, the candidate will have previous experience working in an educational role gained in an established learning/educational faculty as experience in presenting talks to the public is essential. You will also need a good knowledge of exotic wild life and global animal conservation issues. We are looking for a proactive individual with good proven people skills who is a confident and accomplished public speaker.

The role is based at Howletts Park but the successful candidate will be required to work at our sister park, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park as required so candidates must have a full valid driving license and their own transport.

Working 20 hours per week on an alternate Saturday/Sunday/Monday and Sunday/Monday rota basis. Candidates must therefore be prepared to work weekends and public holidays.

To apply; please send us your CV and a covering letter, stating the job applied for to: Sharon Bell, Human Resources, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Lympne, Nr Hythe, Kent. CT21 4PD.

E-mail: personnel@aspinallfoundation.org  

Closing date: Wednesday 8th February with interviews being held on Friday 10th 2012.

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Zoo Education Officer (part-time)

Zoo Education Officer (part-time)


We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic and motivated Education Officer, specialising in Primary education but able to work flexibly throughout all the age ranges. This is a part-time post 25 hours per week.

Education Officers develop, plan and deliver a wide range of educational activities and programmes for students and our general visitors, both within the Zoo and as outreach.

Applicants should possess a relevant Degree and have worked as a teacher or in a similar role as an environmental educator. They should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

For further details, full job description and specification please contact:

Michelle Youd, Education Office Supervisor, Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU.
Email: education@paigntonzoo.org.uk  quoting EDU01
Telephone: 0844 474 2224

Closing date for applications will be Monday 21st November 2011 and interviews will be held on Tuesday 6th December 2011.


Job Description



Job Title: Education Officer


Department: Education


Reports to: Education Office Supervisor


Prepared by: Head of Education


Date: October 2011



Required:


Professional Qualification: Relevant teaching experience. Teaching qualification preferable.


University: Degree


Experience: At least 2 years as a teacher in schools or in a similar role as an environmental educator. Driving licence desirable.


On the job training: A pathway of continuous professional development will be agreed and regularly reviewed. Study for this may entail work outside normal working hours.



Supervision of staff: No direct line-management responsibilities. However, Education Officers work as part of a team and, as such, take responsiblilty for specific projects. In this respect, they manage colleagues and may also be asked to directly supervise relevant staff and volunteers.



Scope of Role:

Selection, preparation and delivery of appropriate teaching materials relevant to the National Curriculum for a wide age and ability range, including special educational needs.
Development, modification and use of teaching programmes.
Health & Safety consideration in respect of students under job holder’s responsibility.
Planning, preparation and delivery of out of school hours activities e.g. Summer School.
Participating in the preparation and delivery of visitor activities, including events and campaigns.
Representing the Zoo at conference and events, and when giving presentations to outreach groups.


Zoo Education Officer

Duties:

To motivate people of all ages to respect and care for our environment.
To plan, prepare and update educational materials relevant to all Key Stages of the National Curriculum.
To teach children of all Key Stages using the facilities within the Zoo and to occasionally work outside this age range.
To respond to changes in Primary School learners’ needs consequent to curriculum and technological changes and to advise Education Department staff on these.
To provide appropriate activities for children and adults with special educational needs.
To give informative talks to other interest groups, both within the Zoo and at other venues.
To plan, organise and deliver activities for clubs, Summer Schools and other out of school activities.
To promote the educational role of the Zoo and pro-actively build relationships with primary schools across Devon and surrounding areas, to encourage use of the Zoo’s education programme.
To liaise and communicate effectively within the Education Department as well as with staff in other Zoo departments, involving attendance at interdepartmental meetings.
To assist with Zoo events and campaigns.
To write information and promotional materials produced by the Education Department.
To check and proof-read text, as required.
To coordinate work experience placements, liaising with other Zoo departments.
To co-ordinate and/or evaluate specific projects, as required.
To respond to requests for information from students and other individuals.
To share ideas with other zoo educators by attending and presenting at meetings and conferences, both locally and nationally.
To assist in promoting the work of the Zoo both within the Zoo and elsewhere, as required.
To be prepared to work hours as appropriate in order to accommodate the needs of the Department, including some evening and weekend work for which time is taken in lieu.
To fully participate in weekly Education Team meetings.
To assist in the general duties involved in the running of the Education Department.
To carry out any other duties that may be required.

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