Maintain animal records and ensure high standards of animal health, hygiene and welfare are maintained. To observe and maintain health and Safety documentation and procedures in line with College Policy. To work individually or as part of a small team to perform routine husbandry duties including, but not limited to:

Cleaning, feeding and provision of water to a range of domesticated and exotic species of animals.
Correct disposal of waste to maintain a clean, safe and tidy environment.
Administer medication to animals as requested by supervisor.
Health checking the animals, including accurate recording keeping.
Monitor stock supplies and report requirements to the animal house supervisor as necessary.
Update and report on signs of unusual behaviour/health problems of any animal.
Record vet visits, status of breeding animal, animal death and equipment or pen/enclosure repairs as required.
General/low level maintenance of enclosures/pens and reporting the need for any further repairs which may be necessary.
Communicate with external agencies if required. E.g Vets.
Make welfare decisions when required and communicate this with the supervisor.
Purchase fresh food for animals locally and transport it back to the College.

Level 2 or above in Animal Care with good or above grades
Grade C or above in both in English and Maths
Full and clean driving licence
Up to date sector knowledge
Health & Safety requirements specifically to the Animal Care sector

One Selfie Day per year
Contributory salary pension scheme (Local Government)
Continuing Professional Development for all staff
Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Private Healthcare Scheme
£500 Refer a friend and earn a reward
Subsidised cafes - at both campuses
Employee Assistance Programme - Staff have access to this programme. It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counselor)
The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations.
Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working.
Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath Campus
Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock

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