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The Animal Care technician will work closely with the Animal Care lecturers. You will be responsible for the care of a large range of animals, including reptiles, quails, rabbits, mice, guinea pigs and chinchillas. You will also work with groups of students showing them how to handle the animals correctly and how to care for them.
Job Responsibility:
Provide daily care and maintenance of animals
Monitor the health and well-being of animals
Maintain a clean and safe environment for animals
Leading practical lessons such as enrichment, preventative care and handling
Administer treatments and medications
Monitor and record animal activity
Assist with animal handling and restraint
Accurate Record Keeping
Responsible for raising supplies needed
Work to provide a safe environment for students and public while visiting and studying
Assess students during their time on the course
Communicate and collaborate with students and staff members
Cover out of term time to care and feed the animals
Requirements:
Relevant animal care experience
Relevant animal care relevant qualification
Good knowledge of a range of animals and reptiles
Ability to provide basic animal care
Ability to follow safety protocols
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to handle and restrain animals
Computer literate
What we offer:
Annual Leave: 25 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
Pension: Generous Local Government pension
Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD
Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address
Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)
Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!