Merlin Entertainments

Seasonal Hoofstock Keeper

Location (Country-County-City) UK-Surrey-Chessington
Job ID
2024-6686
Employment Type
Guaranteed Hours (MGH)
Offer/Contract Type
Fixed End Date/Seasonal
Location Name
Chessington World of Adventures Resort

What you'll bring to the team

 
Location: Chessington World of Adventures Resort Leatherhead Road Chessington Surrey KT9 2NE
Hours: Fixed term contract to November 2025. Shifts between 7am - 8.30pm, working weekends and bank holidays as required. 
 
Advert closing date: 14th January 
Please note we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of quality applications. We would therefore recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.
 
Hiring Hub Recruitment Event Dates: 16th January 
 

COME & JOIN BRITAINS WILDEST ADVENTURE! 

 

Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, fun environment? Then we want YOU to be part of our team. Leave the everyday behind and unleash your imagination as you explore a career at Chessington World of Adventures Resort!

 

We are looking for energetic, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our Zoo Team as a Seasonal Hoofstock Keeper, Supporting our experienced keepers, delivering the highest standards of animal husbandry for a wide range of species in the Hoofstock Section We need exceptional team members who are committed to the animals in our care and making every visit special for our guests. 

 

Responsibilities include: 

 

• Ensuring animals and their enclosures are kept clean, safe and secure and presented in a natural and engaging manner.
• Understand the welfare and dietary requirements of all animals on the Hoofstock Section.
• Deliver scheduled talks, experiences and displays as assigned by the Senior Keeper or Zoo Supervisor. 
• Support the goals of the Chessington Conservation Fund (CCF) and the Sea Life Trust; assisting with fundraising events.  
• Participate in education, research and conservation projects where applicable.

 

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of one of the UK’s most exciting attractions. Apply now to join our Team and make every day an adventure!

Qualifications & Experience

We need you to come with the right positive attitude, enjoy working as part of a team and in a fast-paced environment, and be able to deliver jaw dropping fun to our Guests!

 

Candidates should have completed or be working towards an animal-based qualification, and have previous experience working in animal care, have passion and excitement for your chosen field, with a keen drive to develop your career as an animal keeper.
 
Clear confident public speaker, the ability to deliver keeper talks and presentations confidently and professionally desirable
 
Full clean UK driver license desirable but not essential 

 

Training will be provided

Benefits

• A competitive hourly salary
• Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world
• 40% discount online off LEGO
• 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
• Access to Merlin benefits page with discounts on over 1000 fashion and electronic retailers, restaurants and travel
• Ongoing training and development opportunities 

 

 

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Pay Range

Compensation between GBP £7.53/Hr.-GBP £11.44/Hr.

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At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters!

Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.