Closing Date: 08/12/2023

Location/Division: BZP

Development Assistant

Salary: £17,976 (£22,470 FTE)

Contracted Hours: 30

Location: Hybrid / Bristol Zoo Project

Contract Type: Permanent

Bristol Zoological Society, the conservation and education charity that runs and operates Bristol Zoo Project, higher education programmes and conservation projects across the world, is recruiting for a Development Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Development team.

If you would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact hr@bristolzoo.org.uk.

We are committed to employing from all areas of the community, we value equality and diversity across our workforce and aim to ensure our staff is reflective of the diversity of the community. In support of this commitment, we welcome applications from the Global Majority.

The Development Department leads fundraising for Bristol Zoological Society, including membership, revenue fundraising and major capital campaigns. The Development Assistant will be responsible for the Department’s administrative and finance systems, helping to ensure the Department runs smoothly and donors are the heart of everything we do.

With a new strategy in place to create a world-class Zoo with conservation at its heart, the new Bristol Zoo Project will offer spacious, modern facilities, significant growth in our conservation and education work, and an innovative and exciting visitor experience.

The role will help to realise our vision of saving wildlife together – raising funds for the new Zoo. You will join a committed team, working alongside our communities, looking after the environment, and contributing to our inclusive culture.

As a Disability Confident Employer if you identify yourself as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 definition and can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification, we will guarantee an interview.

Benefits include:

• 30 days of annual leave (Pro-rated, inclusive of bank hols) increasing with length of service
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit (x3 salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Other flexible benefits include gym discounts and access to a health cash plan
• Hybrid working for certain roles, to allow you to work where you work best - We’re happy to discuss flexible working
• Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Loyalty award after 5 years and every year subsequently
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Free on-site car park

To apply for this role please sign into our recruitment portal and upload your CV and cover letter.

The closing date for applications is 8th December 2023.

Closing Date: 14/12/2023

Location/Division: BZG

Senior Keeper (Ectotherms)

Salary: £25,145

Contracted Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Bristol Zoo Project

Contract Type: Permanent

Bristol Zoological Society, the conservation and education charity that runs and operates Bristol Zoo Project (previously Wild Place Project), higher education programmes and conservation projects across the world, is recruiting a Senior Keeper (Ectotherms). This is an exciting opportunity to join the Animal team. This is a permanent full time position working 37.5 hours per week as part of the departmental rota, which includes working alternate weekends and some bank holidays. The role is currently primarily based at our Clifton site working with our diverse ectotherms collection comprising reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates, but will also require working at Bristol Zoo Project occasionally, and later being based there on a permanent basis.

If you would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact hr@bzsociety.org.uk

We are committed to employing from all areas of the community, we value equality and diversity across our workforce and aim to ensure our staff is reflective of the diversity of the community. In support of this commitment, we welcome applications from the Global Majority.

The successful applicant will have demonstrable practical experience working in a zoo environment. Knowledge of and experience with ectotherms is desirable. Successful applicants must have either the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals, or a relevant animal/zoology qualification such as BSc or MSc in biological sciences.

Applicants should have supervision and interpersonal skills with developed communication skills and experience with staff supervision. A full driving licence is also desirable for cross-site working. This role covers all aspects of modern-day zoo keeping including daily husbandry routines environmental enrichment, research, talks and guest experiences. Familiarity with modern conservation focussed zoo management is desirable and having a strong understanding of the role of zoos in species conservation is important.

Bristol Zoological Society is currently planning our new zoo at our Bristol Zoo Project site Blackhorse Hill, Bristol BS10 7TP. The first animal phase of these plans will be our Central African Forest exhibit, which includes a number of ectotherms including, slender snouted crocodiles and a range of freshwater fish species from the region. Future phases, include a state of the art conservation learning, breeding and medicine centre, where the ectotherms will be transferred.

Bristol Zoological Society is a conservation charity with a new strategy in place to create a world-class Bristol Zoo with conservation and sustainability at its heart, the new Bristol Zoo Project will offer spacious, modern facilities, significant growth in our conservation and education work, and an innovative and exciting visitor experience. The role will help to realise our vision of saving wildlife together, and you will be involved in supporting our transformation programme – driving visitor numbers at Bristol Zoo Project and excitement as plans for the new Zoo progress. We know that everyone here at the Society can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

As a Disability Confident Employer if you identify yourself as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 definition and can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification, we will guarantee an interview.

Benefits include:

• 30 days of annual leave (Pro-rated, inclusive of bank hols) increasing with length of service
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit (x3 salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Other flexible benefits include gym discounts and access to a health cash plan
• Hybrid working for certain roles, to allow you to work where you work best - We’re happy to discuss flexible working
• Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Loyalty award after 5 years and every year subsequently
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

To apply for this role please sign into our recruitment portal and upload your CV and cover letter.

The closing date for applications is midday on 14th December 2023.

Closing Date: 14/12/2023

Location/Division: BZP

Senior Keeper (Hoofstock)

Salary: £25,145

Contracted Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Bristol Zoo Project

Contract Type: Permanent

Bristol Zoological Society, the conservation and education charity that runs and operates Bristol Zoo Project (previously Wild Place Project), higher education programmes and conservation projects across the world, is recruiting a Senior Keeper (Hoofstock). This is an exciting opportunity to join the Animal team. This is a permanent full time position working 37.5 hours per week as part of the departmental rota, which includes working alternate weekends and some bank holidays. The role is based at our Bristol Zoo Project site working with our hoofstock collection comprising giraffes, zebra, eland, spotted deer and red river hogs.

If you would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact hr@bzsociety.org.uk

We are committed to employing from all areas of the community, we value equality and diversity across our workforce and aim to ensure our staff is reflective of the diversity of the community. In support of this commitment, we welcome applications from the Global Majority.

The successful applicant will have demonstrable practical experience working in a zoo environment. Knowledge of and experience with mammals preferable hoofstock is desirable. Successful applicants must have either the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals, or a relevant animal/zoology qualification such as BSc or MSc in biological sciences.

Applicants should have supervision and interpersonal skills with developed communication skills and experience with staff supervision. A full driving licence is also desirable for cross-site working. This role covers all aspects of modern-day zoo keeping including daily husbandry routines environmental enrichment, research, talks and guest experiences. Familiarity with modern conservation focussed zoo management is desirable and having a strong understanding of the role of zoos in species conservation is important.

Bristol Zoological Society is currently planning our new zoo at our Bristol Zoo Project site Blackhorse Hill, Bristol BS10 7TP. The first animal phase of these plans will be our Central African Forest exhibit, which includes our new gorilla and mangabey enclosure and a crocodile and parrot enclosure. Future phases, include a state of the art conservation learning, breeding and medicine centre, and future phases of development.

Bristol Zoological Society is a conservation charity with a new strategy in place to create a world-class Bristol Zoo with conservation and sustainability at its heart, the new Bristol Zoo Project will offer spacious, modern facilities, significant growth in our conservation and education work, and an innovative and exciting visitor experience. The role will help to realise our vision of saving wildlife together, and you will be involved in supporting our transformation programme – driving visitor numbers at Bristol Zoo Project and excitement as plans for the new Zoo progress. We know that everyone here at the Society can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

As a Disability Confident Employer if you identify yourself as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 definition and can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification, we will guarantee an interview.

Benefits include:

• 30 days of annual leave (Pro-rated, inclusive of bank hols) increasing with length of service
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit (x3 salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Other flexible benefits include gym discounts and access to a health cash plan
• Hybrid working for certain roles, to allow you to work where you work best - We’re happy to discuss flexible working
• Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Loyalty award after 5 years and every year subsequently
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Free onsite car park

To apply for this role please sign into our recruitment portal and upload your CV and cover letter.

The closing date for applications is midday on 14th December 2023.

Closing Date: 15/12/2023

Location/Division: BZG/BZP

Maintenance Technician

Contract hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £24,000 per annum

Location: Bristol Zoo Project and Bristol Zoo Gardens

Contract type: Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Maintenance team at Bristol Zoological Society. This multifaceted role plays an important part the development of the Bristol Zoo Project, the successful candidate will help to maintain the site and to “grow with us” as we create the zoo of the future.

 

The Maintenance Technician role is a broad ranging one requiring a generalist skillset, a rudimentary understanding of plumbing, carpentry and electrical work is essential. Qualifications in any such trade is desirable.

If you would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact hr@bzsociety.org.uk

We are committed to employing from all areas of the community, we value equality and diversity across our workforce and aim to ensure our staff is reflective of the diversity of the community. In support of this commitment, we welcome applications from the Global Majority.

Working out of the 136 acre Bristol Zoo Project (formerly The Wild Place Project), the successful candidate will have a great interest in the wildlife and conversation as well as a passion for the outdoors. This role requires working approximately 1 in 5 weekends, scheduled via a rolling departmental rota.

Main duties of the role will include, but not be limited to;

• The carrying out of maintenance and repairs of all buildings, infrastructure and equipment at both sites.
• Responding promptly to urgent reactive requests from colleagues to ensure safety and wellbeing of colleagues, visitors and animals and escalating where appropriate.
• Being responsible for the undertaking of small projects as directed by the Facilities Manager and Head of Operations
• Utilising the Operations Helpdesk in order to provide efficient service to other departments within the society
• Help ensure that contractors undertaking work on behalf of the Society adhere to the required standards.
• When required, assist with transporting animals and goods to and from external locations.

Benefits include:

• 30 days of annual leave and bank holidays (Pro-rated, inclusive of bank hols) increasing with length of service
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit (x3 salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Other flexible benefits include gym discounts and access to a health cash plan
• Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Loyalty award after 5 years and every year subsequently
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Free on-site car park

To apply for this role please sign into our recruitment portal and upload your CV and cover letter.

The closing date for applications is 15th December 2023.

Closing Date: 22/12/2023

Location/Division: BZP

Visitor Experience Host

Salary: £20,319 (£10.42ph)

Contracted Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Bristol Zoo Project

Contract Type: Permanent

Bristol Zoological Society, the conservation and education charity that runs and operates Bristol Zoo Project (previously Wild Place Project), higher education programmes and conservation projects across the world, is recruiting a Visitor Experience Host. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Visitor Experience Team. 

If you would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact hr@bzsociety.org.uk

We are committed to employing from all areas of the community, we value equality and diversity across our workforce and aim to ensure our staff is reflective of the diversity of the community. In support of this commitment, we welcome applications from the Global Majority.

As a Visitor Experience Host you are the primary point of contact for our visitors and we rely on you to:

• Demonstrate your passion and pride as an ambassador for our well-loved organisation, conservation efforts and mission.
• Engage and assist our visitors to ensure they have a memorable day out.
• Ensure a well presented attraction, by assisting with car parks, retail, admissions, membership, grounds and amenities duties. 

Applicants must have a friendly, professional manner and be ready to welcome guests to the attraction and inspire them with discoveries of wildlife and our onsite activities. All applicants must enjoy workjing outdoors in all weathers, and be willing to support the team with additional duties. It is essential that applicants are confident and courteous with interactiong with visitors. 

With a new strategy in place to create a world-class Bristol Zoo with conservation and sustainability at its heart, the new Bristol Zoo Project will offer spacious, modern facilities, significant growth in our conservation and education work, and an innovative and exciting visitor experience.

The role will help to realise our vision of saving wildlife together, and you will be involved in supporting our transformation programme – driving visitor numbers at Bristol Zoo Project and excitement as plans for the new Zoo progress. We know that everyone here at the Society can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

As a Disability Confident Employer if you identify yourself as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 definition and can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification, we will guarantee you an interview. 

Benefits include:

• 30 days of annual leave (Pro-rated, inclusive of bank hols) increasing with length of service
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit (x3 salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Other flexible benefits include gym discounts and access to a health cash plan
• Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Loyalty award after 5 years and every year subsequently
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Free on-site car park

To apply for this role please sign into our recruitment portal and upload your CV and cover letter. 

The closing date for applications is 22nd December 2023.

Closing Date: 22/12/2023

Location/Division: BZP

Visitor Experience Host

Salary: £8,128 (£10.42ph)

Contracted Hours: 15 hours per week - Weekends

Location: Bristol Zoo Project

Contract Type: Permanent

Bristol Zoological Society, the conservation and education charity that runs and operates Bristol Zoo Project (previously Wild Place Project), higher education programmes and conservation projects across the world, is recruiting a Visitor Experience Host. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Visitor Experience Team. 

If you would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact hr@bzsociety.org.uk

We are committed to employing from all areas of the community, we value equality and diversity across our workforce and aim to ensure our staff is reflective of the diversity of the community. In support of this commitment, we welcome applications from the Global Majority.

As a Visitor Experience Host you are the primary point of contact for our visitors and we rely on you to:

• Demonstrate your passion and pride as an ambassador for our well-loved organisation, conservation efforts and mission.
• Engage and assist our visitors to ensure they have a memorable day out.
• Ensure a well presented attraction, by assisting with car parks, retail, admissions, membership, grounds and amenities duties. 

Applicants must have a friendly, professional manner and be ready to welcome guests to the attraction and inspire them with discoveries of wildlife and our onsite activities. All applicants must enjoy workjing outdoors in all weathers, and be willing to support the team with additional duties. It is essential that applicants are confident and courteous with interactiong with visitors. 

With a new strategy in place to create a world-class Bristol Zoo with conservation and sustainability at its heart, the new Bristol Zoo Project will offer spacious, modern facilities, significant growth in our conservation and education work, and an innovative and exciting visitor experience.

The role will help to realise our vision of saving wildlife together, and you will be involved in supporting our transformation programme – driving visitor numbers at Bristol Zoo Project and excitement as plans for the new Zoo progress. We know that everyone here at the Society can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

As a Disability Confident Employer if you identify yourself as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 definition and can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification, we will guarantee you an interview. 

Benefits include:

• 30 days of annual leave (Pro-rated, inclusive of bank hols) increasing with length of service
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit (x3 salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Other flexible benefits include gym discounts and access to a health cash plan
• Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Loyalty award after 5 years and every year subsequently
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Free on-site car park

To apply for this role please sign into our recruitment portal and upload your CV and cover letter. 

The closing date for applications is 22nd December 2023.

Closing Date: 04/01/2024

Location/Division: BZP

Engagement & Learning Presenter

Salary: 23,593.00pa

Contracted Hours: 37.5

Location: Bristol Zoo Project

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until 31st December 2024

Bristol Zoological Society, the conservation and education charity that runs and operates Wild Place Project, higher education programmes and conservation projects across the world, is recruiting an Engagement & Learning Presenter. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Public Engagement & Learning team.

If you would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact hr@bzsociety.org.uk

We are committed to employing from all areas of the community, we value equality and diversity across our workforce and aim to ensure our staff is reflective of the diversity of the community. In support of this commitment, we welcome applications from the Global Majority.

The Public Engagement & Learning team is leading the development of an innovative programme of formal and informal engagement, including schools education, daily animal talks and informal engagement, exhibit interpretation and public programming such as trails and activities.

Whether visiting with their family or their school, we aim to inspire our visitors to become part of the solution to the pressures facing wildlife and ecosystems both nationally and globally.

You will have a broad experience in delivering fun and inspiring talks and presentations to all ages and abilities, as well as a passion for conservation and the natural world, including British wildlife. You will expect to spend your days outdoors, on your feet, all year round and feel energised and enthusiastic when engaging with visitors and booked groups.

You will need to be proactive, friendly, knowledgeable, approachable, able to respond to a wide variety of audiences, and equally happy talking to a family group on a wet day, addressing a large audience on the busiest days, or delivering a high quality curriculum-linked session to a school group. As BZP operates seven days a week, you will be doing regular weekend working on a rota.

With a new strategy in place to create a world-class Bristol Zoo and conservation and sustainability at its heart, the new Bristol Zoo Project will offer spacious, modern facilities, significant growth in our conservation and education work, and an innovative and exciting visitor experience.

The role will help to realise our vision of saving wildlife together, and you will be involved in supporting our transformation programme – driving visitor numbers at Bristol Zoo Project and excitement as plans for the new Zoo progress. We know that everyone here at the Society can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

As a Disability Confident Employer if you identify yourself as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 definition and can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification, we will guarantee an interview.

Benefits include:

• 30 days of annual leave and bank holidays (Pro-rated, inclusive of bank hols) increasing with length of service
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit (x3 salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Other flexible benefits include gym discounts and access to a health cash plan
• Hybrid working for certain roles, to allow you to work where you work best - We’re happy to discuss flexible working
• Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Loyalty award after 5 years and every year subsequently
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Free on-site car park

To apply for this role please sign into our recruitment portal and upload your CV and cover letter.

The closing date for applications is 4th January.