Animal Technician (Weekend)

Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for an Animal Technician to join our Animal Management and Science Department at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a part‑time permanent basis working weekends.

Part‑time Animal Technician role at BCA involves working 16 hours per week on a Saturday and Sunday. This position is on Scale G of the Support Staff pay scale paying between G17 £11,019.68 up to G19 £11,798.49 per year (G17 – £25,483 up to G19 £27,284 FTE).

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of animal welfare and husbandry for all animals under our care.
• Conduct daily checks and record‑keeping of the animals’ health and behaviours.
• Clean enclosures and prepare and present food.
• Ensure appropriate bedding, water supply, and hygiene of work areas and accommodations.
• Coordinate with veterinarians for routine preventative treatments and medication administration as per the animal centre protocols.
• Use ZIMS and other methods to keep animal records up to date.
• Implement training and enrichment strategies for the animals.
• Adhere to all Animal Management Centre procedures and protocols.
• Guide student groups during practical weekend duties and assist in preparation for classes.
• Ensure safety and security of the Animal Management Centre and compliance with college policies, particularly health and safety.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Level 3 vocational qualification in a relevant subject.
• Strong practical skills with various animals.
• Strong record‑keeping abilities.
• Capability to work with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and college closure days.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution.
• Free on‑site parking at all sites.
• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff.
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Family friendly policies supporting work life balance.
• Onsite coffee shop & cafeteria.
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College.

Please note: this vacancy will close on 26th June 2026.

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