The ARC Centre
Surrey
Closing date for applications: 31st Jul 2026
Contact: Louise Wilkinson-Jaffe (louise@the-arc-centre.co.uk)
Sector: Education | Type: Paid Contract | full-time | Salary: £24,570 – £30,030 a year
Company Description
We are a unique animal education centre, based within a primary school. We run weekly classes for children aged 2‑18, teaching them various aspects of animal care and husbandry. Species include corsac foxes, parrots, meerkats, capybara, skunks, sugar gliders and much more.
Job Description
Please read the job application carefully.
The Role
An Animal Ranger Position – 35 hours per week, Sunday‑Thursday. Duty Manager hours on a Sunday are paid at £15 ph; general hours at £13.50 ph. Annual pay increases based on performance are available. The role is permanent, starting as soon as possible. Additional Duty Manager hours (evening) may be offered after basic training.
The role suits people with experience in animal management, teaching, or teaching assistance, and works with students with high SEND needs, including those at risk of exclusion. Duties include working 1:1 with students, completing daily academic targets while with the animals, and running weekly extra‑curricular classes for children aged 1‑18.
Responsibilities
- General husbandry of all animals on site.
- 1:1 teaching students either in the classroom or the centre.
- Running animal education classes for 2‑18 year olds.
Successful Candidate(s) Will Have
- A wide range of experience with animals or teaching.
- Experience working in a classroom environment.
- Experience working with children with SEND.
- Experience working with children with behavioural difficulties.
- Great people skills and will be expected to engage with the public during weekly classes, educational tours, school visits, etc.
The successful candidate should be enthusiastic, motivated, able to work independently, with a positive outlook and excellent communication skills at all levels. Must also be comfortable completing manual work. Shifts are fixed during school term time; holidays are more flexible.
Desirable Attributes Of a Successful Candidate
- Strong observation skills.
- Experience of public speaking.
- Full clean driving licence.
- A relevant animal‑related qualification.
- Experience working with children including those with special educational needs and disabilities.
Full in‑house training will be given to the successful candidate. CPD training will be offered after a probationary period.
Apply For This Job
Please apply on Indeed: https://uk.indeed.com/job/teacher-zookeeper-b3830a96ed0b2c3f
Closing date: As soon as the right applicant is found.
Video interviews and work trial days to commence immediately for potential candidates. Job to start as soon as possible.
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