We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable individual to join our team as an Animal Care Assessor / Tutor (Part-Time).
This role involves supporting learners to develop practical skills, knowledge and confidence within our animal care and land-based pathways, delivering a structured and engaging learning experience in a supportive, hands-on environment.
This role is based within our specialist provision and requires a commitment to supporting learners with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver practical and vocational learning within animal care provision
- Support learners to develop skills, confidence and independence
- Contribute to planning and delivering structured sessions
- Assess learner progress in line with programme requirements
- Support learners with a range of needs, including SEND and SEMH
- Maintain high standards of animal welfare and safe practice
- Work collaboratively as part of a consistent, supportive team
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in animal care or land-based practice
- Confident supporting young people in a learning environment
- Calm, patient and able to build positive relationships
- Organised and able to work within a structured framework
- Committed to safeguarding, welfare and professional standards
- Experience in SEND, SEMH or alternative provision is highly desirable.
What We Offer
- A supportive, values-led working environment
- Opportunities for professional development
- A varied, hands-on role within a growing provision
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives
🛡️ Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment
The Orchard is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All staff are expected to share this commitment.
This role is subject to a safer recruitment process, including:
- Enhanced DBS check
- Verification of identity and right to work in the UK
- Reference checks, including most recent employer
- Employment history checks and explanation of any gaps
- Appropriate safeguarding and suitability screening
We expect all staff to:
- Work in line with safeguarding policies and procedures
- Maintain professional boundaries
- Promote the safety, wellbeing and best interests of all learners
Apply
If you feel you would be a strong fit for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Please mention Jobs With Animals when applying for this role.