Do you have a passion for animals? Are you looking for a part-time role where you can supplement your existing income or for a role which gives you a great work-life balance? This could be the role for you if you have a level 2 qualification related to animal care and industry experience.
JOB TITLE: ANIMAL CARE ASSISTANT WEEKEND
LOCATION: WISBECH
HOURS: 8 PER WEEK ON AVERAGE (ALTERNATE WEEKENDS OF WORKING BOTH SATURDAY AND SUNDAY)
SALARY: £5,307 – £5,394 PER ANNUM (£24,549 – £24,949 FTE)
We are recruiting for an additional Animal Centre Assistant to support us at weekends.
Our animal centre at our Wisbech campus runs 7 days per week, 365 days a year – providing excellent care for all of our animal residents. From rodents to goats, insects to snakes we have a wide range of animals in stock, all of whom are integral to the educational journey of our learners.
This role involves providing general day to day care for the animals including handling, cleaning, maintenance, preparation for educational activities and liaising with the team to report any changes in behaviour or condition to ensure that the welfare of the animals is our top priority.
Our animal care courses ensure that our students leave us with the scientific, practical and administrative skills they need for their careers in animal care. We are passionate about our animals and the education and training we provide to our students- the next generation of animal care specialists.
You will be required to work every other weekend throughout the year, on both Saturday and Sunday (one week on, one week off). Alternatively hours may be available for working only Saturday’s or Sunday’s each week, to be agreed with the successful postholders.
You will work as part of a friendly team and gain great experience in working with animals.
We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving Animal Care team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams.
BENEFITS
We offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 30 days per year for support staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time), fee waivers on some College courses, a contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme, discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme. CWA focusses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development.
Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates.
Closing date for receipt of all applications: Midday, Sunday 30 August 2026
Interviews are provisionally scheduled for Tuesday 8 September 2026 at our Wisbech campus.
Applicants are expected to ensure their applications are written in their own words.
We reserve the right to use an AI checker on any application.
Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face, we are unable to facilitate online interviews.
Please mention Jobs With Animals when applying for this role.