Education &
Conservation Department Manager
Competitive Salary
+ Performance related bonus and other benefits.
Blackpool Zoo is one
of the UK’s most established medium sized zoos, and in recent years the zoo has
gone through a rapid modernisation and development process.
A unique opportunity
has arisen for an Education & Conservation Manager to join our zoo and
offers huge scope and potential to lead the education department into the next
exciting phase in Blackpool Zoo’s future for the right candidate.
You will be
responsible for the overall leadership and effective management of the Education
Department, duties of the role include the development and delivery of the public
talk’s programmes, presenting talks to schools and bespoke learning groups, keeper
courses, curriculum linked lessons, outreach programme, work placement programmes,
zoo research, conversation, interpretation as well as sustainability monitoring
and implementation.
We are looking for a
proactive individual with proven people skills gained from previous management
experience. Flexibility and an innovative approach are essential due to the
multi-faceted nature of the department.
You will be responsible for the management of
a team of 7 - 15 staff and you will be expected to lead and work as part of a
team – the role dictates a very hands on approach. The role will also involve
sharing best practice and promoting & growing Blackpool Zoo’s profile and
reputation in the field of education and conservation.
The successful
candidate should be educated to degree level in an education related subject or
similar. They should also have previous experience working in an educational
role in an established learning/educational facility. They will need to
demonstrate excellent time management and planning skills, possess a high level
of verbal and written communication skills and it is essential that they are experienced
in the use of all key Microsoft packages.
An in-depth knowledge of zoos and their
operation would be advantageous.
Closing date for
applications: - 9th February 2018
Please send a detailed
CV and covering letter to Mrs Anita Bubbins, Personnel Manager, Blackpool Zoo,
East Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire. FY3 8PP or by email to anita.bubbins@blackpoolzoo.org.uk
We will reply to
successful candidates within 14 days of closing date.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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