Interested in a career working within a zoological collection?
Our careers hub provides you with more information about working within zoological education, animal husbandry and welfare and what it’s like to work at Knowsley Safari.
You’ll find information about our latest vacancies as well as answers to some of the frequently asked questions we receive, and we also provide some tips and advice on the recruitment process and what we look for in an applicant. For more information on our applicant privacy notice here.
We hope that you find the careers hub to be a useful portal of information for those of you wishing to work within a zoological collection, and here, at Knowsley Safari.
Available Positions
If you are looking for a career where you would be part of an organisation that actively tries to make a difference in the natural world by inspiring and connecting our communities to benefit all of those generations still to come, then Knowsley Safari could be the place you’ve been searching for.
This amazing feeling and call to action is something which our staff care so passionately about. We focus on making a positive impact on our guests, our animals, our community and our people.
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Learning and Discovery Team on a permanent basis. As Engagement Assistant you will deliver a range of conservation education activities including talks, animal encounters, guided tours plus weekend and holiday clubs to children aged 6-18 and work with community groups. You will have an energetic and enthusiastic personality, love to engage with people and share your passion for the natural world. You will become part of a multi award winning and innovative team working to protect the environment and create local social impact. The role is annualised at an average of 29 hours per week.
HOW TO APPLY
To download the Job Description click here.
To download the application click here.
Application form together with CV should be sent to recruitment@knowsley.com, please no postal applications.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 17 December 2023.
We are currently looking for a Learning & Discovery and Research & Conservation Operations Manager to join our team at Knowsley Safari. The successful candidate will oversee the delivery of all programming and activity from the Learning & Discovery and Research & Conservation teams. They will also ensure that everything is delivered in line with the departmental and business strategy and hold operational accountability.
Our ideal candidate will be able demonstrate a strong understanding of the role of modern zoological collections. They will also have proven line management experience with the ability to lead a team with inspiration and confidence.
HOW TO APPLY
To download the Job Description click here.
To download the application click here.
Application form together with CV should be sent to recruitment@knowsley.com, please no postal applications.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 17 December 2023.
We have an exciting opportunity to join the team on a permanent basis. As the Conservation & Research Coordinator you will be responsible for the day-to-day activity of our species focused conservation and research activities. This will include working on site within the habitats at the Safari and in the field, with the view to protect and preserve biodiversity and better understand the species we care for.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of the role of conservation and research within a modern zoological collection. You will need to be a highly motivated self-starter and an excellent communicator.
HOW TO APPLY
To download the Job Description click here.
To download the application click here.
Application form together with CV should be sent to recruitment@knowsley.com, please no postal applications.
The closing date for applications is 30 December 2023.
If you’re interested in working in a fun, vibrant and totally different environment unlike any other then becoming part of our team may be for you. We’re looking for ‘people who love people’ as we hope that each and every guest who visits Knowsley Safari experiences “The Best Day Out Ever”. This centres on positive guest engagement, being respectful and welcoming, understanding and empathetic, and relies on you using your initiative to enhance their experience.
We want personalities who are fun and engaging with our guests and who are determined to deliver a wonderful experience to every guest, leaving them with memories that last forever.
If you think that you’d be an asset to our team, then ask yourself these questions:
Can you?
Smile and be friendly and welcoming;
Display enthusiasm and initiative;
Proactively engage with children and adults.
Are you?
Confident and hardworking;
Fun and engaging;
If you answered yes to all of the above, then you could be joining our team in the following areas:
Catering, Rides, Hosts, Stewards, Reception and Admission
If you are successful with your application, you must be willing to work on a flexible basis. Hours will vary depending on the needs of the business and time of the year. Working days will include weekdays, weekends, bank holidays, and school holidays. At certain points in the year, there will also be a requirement for some evening work.
How to Apply
If you think that you are the ideal Safari Team Member then submit your recent CV including full contact details (name, mobile number and email address) along with a short message detailing why you believe you are suited to the role to: knowsley@wearearc.co.uk. You will receive a pre-screening interview with Arc Hospitality Recruitment before being invited to our next interview day with us on site.
We are Knowsley Safari, and we are the leading paid for visitor attraction in the city region with over 600,000 guests visiting us each year. Our enthusiastic and expert team do amazing work to inspire and connect our communities with the natural world for the benefit of future generations. Our aim is to be an exemplar in the zoological industry and to other large visitor attractions, we want to be the best!
To achieve that goal, we want to have the very best people working with us and as such our Animal Team is growing! If you share our passion for caring for animals, conservation, research, education, and providing our guests with the best day out ever, connecting them to the natural world, then please do get in touch, we’d love to hear from you.
We have no vacancies at this time.
Student Placements and Work Experience
For individuals who are planning a career within the zoological community, Knowsley Safari’s Internships are a fantastic opportunity to learn from our experienced staff within an outstanding Safari Park environment.
At this time we only offer the advertised placements and are therefore unfortunately unable to accommodate any other requests that do not meet the criteria or commitment as outlined. Please read all information carefully before emailing or applying.
