Deputy Head of Mammals

Wingham Wildlife Park

Closing date for applications: 19th Jul 2026

Sector: Animal Care
Type: Paid
Contract type: Full-time
Salary: £33,251.40 PA

Contact: Mr Matthew Jay ( )

The Role

Taking a hands‑on approach to ensuring that animal care is conducted to the high standards we expect on a day‑to‑day basis. Leading a team and supervising all aspects of animal husbandry, and public engagement with duties including but not limited to:

• Managing all areas of animal husbandry within the Mammal section when the Head of Mammals is not present and making decisions/changes to ensure the smooth operation of the section.
• Liaising with the Head of Mammals and Head Keeper to ensure that diets are prepared and given out correctly.
• Assisting the Head of Mammals and Head of Training with implementing training plans within the department and ensuring that all staff are following these procedures correctly.
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