Volunteer - Farm Section

Role: Farm Section Volunteer

Day's available: Saturday, Sunday

Minimum age: 18 years old

Length of placement: 6 Months

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join our committed and friendly team of volunteers.

We welcome applications from candidates with a keen interest in animal husbandry and Conservation.  Candidates should also be able to demonstrate that they are team orientated, hardworking, proactive and positive in their attitude to all tasks.

This is a one-day a week voluntary position lasting 6 months, working from 8am - 5pm (winter hours may vary).

Species and breeds held on section:

• Cattle (Highland, British White, Water Buffalo and Bison)
• Sheep (Dorset, Jacobs and White-faced Woodland)
• Tamworth Pigs
• Bagot Goats
• Equines (Suffolk Punch Horses, Shetland Pony, Standard Donkey, Miniature Donkeys)
• Red Deer
• Reindeer
• Llamas
• Alpacas
• Rabbits
• Guinea Pigs
• Rats
• Hamster
• Gerbils

Day to day tasks:

• Assisting with daily cleaning.
• Preparation of feeds.
• Creating enrichment.
• Collecting and providing browse.
• Assisting with routine husbandry tasks such as foot trimming, grooming and carrying out routine health checks.

In order to apply, please send the completed application form to careers@noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk with a subject heading of 'Farm Section Volunteer'.

Download Application Form

Closing date for applications: 29^th September 2024