Experienced Mammal Keeper

Overview

Blackpool Zoo, North West. Closing date for applications: 1st Feb 2026. Contact:
Leah Lancashire (leah.la). Sector:
Animal Care. Type:
Paid. Contract type:
Full-time. Salary: £26,913.

Location: Blackpool Zoo

Hours: 40 hours per week (annualised)

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: £26,913 per annum

Blackpool Zoo is currently looking to recruit an Experienced Mammal Keeper; the successful candidate will join our existing team of keepers assisting in the daily care & husbandry needs of our animals. The zoo houses a wide range of mammal species from Cotton top Tamarins to Asian Elephants, and the successful candidate will have experience caring for a variety of mammal taxa.

The Zoo is part of Parque Reunidos, one of the world’s leading owners and operators of leisure attractions. With over 50 years of experience and a position among the top five global operators of regional leisure parks, the group delivers authentic, memorable experiences to millions of visitors across the globe each year.

You will have a minimum of 3 years zoo keeping experience working in a recognised zoological institution and the DMZAA course or an equivalent qualification is essential. You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic, and reliable. Experience with Category 1 animals would be advantageous.

We offer a range of benefits plus the opportunity to further your career within the zoological industry.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1st February 2026

Application Information:
Please note that applications will be reviewed, and interviews may be conducted, throughout the advertising period. As a result, the position may be filled before the stated closing date. We therefore encourage early submission of applications to avoid disappointment.
In the event of a high volume of applications, it may not be possible to provide individual feedback to all unsuccessful candidates. Feedback will only be offered to those who are shortlisted for interview.

Please send a detailed CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to Leah Lancashire, Personnel Manager to Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, Blackpool, FY3 8PP
or alternatively by email via leah.la