Toad Hall Animal Care Volunteer
Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT)
Caring for amphibians and supporting the Toad Hall exhibit!
About The Role By caring for amphibians and supporting the Toad Hall exhibit, this role plays a vital part in conservation education and biodiversity protection. Volunteers help raise awareness of wetland species and the threats they face by engaging the public through interactive presentations, inspiring visitors to value and support wetland conservation. What will you be doing, among other tasks: General animal husbandry such as feeding, water changes, and exhibit maintenance. Data recording for life support systems. General maintenance of public and back of house areas
Advice, Information & Support,Environmental
Conservation
There are two parts to this role: assisting with daily animal management duties in the Living Collections department and engaging our visitors on the amphibians and the work of Living Collection. Both aspects are equally important, and so we are looking for volunteers with the following: Basic animal husbandry knowledge, with a particular interest in amphibians would be advantageous Excellent customer service skills; confidence and enthusiasm when engaging the public Good physical health – this role will involve some manual handling Good attention to detail and able to follow instructions The ability to work on your own initiative under the direction of the Ectotherm team, following strict animal care protocols. The role would be enjoyable for those who love working closely with animals, educating others, and gaining hands-on experience in an internationally important wetland site.
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case. Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar. Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play? Why you'll love volunteering at WWT Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake... Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life
Ideally, we are looking for a commitment of at least one day a week for a minimum of 3 months but we can be flexible, dependent on the volunteer’s needs. We look forward to hearing from you!
GL2 7BT
WWT Wetland Centre, Slimbridge, Bowditch, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT.
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