Join Our Team at Puxton Park

Seeking Enthusiastic Individuals

At Puxton Park, we are always on the lookout for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our vibrant team. If you're over the age of 16 and share our enthusiasm for delivering exceptional experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Work at Puxton Park?

A Dynamic Work Environment: Be a part of a team-driven environment where your skills and enthusiasm can flourish.

Exciting Opportunities: From customer service to animal care and everything in between, explore a range of diverse roles that cater to various interests and talents.

Contribute to Memorable Experiences: Join us in creating unforgettable moments for our visitors, making their time at Puxton Park truly special.

How to Apply

To apply for a position at Puxton Park, please check out our indeed page. We review applications regularly and will reach out to potential candidates for further discussions.

Current Openings

HEAD ANIMAL KEEPER

Are you ready to take the lead in delivering unforgettable animal experiences at one of the South West’s top family attractions? At Puxton Park, we're looking for a dynamic, creative, and hands-on Head of Animals to captivate visitors with an engaging, interactive animal collection. You’ll create immersive encounters, ensuring guests leave with lasting memories, while driving smart, sustainable development and upholding the highest welfare standards. If you're passionate about education, entertainment, and making a real impact, this is your chance to be at the heart of the adventure!

Working at Puxton Park

At Puxton Park, we believe that work should be meaningful, inclusive, and enjoyable. As one of the South West’s leading family attractions, we’re more than just a great day out — we’re a community of passionate individuals who care deeply about people, animals, and the environment.

Our team is at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re helping guests make memories, caring for animals, or supporting behind the scenes, you’ll be part of a supportive and welcoming workplace where everyone’s contribution is valued.

We are proud to be an ethical and inclusive employer. We celebrate diversity, encourage collaboration, and are committed to providing opportunities for growth, learning, and development. Respect, kindness, and compassion underpin every part of our culture.

We believe in doing the right thing — for our people, for our animals, and for the planet. That means high standards of welfare, a strong commitment to sustainability, and creating a workplace where you can thrive and be yourself.

Your Role

As Head of Animals, you’ll play a key role in bringing our animal experiences to life, ensuring visitors enjoy engaging, educational, and immersive encounters. You’ll oversee the daily operations of our animal team, shaping a collection that fascinates guests while maintaining the highest standards of care and welfare.

Your expertise will help develop interactive experiences that make every visit memorable—whether through hands-on animal encounters, captivating public talks, or behind-the-scenes insights that spark curiosity. You'll lead a dedicated team of keepers, students, and volunteers, fostering an environment where both animals and visitors thrive.

Beyond the day-to-day, you’ll shape the future of our animal department, balancing innovation with sustainability to create a dynamic and commercially sound collection that aligns with visitor expectations and educational goals.

You’ll also play a crucial role in nurturing the next generation of animal care professionals through our partnership with Weston College. By integrating hands-on learning opportunities into daily operations, you’ll inspire students and enrich the visitor experience with live demonstrations and interactive educational moments.

This is the perfect role for someone who’s as confident in engaging audiences with compelling presentations as they are in delivering hands-on animal care in all weathers. If you’re passionate about bringing people and animals together, this is your chance to make an impact!

Key Responsibilities

· Oversee all aspects of animal husbandry, enrichment, welfare, and health across the collection

· Manage, support, and develop your team of keepers, student placements, and volunteers

· Review our existing animal collection and create an inspiring, sustainable plan for the future

· Ensure the animal collection remains ethical, commercially viable, and adds real value to the wider business

· Build and maintain a strong partnership with Weston College, embedding education into daily operations

· Deliver engaging, educational, and safe animal talks, interactions, and experiences for visitors

· Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and tidiness, ensuring your department is ‘show ready’ at all times

· Liaise with governing bodies and regulatory authorities to ensure full compliance with welfare, licensing, and safety requirements

· Maintain robust health & safety, safeguarding, and welfare standards across the department

· Monitor supplies, manage budgets, and ensure efficient department operations

· Support the ongoing improvement of enclosures and visitor-facing animal spaces

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

· Level 3 qualification or higher in Animal Management, Zoology, or a related subject

· At least 3 years’ hands-on experience in a zoo, farm park, or wildlife setting

· Minimum 1 year in a supervisory or team leadership role

· Strong working knowledge of animal welfare legislation and species-specific care

· Experience mentoring students or working in an educational context

· Demonstrable visitor engagement and public speaking skills

· Commercial awareness – understanding how animal choices impact both guest experience and business outcomes

· Confidence in rota planning, animal records, and basic budgeting

Desirable:

· Experience in reviewing or planning animal collections

· Practical knowledge of enclosure design and enrichment

· First Aid at Work certificate

· Familiarity with safeguarding procedures in educational settings

· Working Conditions

· Full-time role including weekends and bank holidays on a rota

· Outdoor work in all weathers

· Physically active – manual handling and animal care involved

What We Offer

· Competitive salary based on experience

· Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

· Free park entry and staff discounts

· A supportive, collaborative team culture

· A real opportunity to shape the future of the animal department in a role with purpose

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about animal welfare, skilled in leadership, and excited by the idea of combining education, conservation, and guest experience – we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and your vision for a sustainable, ethical, and engaging animal collection to darren@puxton.co.uk by 30th June2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,000.00-£29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

On-site parking

Store discount

Schedule:

Day shift

Weekend availability

Weston-Super-Mare BS24 6AH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

Animal care: 3 years (required)

Check back frequently or follow us on social media for updates on any available positions. Even if there isn't a specific opening right now, we encourage passionate individuals to reach out and express their interest in joining our team.

At Puxton Park, we value diversity, dedication, and a commitment to excellence. Join us in delivering exceptional experiences and creating lasting memories for our visitors!