Careers at Twycross Zoo

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Be part of a team that's passionate about people, wildlife and conservation. At Twycross Zoo, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

  1. Finance Director

    Help shape the future of one of the UK's leading conservation charities.

    Twycross Zoo is looking for an exceptional Finance Director to join our Senior Leadership Team at a pivotal stage in our journey.

    Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Board of Trustees, this is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future direction of a well-established conservation and education charity with ambitious plans for growth, impact and long-term sustainability.

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  2. Ape Animal Keeper

    We are seeking a passionate and motivated Animal Keeper - Apes to join our team, supporting the delivery of exceptional standards of animal welfare, husbandry, safety and presentation within one of our zoo sections.

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  3. Head of Veterinary Services

    The key purpose of this role is to lead and develop veterinary services across the zoo, ensuring the highest standards of animal health, welfare, and preventative medicine. 

    The role plays a key leadership position within the wider animal and conservation teams, contributing to strategic planning, cross-departmental collaboration, and the delivery of Twycross Zoo’s conservation and animal welfare objectives.

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  4. Senior Animal Keeper - Primates

    Are you an experienced zoo professional with a passion for outstanding animal care and supporting team development?

    At Twycross Zoo, we are looking for a committed Senior Animal Keeper to support the Team Leader in delivering consistently high standards of animal welfare, husbandry and guest engagement with Primates.

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Work-based learning placements 2026/27

At Twycross Zoo, we're committed to supporting the next generation of animal care professionals, conservationists and researchers.

Applications are now open for our 2026/27 Work-Based Learning Placements, designed for students whose course includes an industry placement year.

  1. Animal Team Placement

    Develop practical animal care skills while working alongside our animal teams. Placement students support husbandry, feeding, enrichment, welfare and guest engagement activities across a variety of species.

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  2. Conservation Science Placement

    Work with our Conservation Science Team to support conservation projects, biodiversity monitoring, habitat management, data collection and conservation programme delivery.

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  3. Behaviour & Welfare Placement

    Gain experience supporting animal behaviour monitoring, welfare assessments, data analysis and zoo-based research projects, helping to inform evidence-based welfare decisions.

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To apply, send your application form to human.resources@twycrosszoo.org by 19 August 2026

 

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