Askham Bryan College Animal Management York

🌞 Animal Management Applicant Day Update 🌞

We are looking forward to welcoming everyone to our Animal Management Applicant Day at Askham Bryan College.

Due to the hot weather forecast, the event will still be going ahead as planned, but we will be making some adjustments to session times, locations, and activities throughout the day to help keep everyone safe and comfortable.

Please remember to:
☀️ Wear sensible clothing suitable for the weather and for spending time out in the Wildlife Park.
💧 Bring a refillable water bottle – water refill stations will be available throughout the day.
🧴 Apply sun protection before you arrive and bring it with you, as you will be spending time working and learning outdoors.

📹 The BBC will be filming in the Wildlife Park during the morning. If you would prefer not to potentially appear in the background of any footage, please let a member of staff know when you arrive.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We can't wait to meet you all and share what Animal Management at Askham Bryan College has to offer!

The Animal Management Team

Best of luck to the class of 2026 in all your future endeavours from everyone in Animal Management
Askham Bryan College Wakefield
Askham Bryan College Saltaire

🌟 Exciting Opportunities at Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park & Askham Bryan Dog School And Boarding 🐾

As a result of exciting new developments across our Wildlife & Conservation Park and Dog School, we are delighted to be recruiting for a number of new roles within our animal care and education teams.

We currently have a variety of full-time and part-time opportunities available across:
🐕 Kennels & Companion Animal sections
🦎 Zoo Team
🐍 Lower Vertebrates & Invertebrates (LVI) section
🎓 Animal Teacher-Keeper roles

If you are passionate about animal care, conservation, and education, one of these exciting opportunities could be perfect for you.

Join a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding animal welfare, supporting conservation initiatives, and inspiring the next generation of animal professionals through hands-on learning experiences.

Whether you're an experienced animal keeper, an educator, or looking for your next challenge in the animal management sector, we'd love to hear from you.

📢 Explore our current vacancies and become part of the future of Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park and Dog School.
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👀🐾 Watch this space… 🐾👀

Exciting developments are happening at Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park, and as we continue to grow, we’ll soon be looking to expand our Wildlife Park Keeper team! 🌿🦉

As the UK’s first teaching zoo, we’re proud to combine high-quality animal care, conservation and education all within a unique learning environment.

New keeper roles will be advertised shortly, offering an exciting opportunity to become part of a award winning & passionate team dedicated to animal care, conservation and education. 🐒🐢

If you’ve ever dreamed of working within a dynamic wildlife park environment and making a difference for species conservation whilst also supporting the next generation of Animal Managers then keep your eyes on our page for upcoming vacancies… exciting times are ahead! 🌍✨

🌍🐾 Happy International Day for Biological Diversity! 🐾🌍

At Askham Bryan College Animal Management, we’re passionate about protecting wildlife and inspiring the next generation of conservationists. Through the incredible work of Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park our students actively take part in projects that help safeguard biodiversity both here in the UK and across the globe. 🌱🦉

Our students gain hands-on experience supporting a range of important conservation species and breeding programmes right here on campus, including:

🌼 Pollinator projects and habitat creation to support vital native insect populations
🪲 Conservation work surrounding the rare Tansy Beetle and native dung beetle research
🐑 Rare breed conservation programmes helping preserve traditional livestock genetics
🦔 Native hedgehog monitoring and habitat support initiatives
🐌 The glutinous snail conservation project protecting one of the UK’s rarest snail species
🌍 Supporting global conservation through partnerships such as the Phalaborwa Natural Heritage Foundation
🐒 Participation in EEP conservation breeding programmes, including the endangered White-Lipped Tamarin
🐢 Supporting Asian turtle conservation efforts in the field
🩸 Involvement with the UK Medicinal Leech Programme
🌿 Native species monitoring and habitat restoration projects across the college estate

By studying Animal Management with us, students don’t just learn about biodiversity — they become part of protecting it. 🌎✨

Fancy being part of the next generation of biodiversity champions? Come and discover our courses at our next Open Event! https://www.askham-bryan.ac.uk/open-days/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21742056190&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIh-L1sNzMlAMVLqJQBh2kjRg0EAAYASAAEgIuYfD_BwE

Photo credits to our amazing Keeper team

Our first year T-Level Science students have been out and about today in our teaching Zoo, Askham Bryan Wildlife & Conservation Park creating enrichment for the Heritage and Conservation Farm section of the park 🐑🐓🐐

Students have been developing their understanding of the importance of enrichment for animal welfare, alongside building valuable planning, design and construction skills. The activity also encouraged fantastic teamwork, creativity and communication — all while enjoying some time outside of the classroom! 🌿🔨

A brilliant hands-on learning experience for our future animal care and conservation professionals 👏