Animal Care Team Assistant

THE EMPLOYER IS: FERMANAGH FUN FARM CIC This role involves providing visitors with a fun and educational experience by sharing knowledge about animals and their care. Responsibilities include looking after a variety of farm animals and small pets through feeding, mucking out, grooming, exercise, medical care, and enrichment activities. The position also supports general maintenance tasks such as fencing and painting, as well as assisting committee members with event preparation and clean‑up to ensure smooth and memorable experiences for all.

• Attend all staff training sessions and meetings (when required).
• Follow all guidelines, risk assessments and company policies / procedures, checklists, when working with the general public and animals.
• Be able to work on your own and as part of a team.
• Be accountable for the animals care and welfare during your care.

• Ability to work on their own and complete work to a high standard.
• Ability to follow instructions / guidelines.
• Farming experience working with a range of animals.
• Experience with maintenance jobs such as fencing and fixing wire.

The Employer is: FERMANAGH FUN FARM CIC Job Start Opportunity - Working Hours Information
- Standard

Hours:

up to 25 hours per week.

- Flexible/Reduced

Hours:

May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.

- Additional

Hours:

The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

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Vacancy  Job Sector Security and General Area Co Fermanagh Location Enniskillen Salary 16-17 £ 7.55, 18-20 £ 10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 11/11/2025 Closing date 22/12/2025 Worktime Shift work between 9am-5pm, Monday-Sunday.