Animal Care Instructor

Job Description We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to rechargeJob Title: Animal Care InstructorLocation: Trent Acres, Kings Bromley, DE13 7HRHours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am 4.00pmSalary: £27,693.75 per annum ( not pro rata )Contract: Permanent | Term Time OnlyStart: September 2026UK applicants only this role does not offer sponsorshipAbout the RoleAre you passionate about animals, education, and making a real difference?

At Trent Acres, part of Options Autism, were looking for an inspiring Animal Care Instructor to join our close-knit, dedicated team. In this role, youll plan, deliver, and lead both practical and theory-based Animal Care lessons, helping pupils build skills, confidence, and independence in a nurturing, personalised environment.

No two days are the same! From classroom theory to hands-on care with our animals, and even supporting offsite activities, your work will directly shape learning experiences and help pupils reach their potential academically, emotionally, and socially.

What Youll Be DoingPlan, prepare, and deliver practical and theory-based Animal Care lessons. Inspire pupils through active learning and hands-on experiences. Provide personal support to help pupils achieve their academic and emotional potential.

Support pupils behaviour and wellbeing in line with the school ethos. Contribute to a personalised, holistic curriculum that meets the individual needs of each pupil. Assist across the school, including offsite activities when not instructing lessons.

Develop and enhance the Animal Care provision, helping make learning engaging, purposeful, and fun. Who Were Looking ForWere seeking someone who is: Passionate about animals and education, with the ability to inspire young learners.

Calm, patient, and compassionate, with strong interpersonal skills. Flexible and adaptable, ready to support pupils in a variety of learning and school settings. Creative and enthusiastic in delivering practical and theory-based lessons.

Committed to the schools nurturing ethos and dedicated to helping every pupil succeed. About UsOptions Trent Acres School is an independent specialist school in rural Staffordshire for pupils with autism, trauma, attachment, anxiety, and other complex needs.

We provide a nurturing, safe, and structured environment where pupils feel valued and experience a sense of belonging. Small groups, high staff ratios, and personalised programmes support social, emotional, and academic development.

Integrated clinical care and strong family partnerships empower every pupil to build confidence, independence, and the skills to thrive in lifeFor over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties.

As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people.

All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters mental health support and physical health checksFlexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: Health, wellbeing and insurance benefitsHundreds of UK and international discountsCycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment supportWe reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process.

All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .#1TPBN1_UKTJ

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