Volunteers are an essential part of our Zoo, providing invaluable support to our permanent teams.
Whether assisting with animal care, education services, grounds maintenance or community outreach, our incredible volunteers help make a real difference every day.
Our Volunteer Scheme is open to anyone over the age of 18 who has a passion for animals and conservation. Each year, more than 50 volunteers generously give their time to help us care for our animals, maintain our beautiful grounds and create a fantastic experience for our guests. Their dedication plays a vital role in helping us achieve our mission and ensuring the Zoo remains a special place for all.
Volunteer Roles Available
Want to join an incredible team and help us make a difference in the world of conservation? Then apply today!
There’s all sorts of roles here at the Zoo from Zookeepers to Office staff and Maintenance.
Could you be the next person to join our fantastic team? Keep up to date with any new positions by watching this space….
Who can Volunteer?
The Volunteer Scheme is open to everyone over 18, with no maximum age.
Volunteers come from diverse backgrounds, including:
Are you a potential Volunteer?
Are you:
- Able to commit to a 1/2 day or one full day a week? (Animal keeping department)
- Able to commit to a minimum 12 months volunteering? (Animal keeping department)
- Happy to volunteer in all weathers?
- Reliable, enthusiastic and friendly?
- Passionate about Zoos?
If you answered yes to all of the above, read on below to discover how to begin your Welsh Mountain Zoo volunteer journey!
What do Volunteers do?
Volunteer roles include:
- Gardens & Grounds: Help maintain the Zoo’s beautiful grounds.
- Education: Assist with informal educational programmes.
- Animal Walk-throughs: Guide visitors through animal exhibits.
- Animal Keeping: Care for the animals that guests come to see.
- Marketing: Support content creation for promotional materials.
When can I Volunteer?
Active volunteers typically aim to complete a minimum of the following every month:
- Gardening Department: half day
- Education Department: half day
- Animal Walk throughs: half day
- Animal Keeping Department: 1 full day (between 8am-5pm, ideally able to commit to a minimum of 12 months volunteering)
- Marketing Department: half day
This can be arranged around your schedule, subject to availability.
Ideally, we would encourage a minimum commitment of 4 months (12 month for animal keeping department).
Why are Volunteers Important?
Volunteering provides a wonderful opportunity to give back to the zoo while making a positive difference in the lives of our animals and guests. It allows you to gain new skills, boost your confidence and enhance your CV, which can improve your employment prospects. Additionally, volunteering offers a chance to socialise and connect with the community, creating lasting relationships and shared experiences.
How can I sign up to Volunteer at the Welsh Mountain Zoo?
Interested in volunteering with us? Then complete the Volunteer Expression of Interest by clicking the button below, or contact our HR Manager on HR@welshmountainzoo.org.
Having difficulty with the button below? Fill in the form here – Volunteer Expression of Interest Form