Zoo Experience & Education Host at Chessington World of Adventures Resort

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Speaking, Guest Engagement, Animal Education, Teamwork, Communication, Initiative, Public Safety Monitoring, Animal Welfare Monitoring, Public Address System Operation, Teaching Children

Industry

Travel Arrangements

Description

What you'll bring to the team Location: Chessington World of Adventures Resort Leatherhead Road Chessington Surrey KT9 2NE Hours: Fixed term contract to 15th November 2026 COME & JOIN BRITAINS WILDEST ADVENTURE! Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, fun environment? Then we want YOU to be part of our team. Leave the everyday behind and unleash your imagination as you explore a career at Chessington World of Adventures Resort, Britain’s biggest wildlife theme park. Here at Chessington World of Adventures we are gearing up for our 2026 Season and we are looking for Zoo Education Hosts to join the team! As a zoo Education Host, you will deliver scheduled talks to our guests about our animals, as well as providing informal education through direct guest interaction, games and activities around the resort. The education team is also responsible to ensuring our guest facing areas are looking their best prior to opening each day to ensure a smooth and enjoyable guest experience, as well monitoring our animals for any welfare concerns and escalating this to the appropriate keeping team. If you’re keen to share your passion for animals, this could be the right role for you! Day to day this role will include: Ensure guests are engaged and enjoying educational interactions in zoo areas. Perform educational talks using a portable PA system to engage guests. Keep our zoo areas clean and tidy. Monitor zoo areas to ensure guest and animal safety. Assist the education officer with formal education activities when required. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of one of the UK’s most exciting attractions. Apply now to join our Team and make every day an adventure! Qualifications & Experience We need you to come with is the right positive attitude, enjoy working as part of a team, in a fast-paced environment, and be able to deliver jaw dropping fun to our Guests! 16+ Whilst we do not require any formal qualifications or experience for this role, the following would be desirable: People with a passion for animals and enjoy learning about them. Enjoyment in educating the public. Confidence in public speaking, especially with large crowds. Confidence in teaching children. Interest in animal conservation and education. A people person who is happy to engage with guests. Effective communicators. Strong initiative. Benefits A competitive hourly rate Access to Merlin benefits page with discounts on over 1000 fashion and electronic retailers, restaurants, and travel 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants 40% discount on Lego Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family, and friends to enjoy all our Merlin Attractions across the world Ongoing training and development opportunities Pay Range From GBP £8.00/Hr.

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering scheduled educational talks to guests about animals and providing informal education through direct interaction, games, and activities across the resort. Additionally, hosts are responsible for ensuring guest-facing zoo areas are clean and tidy before opening and monitoring animals for welfare concerns.