Learning & Discovery Officer - Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Job Posted: 7 August 2025

• Contract Term: Fixed Term
• Location: Sandown, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Part time
• Salary: NMW
• Industries: Charity / Voluntary Education

The Wildheart Trust is a young charity currently in a period of exciting change. We have big goals for the future, and some incredible ground-breaking projects underway. Our Learning & Discovery Team is at the forefront of this change, and we are excited now to be able to recruit a Learning & Discovery Officer to join our team! 

We are looking for an energetic, personable, outgoing and creative team of staff to help support our current learning and discovery team by hosting educational visits, workshops and provisions as part of the departments diverse offering. This post would best suit an applicant looking for part time hours.

This role will affirm the work of the Wildheart Trust by offering providing an education experience our 2025/26 cohort of schools and groups. Above all they need to be personable and approachable ensuring a good day out is had by all. You must have exemplary communication skills and the ability to interact and engage with visitors of all ages. The right candidates will need a sound knowledge of animals, conservation and the natural world. 

In return we can offer you an exceptionally varied, unique role within newly formed team.  As part of your package, you will enjoy employee discounts and free sanctuary admission for your household whilst working with us. Alongside this we have various Island business discounts, including ferry travel and leisure memberships. Parking for staff is free and we provide uniform. 

Please note that we often receive a high volume of applicants for our vacancies. If you do not hear from the recruiting officer within two weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion.