Chester Zoo is currently searching for someone to look after its lions, tigers and bears – and you can get your applications in the for role now.
If you’re after a change of career in 2021, it surely doesn’t get much better than this?
The UK’s leading charity zoo currently has a vacancy open for a Keeper to join the Carnivores team on a permanent basis, and according to the job description on the Chester Zoo website, this role “offers a fantastic opportunity to work with a wide variety of mammal species.”
Some of the species the successful candidate will be looking after include Sumatran tigers, Asiatic lions, giant otters, African painted dogs, and two species of bear.
As well as ensuring all animals are looked after and that visitors to the zoo have an inspirational day out, Chester Zoo’s team of “passionate, talented, enthusiastic and expert” people also do everything they can to prevent extinction and discover new conservation ideas.
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This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work with a wide variety of mammal species / Credit: Chester Zoo
The zoo is keen to hear from applicants who can “help us to achieve that” mission.
The job description on the Chester Zoo website also says the successful applicant for the Keeper – Carnivores role is going to need the following:
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A HND or degree level qualification in a zoological related science or equivalent experience
At least two years proven experience in the care and management of a variety of carnivore species in a zoo or safari park setting
Knowledge and experience in modern zoo animal husbandry
Outstanding observational skills with excellent attention to detail
Experience of working within strict ‘Safe Working Practices’
A full driving licence valid in the UK
Competency in the use of computers and basic software packages – including ZIMS software – would be advantageous for this role in order to “maintain accurate records”, the zoo said.
Chester Zoo’s team of “passionate, talented, enthusiastic and expert” people do everything they can to prevent extinction / Credit: Chester Zoo
The role is 40 hours per week, worked 10 days out of 14, including weekends and Bank Holidays as rostered.
The salary is £21,934.33 per annum, and there are also a range of “amazing” benefits.
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Think you’re up to the job? All you’ll need to do is provide your current CV and complete the application form highlighting your skills and experience including why you believe you should be considered for the role, before the closing date of Friday 20 August.
Data reveals Manchester hotel prices have ALREADY surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates
Emily Sergeant
Manchester hotel prices have apparently already surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates, some new data has revealed.
Of course, absolutely nothing is set in stone yet and we are still yet to receive any form of announcement.
But with rumours having been swirling for months now that Oasis will be touring again in 2027, and several videos shared on the band’s social media platforms this week also hinting at that, it’s been revealed that searches for ‘when are Oasis tickets going on sale?’ have soared by 5,000% in the last seven days alone.
After recent data has pointed towards soaring searches for tickets, the experts at SeatPick decided to analyse the average cost of accommodation in Manchester on the suspected concert nights in June 2027 to uncover if prices have surged along with the searches.
Data reveals that Manchester hotel prices have already surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates / Credit: The Manc Group | Simon Emmett (Press Picture)
And lo and behold, it appears that they have.
The ticketing platform has revealed that hotel prices have surged by up to 462% during Oasis’ rumoured concert nights in Manchester.
The rumoured weekend date of 19 and 20 June has experienced the most noticeable price surge – with a two-star hotel costing an average of £216 for just one overnight stay.
The data also reveals that the rumoured finale on the 27 June has just a £95 difference between two-star hotels (£200) and five-star hotels (£295).
“Our analysis uncovered an enormous markup for local accommodation on nights that Oasis is rumoured to perform in Manchester,” explained Gilad Zilberman, who is the CEO at ticket platform SeatPick.
“Being aware of these accommodation costs and additional expenses can help fans plan and avoid being caught off guard by inflated prices on concert nights.
“To find the best deals on hotels, concertgoers should scan budget chains in the city or look slightly outside of the centre in hotspots served by local bus routes or regional trains, such as Salford and Trafford.
“Booking early might also be beneficial for fans dedicated to seeing the band perform.
“You can opt for free cancellation options, in case rumoured dates change, or you’re no longer able to attend.”
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Aldi confirms ‘special’ 62-hour closure of all its 1,000+ stores across UK
Emily Sergeant
Aldi has announced that it’ll, once again, be closing the doors of all of its stores across the UK for 62 hours this year.
Christmas is always known to be one of the busiest periods of the year for the retail industry, and Boxing Day has a reputation for being the ultimate day for shopping deals and discounts in the UK – but this year, just like it has done on several years in the past, Aldi has made the decision to close all of its stores nationwide on this bank holiday.
The supermarket retailer says it wants to thank its colleagues ‘for all their hard work’ throughout the year by giving them some extra time to spend with their families.
This means that all Aldi stores will be closed on both 25 and 26 December.
That’s not all though, as stores will also be closed on New Year’s Day, and will reopen once again on Saturday 2 January 2027.
Aldi has announced a ‘special’ 62-hour closure of all its UK stores / Credit: Aldi UK
Opening hours at different Aldi stores across the UK will vary in the lead-up to Christmas, so it’s important to check the times for your local store, but the retailer has confirmed that most branches will be operating extended hours to ‘ensure customers can stock up ahead of the big day’
In the interim period between Christmas and New Year, stores will reopen as usual on Sunday 27 through to Wednesday 30 December, with reduced hours also likely on Sunday and New Year’s Eve.
Speaking on the decision to shut up shop for a full 62-hour period this festive season, Rachel Geary, who is the Communications Director at Aldi UK, said: “Christmas is a special time for our customers, but it is also one of the busiest periods of the year for our teams.
“Our colleagues work incredibly hard to ensure customers can pick up everything they need ahead of the big day.
“We never take that effort for granted. Closing our stores on Boxing Day is one way of saying thank you and giving colleagues a proper chance to rest, switch off and spend more time with the people closest to them.”
Emily Sergeant -
11th August 2021 
