Job Description

To apply: Please use our online application forms located on our vacancies page.www.monkey-forest.com/vacancies

How would you like to work on the historic Trentham Estate in the only place in the UK you can walk amongst free-roaming Barbary macaque monkeys?

We are looking for confident, friendly, customer focused 'Park Guides' to join our exceptional team.

The detail...

You will work in close proximity to the 140 wild-living Barbary macaque monkeys, helping to monitor their welfare by ensuring our guests are closely following the park rules. Confidence in your public speaking ability is a must as you will deliver feeding talks to large excited audiences.

So, if you're a brilliant team player with a love of primates and nature, keen to help us maintain our exceptional level of customer service, we want to hear from you.

All training will be given on site.

Working on a rota basis, you will work roughly 30 hours/week during school holidays and 6-14 hours during weekends in term-times.

What are the benefits of working at Monkey Forest?

All training given on site*
Work on a beautiful Estate in a fun leisure environment*
Free entry to the park whilst part of the team*
2 free tickets each month to share with family and friends*
Big staff discount on all cafe food and drink*
Shop discount*
All uniform provided*

All positions are seasonal up until the start of November. You will need to be available to work weekends, school holidays and bank holidays.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 9.10-12.30 per hour

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 10/06/2025