Are you an experienced Animal Technician looking to take the next step into a training-focused role? We are seeking a passionate and driven Animal Technician Trainer to support the development of staff and uphold the highest standards of animal welfare within a busy Biological Resource Facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with mentoring and training responsibilities, playing a key role in shaping best practice, driving compliance, and supporting continuous improvement. You’ll work within a highly regulated environment under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986, contributing to both operational excellence and the growth of others in the team.
Basic Requirements:
- GCSE (Grades A-C/9-4) in English, Mathematics and a Science subject or relevant experience Basic IT literacy.
- IAT Level 2 or equivalent experience particularly in relation to knowledge relating to biosecurity and facility design.
- Minimum 2 years experience of working in a Biological Resource Facility.
- Holds a Home Office Personal License (modules A and B) and has experience undertaking a variety of regulated procedures with minimum supervision.
- Experience in training and mentoring staff.
- Demonstrable knowledge of Home Office legislation and Animal (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 and experience working under this legislation.
- Ability to manage workload and priorities duties set by a supervisor.
- Ability to work to strict standard operating procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform Home Office licensed procedures and support the training of PIL holders as competency develops
- Maintain procedural and surgical equipment, ensuring cleanliness, organisation, and adequate stock levels
- Support onboarding and training of new staff, ensuring consistency with SOPs and welfare standards
- Deliver and coordinate training across the department to maintain high levels of competency
- Train facility users on working practices, compliance, record keeping, and use of specialist equipment (e.g. IVCs, isolators)
- Contribute to SOPs, policies, and continuous improvement of training programmes and procedures
- Support revalidation and competency assessments to ensure high standards are maintained
- Assist in managing training records and databases to track progress and compliance
- Provide support within surgical areas, including stock control and maintaining sterile environments
- Monitor animal health and welfare, ensuring high standards of care at all times
- Maintain strict hygiene and biosecurity standards across the facility
- Carry out routine checks and maintenance of equipment and environmental systems
- Support wider team activities and contribute to ongoing operational and training improvements
We are looking to recruit a Cage Wash Technician to join our team to provide a high level of care and hygiene to laboratory animals used in medical research. The successful candidate will provide a service to maintain the facility and selected areas. You will be responsible for helping with autoclaving of equipment, sterilisation, stock control and supplies.
Basic Requirements:
- 3 GCSE passes or equivalent including general literacy and numeracy
- Experience working with cleaning machinery (automated and not) and equipment is desirable
- Knowledge of the use of cleaning chemicals and sterilising instruments would be useful
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Practical experience working within a research environment is desirable but not essential
- Experience with health and safety standards and implementation are advantageous
- Comfortable working alone or within a larger team depending on the task
- Ability to organise/prioritise workload
- Follow and maintain a meticulous level of sterilisation protocols including the use of autoclaving equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- General cleaning, housekeeping and upkeep of the animal facility.
- Perform cleaning and sterilisation of animal cages and equipment by operating large washers, autoclaves and fumigation/decontamination chambers.
- Preparation of procedure rooms/operating theatres and sterilisation of equipment.
- Disposal of waste material, special waste and animal carcases, in a compliant and safe manner.
- Carry out basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and reports.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures and quality assurance purposes to ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and other relevant legislation.
Agenda Life Sciences, the largest provider of Animal Technicians within the life science sector, are working in collaboration with the University of Cambridge, best known for their pioneering work which has led to major improvements in people’s lives.
We are currently seeking a Junior Animal Technician. This position would ideally suit someone who has a passion for the welfare of animals whilst contributing to advancements in the research industry. This vacancy will provide an exceptional opportunity for someone wanting to develop in this field.
Basic Requirements
- Animal Care Qualification Level 2 or higher are desirable
- Minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent qualifications including maths, English and science are advantageous
- Practical experience caring for animals in a work or voluntary capacity, and a genuine interest in the care of animals is essential along with an eye for detail
- Ability to carry out routine tasks and procedures under instruction and organise own daily tasks£22,630£
- Ability to follow key animal care protocols to ensure the welfare of all animals within the research facility
- Have a versatile working attitude
Duties & Responsibilities
- Carry out daily welfare checks
- Provide adequate supplies of food, water, bedding and consumables for animals as required
- Ensure cages and enclosures are cleaned in accordance with the work instructions and maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness
- Provide animals with environmental enrichment
- Keep accurate records
- Be responsible for personal and colleagues Health and Safety by observing company and legislative guidelines and safe working practices.
Agenda and its clients only recruit people who are passionate about animal care and welfare, people with integrity who are honest and trustworthy and who have a great work ethic. To enable us to hire the very best people, we will conduct a comprehensive background and pre- employment screening, an essential part of Agenda’s recruitment process.
