Discover your future in animal care with The King’s Trust

Are you passionate about animals and curious about what it takes to work with them every day? This June, The King’s Trust is offering an exciting, hands-on opportunity you won’t want to miss: Get Started with Animal Care.

Delivered in partnership with Dartmoor Zoo, this unique programme is designed to give young people a real insight into the world of animal care—guided by experienced professionals working in the field.

What to expect:

Over the course of the programme, you’ll gain practical experience and industry knowledge that will bring you closer to a potential career working with animals. You’ll have the chance to:

• Learn about animal training

• Get up close while caring for reptiles and invertebrates

• Learn about enrichment making and enclosure design

• Gain fascinating insights into animal behaviour and research

This isn’t just a course—it’s your opportunity to step behind the scenes at Dartmoor Zoo and experience what a career in animal care could look like.

Key dates:

Make sure to mark your calendar:

• Taster date: 18 June 2026

• Course dates: 22 to 26 June 2026

• Express interest by: 8 June 2026

• Location: Dartmoor Zoo, Plymouth

Who can apply?

This opportunity is open to young people aged 16 to 30 who are not currently in full-time employment, education, or training.

If you’re ready to build new skills, boost your confidence, and explore a future in animal care, this could be the perfect next step.

✨ Spaces are limited—don’t miss your chance to get started!

Interested? Contact: hannah.ainsworth@kingstrust.org.uk or on 07484078892 by Monday 8 June 2026