School Holiday Program Facilitator

School Holiday Program Facilitator at Sydney Zoo

Located in the heart of Western Sydney, Sydney Zoo strives to showcase a broad range of native and exotic animals using technology and advanced exhibit design, with a strong focus on animal welfare, conservation, and educating our visitors about animals and their habitats. Environmental and social awareness play a vital role in our message that highlights the indigenous culture and human influence on the environment.

The Position

This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of an exciting team at Sydney zoo in the role of our School Holiday Program Facilitator, utilising your skills in an area that you are genuinely passionate about. This role will commence as soon as possible.

The School Holiday Program Facilitator is responsible for delivering safe, engaging, conservation- and sustainability-focused holiday programs for
children aged 5–12 years. The role supports children’s learning through
hands on educational activities, nature play, zoo tours and experiences with a focus on animals found here at the zoo and conservation. You will maintain the highest standards of child safety
and visitor experience. 

 

This casual role requires work during school holiday periods and may include weekends and public holidays. The role involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions. 

Skills, Knowledge, and Relevant Experience

ESSENTIAL

• Sound experience working with children in education, childcare, vacation care, camps, recreation or a similar setting. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage groups of children safely and confidently. 
• Knowledge of, and commitment to, Child Safe Standards and safeguarding practices, with the ability to respond calmly and appropriately to incidents, illness and emergencies.
• Ability to connect with children of varying ages, abilities and support needs, and to engage a diverse group in hands-on learning.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain. 
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. 
• Passion for environment, wildlife and conservation.
  

DESIRABLE

• Experience delivering educational programs or working in a zoo, aquarium, wildlife park, museum or outdoor education setting.
• Knowledge of conservation and sustainability issues, and animal handling or wildlife interpretation experience. 
• Qualification or studies in Education, Teaching, Childcare, Environmental Education, Zoology, Animal Science or a related field.
  

Why should you join the Zoo Crew?

By joining the exciting Sydney Zoo Crew, you will not only be in close proximity to some of the most incredible animals native to Australia and across the world, but you will also join an amazing team of dedicated people! Our team are passionate, devoted, and heavily inspired by Sydney Zoo’s values and mission to deliver a world-class visitor experience that encourages the community to make a difference, and all with a smile!

We are very proud of our diverse team of staff that represent all the different backgrounds and cultures that call Western Sydney ‘home.’ We love the individuality across our team of people as much as we love the collection of animals we so proudly care for. Whether you are looking for your first job, wanting to jump back into the workforce, or simply need a stimulating change to shake up your career, we encourage you to take the next step and join in our vision to make a difference.

Sydney Zoo is committed to providing a positive workplace and fostering employee engagement and wellbeing. We know how important it is to recognise and thank our staff for making Sydney Zoo great and we do this by providing our team with free annual flu vaccinations, workplace massages, quarterly staff BBQs, training opportunities, access to Fitness Passport and fulfilling fundraising events, just to name a few! If you would like to become part of an amazing team that does all of this and so much more, then look no further… Sydney Zoo is for you!

Applications

Please apply directly via the Sydney Zoo Website Careers Page https://sydneyzoo.com/about/careers.

Applicants will be required to provide a current resume and a covering letter outlining your ability to meet the above selection requirements. Applications close at 9am Thursday 26th November 2026. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all Sydney Zoo positions.

Sydney Zoo is a fully COVID-19 vaccinated workplace. We will require proof of your double vaccination status prior to commencement. Please contact us for general enquiries, including if you have any queries regarding our policy or to obtain a copy of the Sydney Zoo Vaccination policy.

Sydney Zoo is a Child Safe Organisation. We require a valid NSW Working with Children Check (Paid Employment), or proof of application.

You can contact us with any questions by email careers@sydneyzoo.com or by phone to 7202 2560.

Sydney Zoo is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.