Please note that there are no animal-care related volunteer vacancies at present. However, if you would like to be considered for future vacancies, please feel free to submit an application form.

Be a "VC" - Would you like to become a member of our Volunteer Crew?

Can you give a minimum of 4 hours per week, every week?

Are you hardworking, dedicated and enthusiastic?

If this sounds like you, we currently have vacancies for volunteers.

We are currently looking for people with building experience to help construct and further improve existing enclosures.   

We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help us keep Tropical Wings one of the best attractions in Essex! Our standards are naturally very high so THIS IS NOT FOR THE FAINT-HEARTED! Volunteers may be asked to perform a variety of duties including; GARDENING, GENERAL MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, ANIMAL FEED PREPARATION, ANIMAL CARE.

The nature of our business means that reliability and dedication are essential, as is the ability to relate well to members of the public. Remember, you may come into contact with our visitors regularly and you will be expected to represent Tropical Wings in the same outstanding manner as all our staff, paid or otherwise.

In return you WILL have the satisfaction of being part of a fantastic organisation, and be working in one of the best environments there is. The rewards of working alongside a range of livestock from butterflies to parrots to wallabies can only be imagined!

If you think you could offer some of your time to us on a regular basis, same time, same day every week, please click on the link below for a printable application form. (Postal applications only please).

MINIMUM AGE 16 PLEASE

Please Note: Volunteer Crew places are highly regarded and in great demand. If your application has not been successful on this occasion your details may be kept on file for future reference, and in the meantime may we offer our sincere thanks for your interest and continued support.

PRINTABLE APPLICATION FORM