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  1. Agricultural contractor

    Agricultural contractors provide services to farmers, like crop planting and spraying, harvesting and animal management.

    Salary: Variable

    Found in: Animal care, Engineering and maintenance, Environment and land


  2. Agricultural inspector

    Agricultural inspectors make sure animal welfare and environmental standards are followed in farms and dairies.

    Salary: £23,000 to £40,000

    Found in: Animal care, Environment and land


  3. Animal care worker

    Animal care workers look after animals in kennels, rescue centres, pet shops and sanctuaries.

    Salary: £21,000 to £24,000

    Found in: Animal care, Retail and sales


  4. Animal technician

    Animal technicians look after animals in medical and scientific research laboratories.

    Salary: £17,000 to £28,000

    Found in: Animal care, Science and research


  5. Assistance dog trainer

    Assistance dog trainers and instructors train dogs that help people to maintain their independence, like guide dogs.

    Salary: £16,000 to £28,000

    Found in: Animal care


  6. Beekeeper

    Beekeepers manage colonies of honeybees kept in hives to produce honey, beeswax and royal jelly.

    Salary: Variable

    Found in: Animal care


  7. Biologist

    Biologists study living things, including people, animals and plants, along with the environments they live in.

    Salary: £24,000 to £40,000

    Found in: Animal care, Environment and land, Science and research


  8. Countryside ranger

    Countryside rangers look after green spaces, woodlands and animal habitats that are open to the public.

    Salary: £20,000 to £28,000

    Found in: Animal care, Environment and land


  9. Dog groomer

    Dog groomers keep dogs' hair in good condition and give their owners advice on fur care, grooming and diet.

    Salary: £13,500 to £20,000

    Found in: Animal care


  10. Dog handler

    Dog handlers work with specially trained dogs to help detect and prevent crime, find lost or missing people and protect property.

    Salary: £21,000 to £30,000

    Found in: Animal care, Emergency and uniform services, Government services


  11. Ecologist

    Ecologists study the relationship between plants, animals and the environment.

    Salary: £22,000 to £42,000

    Found in: Animal care, Environment and land, Science and research


  12. Farm worker

    Farm workers raise livestock and use machinery to plant and harvest crops.

    Salary: £18,000 to £25,000

    Found in: Animal care, Environment and land


  13. Farmer

    Farmers and farm managers grow crops and raise farm animals for food production.

    Salary: £24,000 to £50,000

    Found in: Animal care, Environment and land, Managerial


  14. Farrier

    Farriers make and fit horseshoes and care for horses' hooves.

    Salary: Variable

    Found in: Animal care, Engineering and maintenance


  15. Fish farmer

    Fish farmers breed and look after fish and shellfish in small teams.

    Salary: £18,000 to £35,000

    Found in: Animal care, Environment and land


  16. Gamekeeper

    Gamekeepers manage habitats and wildlife in upland and lowland areas used for shooting and fishing.

    Salary: £19,000 to £30,000

    Found in: Animal care, Environment and land


  17. Horse groom

    Horse grooms are responsible for the care, exercise and welfare of horses and ponies, and maintain the animals' stables and riding equipment.

    Salary: £16,000 to £28,000

    Found in: Animal care


  18. Horse riding instructor

    Horse riding instructors teach children and adults of all abilities, how to ride.

    Salary: £24,000 to £34,000

    Found in: Animal care, Sports and leisure


  19. Jockey

    Jockeys are licensed to ride racehorses in races for horse trainers and owners.

    Salary: Variable

    Found in: Animal care, Sports and leisure


  20. Kennel worker

    Kennel workers care for dogs and cats in kennels and catteries.

    Salary: £19,000 to £23,000

    Found in: Animal care



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