Animal care

• Agricultural contractor

  Agricultural contractors provide specialised, seasonal or temporary services to farmers.

• Agricultural inspector

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

• Animal care worker

  Animal care assistant

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

• Animal technician

  Animal technologist

  Animal technicians look after animals in research laboratories.

• Assistance dog trainer

  Dog training and behaviour adviser

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

• Beekeeper

  Apiarist, apiculturist

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

• Biologist

  Biologists study living things, like animals and plants.

• Countryside ranger

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

• Dog groomer

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

• Dog handler

  Police dog handler

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

• Ecologist

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

• Farm worker

  Farm labourer

  Farm workers raise livestock and plant and harvest crops, using agricultural machinery.

• Farmer

  Farm manager

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

• Farrier

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

• Fish farmer

  Aquaculturist

  Fish farmers work in small teams to breed and rear fish and shellfish, and harvest them for market.

• Fishing boat deckhand

  Fishing vessel deckhand

  Deckhands clear the decks, prepare and maintain equipment and handle the catch on offshore fishing vessels.

• Gamekeeper

  Gamekeepers manage countryside areas used for shooting and fishing.

• Horse groom

  Stable hand, racing groom, equine groom

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

• Horse riding instructor

  Horse riding coach

  Horse riding instructors teach people of different ages, riding ability and experience how to ride.

• Kennel worker

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

• Ornithologist

  Ecologist, Conservationist

  Ornithologists study the behaviour, ecology, classification and conservation of birds and their habitats.

• Pet shop assistant

  Pet shop assistants serve customers and look after animals in pet shops.

• RSPCA inspector

  Animal welfare inspector

  RSPCA inspectors investigate complaints about animal cruelty, rescue animals and give advice to animal owners.

• Racehorse trainer

  Horse racing trainer, equine trainer

  Racehorse trainers run racing stables, manage staff, look after horses' training and welfare, and prepare them for races.

• Riding holiday leader

  Pony trekking guide

  Riding holiday leaders take individuals and groups out on treks.

• Vet

  Veterinary surgeon, veterinarian

  Vets diagnose and treat sick or injured animals.

• Veterinary nurse

  Veterinary nurses support vets by caring for sick and injured animals.

• Veterinary physiotherapist

  Animal physiotherapist

  Veterinary physiotherapists work with injured animals, or animals with movement problems, to help reduce pain and improve their health.

• Zookeeper

  Keeper, animal keeper

  Zookeepers look after animals in zoos, safari parks and aquariums.

• Zoologist

  Zoologists study animals and their behaviour.