Apprentice Herdsperson

We pride ourselves on being a supportive and welcoming employer, with a strong level of staff retention. Many members of our team have remained with the business for a number of years and have developed long-term careers with us.

Working days will be discussed at interview. Hours are arranged on a rota, with two shift patterns: 3am to midday or 7am to 4pm. 40 hours a week1 year 6 monthsCommunication skills, Organisation skills, Logical, Team working, Patience, Physical fitness, The role is based on a working farm in a rural location, so reliable transport will be essential., Work will take place outdoors and in farm buildings in all weather conditions., Early starts, weekend work and some bank holiday working may be required due to the needs of the animals., The role is physically demanding and involves being on your feet, lifting, bending and carrying out repetitive tasks., You will work closely with cattle and must be confident around large animals., The farm environment can be noisy, muddy, wet and dusty, with strong smells., Duties may involve handling animal waste, bodily fluids and dealing with sick or injured animals., You will work around farm vehicles, equipment and machinery and must follow instructions and safety procedures carefully., Animal welfare comes first, so duties must be completed regardless of the weather or time of year., Appropriate protective clothing and equipment must be worn when required.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4/C)
• Maths (grade 4/C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Other requirements

• The role is based on a working farm in a rural location, so reliable transport will be essential.
• Work will take place outdoors and in farm buildings in all weather conditions.
• Early starts, weekend work and some bank holiday working may be required due to the needs of the animals.
• The role is physically demanding and involves being on your feet, lifting, bending and carrying out repetitive tasks.
• You will work closely with cattle and must be confident around large animals.
• The farm environment can be noisy, muddy, wet and dusty, with strong smells.
• Duties may involve handling animal waste, bodily fluids and dealing with sick or injured animals.
• You will work around farm vehicles, equipment and machinery and must follow instructions and safety procedures carefully.
• Animal welfare comes first, so duties must be completed regardless of the weather or time of year.
• Appropriate protective clothing and equipment must be worn when required.

English (grade 4/C), Maths (grade 4/C), Communication skills, Organisation skills, Logical, Team working, Patience, Physical fitness, The role is based on a working farm in a rural location, so reliable transport will be essential., Work will take place outdoors and in farm buildings in all weather conditions., Early starts, weekend work and some bank holiday working may be required due to the needs of the animals., The role is physically demanding and involves being on your feet, lifting, bending and carrying out repetitive tasks., You will work closely with cattle and must be confident around large animals., The farm environment can be noisy, muddy, wet and dusty, with strong smells., Duties may involve handling animal waste, bodily fluids and dealing with sick or injured animals., You will work around farm vehicles, equipment and machinery and must follow instructions and safety procedures carefully., Animal welfare comes first, so duties must be completed regardless of the weather or time of year., Appropriate protective clothing and equipment must be worn when required.

After this apprenticeship

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On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will have the opportunity to progress into a permanent, full-time position-as a qualified member of the team.