At a Glance
- Tasks: Get hands-on with animal care, milking, and farm maintenance.
- Company: Heanton Barton, a supportive farm dedicated to your growth.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, skills development, and potential for permanent position.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a dynamic team environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your agriculture career with practical experience and mentorship.
- Qualifications: Willingness to learn, physical fitness, and some farm knowledge preferred.
The predicted salary is between 15500 - 20000 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity for someone wishing to pursue a career in agriculture. Your main responsibilities include:
- Milking and assisting with general animal care
- Supporting with calving duties
- Participating in pasture and grazing management
- Carrying out general yard work
- Undertaking routine farm maintenance
- Performing other tasks as required to support the smooth running of the farm
What We Offer: We are committed to the growth and development of individuals who are passionate about a career in agriculture. For the right person, we offer opportunities for progression through ongoing training and skills development.
You must have:
- Willing to learn and ‘muck in’
- Punctual and ready to work
- Good planning and organisation skills
- Able to solve problems
- Takes the initiative
- Physical fitness
Entry requirements: The farm would prefer to have someone who has some farm knowledge/experience but not a deal breaker. You must have reliable transport.
Training to be provided:
- 1-2-1 teaching and observations; A training specialist will coach, teach, and support the apprentice at the farm on a one to one basis, visiting at regular and agreed intervals.
- Face to face teaching as a group; block delivery throughout the year with other apprentices in the area. The teaching location will be at a central point to those on the apprenticeship in the area.
- Tutorials; Apprentices will be offered regular 1-2-1 tutorial time remotely with their specialist trainer.
- E-learning; we provide an e-learning platform with work and activities for apprentices to complete.
Upon successful completion of your Level 2 General Farm Worker Apprenticeship there may be the opportunity for a permanent position and progression on to Level 3.
At a Glance:
- Working week: Hours of work: 40 per week on a Rota basis (Monday-Sunday between the hours of 6am-8pm)
- Duration: 12 Months
- Apprenticeship standard: General farm worker (Level 2)
General Farm Worker Apprenticeship Level 2 - Heanton Barton in Okehampton employer: Skern Training
Bishop Ramsey C Of E School is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive Christian learning community for both staff and students. With a strong emphasis on professional development, apprentices will receive comprehensive training and mentorship while working in a dynamic environment that values collaboration and innovation. Located in Ruislip, the school offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the educational journey of young people while gaining valuable experience in IT support.
