Description

We are looking for an experienced herdsperson to join our family run dairy farm in the heart of East Devon.

The Farm:

We run a 240-cow Spring block herd on an extensively grazed system, with a high focus on grazed forage intakes

Calving starts in late February in a 12-week block, with the cows housed at night from November on sand and straw cubicles

Milking is done twice a day through a modern 20/40 swing-over parlour with ACRs, ADF and Auto-wash

We keep and rear all of our Aberdeen Angus beef calves on an extensively grazed system

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Herdsperson to assist with all aspects of the running of the herd including milking, herd health and grass management

We serve cows for 12 weeks using Sense-hub collars, with no bulls running with the herd -AI trained would be an advantage, but training can be provided

Seasonal work will include helping with silaging, slurry management and routine youngstock work

This is an excellent development opportunity for someone seeking a career in grass-based dairy farming

You:

You will be passionate about dairy farming and keen to progress and develop your skill base
You will have a positive attitude and be eager to learn and work within a team environment
You will hold a full UK driver's license

Benefits:

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50 – 55 per week

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Herdsperson - East Devon

W W Ackland & Son

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