Apprentice Farms Administrator – Woodbridge
Starting in September 2026. We have a great opportunity for an Apprentice Farms Administrator to join our busy Farms Office based in Debach near Woodbridge. The position will report to the Farms Administration Manager, working alongside the Farms Administration Team to ensure our company and contract farms receive the best possible service.
Key responsibilities
* Central ordering for farms – including placing orders for feed, straw, etc., working with suppliers and checking confirmations.
* Downloading data from farm to ensure data is reported to manage flock records
* Complete purchase orders when placing orders, receipting purchase orders with correct pricing and dealing with invoices and queries sent over by accounts.
* Provide all information to technical department & customers on traces
* Provide info on placement & kill dates
* Regularly check emails, WhatsApp and take phone calls so all communication is actioned in a timely matter.
* Assist Farms Administration Manager when requested.
What we’re looking for
* A genuine interest in the daily operations of the behind the scenes running of agriculture
* Good organisation skills
* Basic computer IT skills
* Good communication skills
* Confident telephone manner
* Teamwork skills
* Reliability, motivation, and a willingness to learn
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths, and Science at grade 4/C or above (or working towards)
* A full UK driving licence or ability to get to the offices reliably
What we offer
* Full support and mentoring throughout your apprenticeship
* Paid time to attend college to complete your apprenticeship
* Hands-on day to day experience
* Opportunities for progression and further training upon completion
* Being part of a supportive, experienced team in a growing business
* Competitive apprenticeship salary
Company Benefits
* Private counselling support services
* Reduced cost staff shop
* Auto enrolment Pension available
* Staff and family events
* Monthly Employee Draw
* Long Service Awards
* Company Profit Related Bonus Scheme
Job Type: Starting in September 2026 – Fixed Term contract of 18 Months in line with the expected competition date of your apprenticeship. At this time there will be a review of your apprenticeship to see whether you will be offered a permanent position.
Hours per week: 40 hours per week
Working Times: Working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 17:00pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.
Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour
Interested: Please contact the HR department by email – hr@gressinghamfoods.co.uk to request an internal application form.
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