Overview
Working on a family run farm in the Lutterworth Area of the East Midlands. This is a great opportunity to experience all of the tasks involved in running a mixed farm, from formulating a beef ration and driving a combine to buying livestock and generating an annual budget. A full-time position will be available on successful completion of apprenticeship for the right candidate.
What you'll do at work
You will work as part of a small team and, with initial training, be able to plan your own day. You will need to be proactive with problems as they arise. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience on a mixed farm with tasks including:
* Daily care for 200 head of cattle.
* Daily care for our small flock of sheep.
* Maintain accurate Livestock records.
* Maintain accurate field records including spraying and fertiliser records.
* Implement and promote regenerative farming techniques.
* Primary and secondary cultivations.
* Drilling, Fertiliser Spreading and Spraying.
* Combining and corn carting.
* Muck Carting and Bale Carting.
* Mowing.
* Fencing.
* Pressure washing buildings, vehicles and equipment.
* Machinery and equipment maintenance and diagnostics.
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience on the tasks above.
Responsibilities
* Maintaining the Red Tractor standards of livestock welfare.
* Adhere to the highest standards of health, safety and environment, following industry procedures, including bio-security and cleaning schedules.
* Keep the farm yard and all vehicles and equipment clean and tidy at all times.
* Cover the Farm Manager during periods of annual leave.
* Understand leadership and problem-solving skills.
* Learn to oversee farm performance and meet key targets.
* Take a hands-on approach to farm operations and team management.
What will you bring to the role?
* Proven experience in mixed farming.
* A Level 3 in Agriculture would be an advantage.
* A proactive “can do” attitude and willingness to learn and muck in.
* Punctual and ready to work.
* Good communication, attention to detail, planning and organisation skills.
* Ability to solve problems and work well in a team; takes initiative.
* Physical fitness.
Entry requirements
* Maths and English Grade 4 would be desirable but not necessary.
* A Level 3 in Agriculture would be an advantage.
* Must hold a full driving license.
* Tractor/Telehandling license would be desirable.
Training and delivery
* Training to be provided with 1-2-1 teaching and mentoring.
* A training specialist will provide 1-2-1 mentoring and coaching online, with occasional planned visits to the workplace.
* Face-to-face teaching as a group (online delivery).
* The programme will be delivered online monthly, led by an experienced team with input from industry experts, with optional monthly drop-in sessions for support.
* Regular 1-2-1 tutorials remotely with the specialist trainer.
* E-learning platform with work and activities for apprentices to complete.
Things to consider
* Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00–17:00 (with unpaid breaks daily: 2 x 15 min and 1 x 30 min); Sat–Sun 8:00–12:00 on a rota basis.
* Busy periods (July–October): 8:00–22:00 on a rota basis.
* Minimum 40 hours per week.
* Pay Rate: £10 per hour.
Future prospects
Full-time position will be available on successful completion of the apprenticeship for the right candidate.
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