Deputy Farm Park Manager

2 weeks ago

King's Lynn PE HT, United Kingdom Stow Estate Trust Full time £27,700 - £40,000 per year

Deputy Farm Park Manager & Head Shepherd

Are you passionate about and enjoy working with animals? Do you have leadership skills and a knack for managing daily operations? Are you outgoing and enjoy talking with public and visitors to create that special day for them? If so, join our friendly team at Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre.

Position: Deputy Farm Park Manager & Head Shepherd

Location: Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre, near Downham Market, PE34 3HT

Type: Full-time 43.75 hours per week, across 5 days, Sunday – Thursday incl. Extra paid hours will be needed at lambing and harvest.

About Us:

Church Farm is a Rare Breeds Farm Park open to the public seven days a week dedicated to providing an educational and enjoyable experience for families and School Groups alike. We pride ourselves on excellent animal care and creating a warm, welcoming environment for all.

Key Responsibilities:

  • As the head shepherd, you will be responsible for around 300 rare breed sheep kept on and around the Farm, to include daily checks, breeding schedules & lambing which happens live at the farm in front of the public
  • Assist the Livestock Manager with operational tasks, staff organisation and visitor engagement. Deputise for the Livestock Manager on their days off
  • Support staff and volunteers in general animal care and customer service
  • General care for all other farm animals to include horses, donkeys, cattle, goats, poultry & small animals, ensuring their health and wellbeing and performing routine animal husbandry tasks undertaken largely in public areas
  • Oversee all aspects of animal care & daily maintenance of their living environments

Requirements:

  • Time-served shepherding experience to include lambing, animal husbandry and understanding breeding plansProven. strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and ability to interact with visitors and groups
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, be physically fit and prepared to do regular manual handling
  • Must hold a clean driving licence & be able to drive a tractor & trailer
  • Ideally have telehandler, chainsaw & sprayer (PA1 & PA6) qualifications or be prepared to undertake the relevant training

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary from £27,700 pa depending on age & experience
  • 28 days holiday (which includes bank holidays)
  • Pension Scheme with Royal London
  • Supportive and friendly working team environment
  • Chance to work with a variety of animals and engage with visitors
  • Possibility of a rental house on the Estate

To Apply:

Please send your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience to Wendy Lemon via e-mail:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £27,700.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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