Ref No. Job Reference No. - 32305
Assistant Herdsperson/General Farm Worker job in Dorset/Somerset Border
Dairy
UK
DT9
South West
Description

Family farm with a High Yielding Pedigree Holstein Herd of 130 Dairy Cows milked by 2 Lely Robots, recently awarded Master Breeder status for the second time by Holstein UK.

We are looking for someone capable to join our small friendly team to work along side us, with the day to day care of the dairy cows, with high attention to detail and animal welfare standards. This role also includes some General Farm Work and Basic tractor work.

Main responsibilities to include:

- Working along side us to mange the cows through the robots.

- Daily routine of cubicle care, yard work, scrapping out.

- Identifying sick/bulling cows

- Care of newly calved cows and newborn calves.

- Care of youngstock, including feeding/bedding, vaccinations etc.

- Daily routine maintenance of the robots.

- General farm work, including basic tractor work.

The right person must

- Be able to work in a team and independently

- Be reliable, responsible and use their own initiative.

- Maintain high standards of stockmanship and cleanliness

This role would be very rewarding for someone with a genuine interest in breeding good cows. We are a small supportive team with a good sense of humour. We are hoping to find someone who would like to settle with us.

For the right person this role could develop into a Herdsperson position with us, and we would facilitate any additional training this requires.

Job Length

Permanent

Dates

Start: 1/06/2026,
Finish: Not Specified

Pay

Depends on Qualifications/Experience

Hours

45 hours, with regular time off

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Accommodation
Accommodation

Yes

Accommodation Type

Family House

Accommodation Price

Nominal rent.

Other Accommodation Information

Three bedroom farm cottage on site, recently renovated.
We are right on the edge of the town of Sherborne, with access to all local amenities - schools, shops, Doctor's surgeries etc.

More Information
Distance from shops and amenities

0.5 mile

Smokers Accepted?

No

Driving Licence Required?

Full UK Driving Licence

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