Join a thriving family-run free-range egg business
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Poultry Manager to join our growing free-range egg business based at Frilford, near Abingdon.
This is a varied and rewarding role offering the opportunity to become a key part of a respected family-run business with bird welfare at its heart. Based primarily at our Frilford site, you will also work closely with our wider team near Stow-on-the-Wold, supporting the management of our free-range laying flocks and helping maintain the high standards that our customers have come to expect.
Our eggs are supplied to pubs, restaurants, hotels, farm shops and delis across the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, London and beyond. We are passionate about producing high-quality free-range eggs, maintaining excellent welfare standards and continually improving the way we operate.
This is a hands-on position, but we are looking for someone who can take responsibility, use their initiative and become a trusted part of the management team. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for detail and be someone who notices things — whether that’s a change in bird behaviour, an issue within the poultry house, or an opportunity to improve the way we work.
Working alongside an experienced poultry assistant at Frilford and supporting the wider team in Stow-on-the-Wold, this role offers genuine variety and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility within a progressive and growing agricultural business.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily flock management and welfare monitoring
- Identifying potential health, welfare or management issues and reporting them promptly
- Monitoring flock performance and environmental conditions within the poultry houses
- Carrying out salmonella testing and supporting flock health programmes
- Supporting and maintaining Laid In Britain accreditation standards and wider farm assurance requirements
- Managing drinking water systems and routine poultry house checks
- Egg collection and quality monitoring
- Delivering eggs to local customers approximately three days per week
- Supporting the operation of our on-site honesty farm shop, including stock management and replenishment
- Maintaining accurate farm records and compliance documentation
- Assisting with general site upkeep and presentation
- Working closely with colleagues across both poultry sites to maintain consistently high standards
Join a thriving family-run free-range egg business
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Poultry Manager to join our growing free-range egg business based at Frilford, near Abingdon.
This is a varied and rewarding role offering the opportunity to become a key part of a respected family-run business with bird welfare at its heart. Based primarily at our Frilford site, you will also work closely with our wider team near Stow-on-the-Wold, supporting the management of our free-range laying flocks and helping maintain the high standards that our customers have come to expect.
Our eggs are supplied to pubs, restaurants, hotels, farm shops and delis across the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, London and beyond. We are passionate about producing high-quality free-range eggs, maintaining excellent welfare standards and continually improving the way we operate.
This is a hands-on position, but we are looking for someone who can take responsibility, use their initiative and become a trusted part of the management team. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for detail and be someone who notices things — whether that’s a change in bird behaviour, an issue within the poultry house, or an opportunity to improve the way we work.
Working alongside an experienced poultry assistant at Frilford and supporting the wider team in Stow-on-the-Wold, this role offers genuine variety and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility within a progressive and growing agricultural business.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily flock management and welfare monitoring
- Identifying potential health, welfare or management issues and reporting them promptly
- Monitoring flock performance and environmental conditions within the poultry houses
- Carrying out salmonella testing and supporting flock health programmes
- Supporting and maintaining Laid In Britain accreditation standards and wider farm assurance requirements
- Managing drinking water systems and routine poultry house checks
- Egg collection and quality monitoring
- Delivering eggs to local customers approximately three days per week
- Supporting the operation of our on-site honesty farm shop, including stock management and replenishment
- Maintaining accurate farm records and compliance documentation
- Assisting with general site upkeep and presentation
- Working closely with colleagues across both poultry sites to maintain consistently high standards
About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about poultry, takes pride in maintaining high standards and genuinely cares about bird welfare.
You will be practical, reliable and self-motivated, with the confidence to work independently and the judgement to know when to seek support from the wider team.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have previous poultry experience
- Have a genuine interest in agriculture and livestock production
- Hold a full UK driving licence
- Have excellent attention to detail
- Be observant and proactive, spotting potential issues before they become problems
- Be organised and capable of managing a varied workload
- Be confident taking responsibility and using their own initiative
- Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team
- Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- Take pride in maintaining high standards of animal welfare, biosecurity and site presentation
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £28,000–£42,000 depending on experience
- A varied and rewarding role with genuine responsibility
- Opportunity to work within a successful and growing family-run business
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Support from an experienced and dedicated team
- The chance to play a key role in producing high-quality free-range eggs for customers across the Cotswolds and beyond
- A friendly and supportive working environment where your contribution is valued
Working Hours
- 7:30am – 4:00pm
- Five days per week
- One in three weekends (with two weekends off in every three-week cycle)
If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, take ownership and develop your career within a progressive poultry business, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £28,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingston Bagpuize, Oxfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
