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Herdsperson

Royal Veterinary College -
Potters Bar

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
11 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
On-site gym
Annual leave
Company pension

Qualifications

Full job description

RVC Farm

Location:

Boltons Farm (nr Potters Bar, Herts)

Salary:

Competitive Salary

Permanent / Full Time

Closing Date:

23.59 hours BST on Friday 03 July 2026

Reference:

PPS-0130-26

We are seeking an experienced herdsperson to take a key role in the day-to-day management of our dairy herd at Boltons Park Farm, the Royal Veterinary College’s working farm.

With herd expansion underway (100 120 cows) and new dairy facilities being built, this is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive system where you can make a real impact on herd performance.

Accommodation or allowance available (if applicable)
Opportunity to grow with an expanding herd
Work within a leading veterinary and agricultural institution

Your Role

You will play a key hands-on role, taking responsibility for the daily running and performance of the herd, working closely with the wider farm team.

Lead milking routine and maintain high parlour standards
Monitor herd health, fertility, and performance
Manage calving within a year-round system
Contribute to feeding and nutrition
Maintain accurate records (Uniform)
Be part of a leading teaching and research farm environment
You will be working 5 days per week plus 1 in 3 weekends

The Dairy You Will Be Working With

A well-managed, high-output Holstein Friesian herd:

Holstein Friesian | 10,000L average yield
180,000 SCC | 4.49% BF | 3.50% Protein
Arla Welfare Pro Contract
High health status, genomically tested replacements

Facilities & Investment

You will be working in a well-equipped and continually improving system:

Modern GEA 16/16 herringbone parlour
Loose housing prioritising cow comfort
New dairy housing under construction
Excellent forage and handling infrastructure

What You Bring

Solid experience in a dairy herdsperson role
Strong stockmanship and attention to detail
Confidence in milking, herd health, and fertility
Ability to work independently and take ownership
AI experience preferred

Additional skills welcomed: machinery, foot trimming, or mixed livestock experience

About the Farm

A diverse, mixed enterprise alongside the dairy:

600 sheep & 300 chickens
Horses & pigs

Benefits

We offer a generous reward package and benefits including:

Competitive and attractive pension package
Generous 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave
Hawkshead onsite café and restaurant
Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes included)
Cycle to work scheme
Free mini-bus service to and from Potters Bar station and Hawkshead Campus

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Graeme Webster –Farm Manager email: [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this vacancy.

We promote equality of opportunity and diversity within the workplace and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

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