Ducks Hill Farm is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Poultry Manager to join our growing free-range egg business and diversified family farm on the outskirts of London.
We are a third-generation family farm of 150 acres within the M25. Our family has farmed at Ducks Hill since 1960 but has recently developed a diverse livestock enterprise that includes free-range laying hens, ducks, broilers, pigs, and cattle. Our produce is sold through our on site vending machine and supplied to a range of local shops and restaurants.
This is an excellent opportunity to build your career within a progressive agricultural business while enjoying the benefits of living and working in a rural setting close to London. We operate modern poultry housing, equipment, and machinery, providing opportunities to develop a wide range of practical farming skills. All our poultry are within small mobile flocks and eggs are collected manually.
The Role
As Assistant Poultry Manager, you will play a key role in the day to day management of our poultry enterprise, ensuring high standards of bird welfare, production, and farm presentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitoring stock levels and replenishing the farm vending machine
- Egg collection, grading, sorting, and quality control
- Daily management and monitoring of laying hen and poultry flocks
- Identifying and responding to health, welfare, and performance issues within flocks
- Carrying out routine salmonella testing
- Managing poultry housing, including feeding, bedding, and seasonal movements
- Assisting with the relocation and cleaning of mobile poultry houses
- Delivering eggs and produce to local customers
- Maintaining accurate production and performance records
- Supervising, training, and supporting part-time poultry staff
- Assisting with farm maintenance and general husbandry tasks
- Supporting the farm's social media and customer engagement activities
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous experience working with laying poultry and different livestock
- A genuine interest in agriculture, sustainable farming, and regenerative farming practices
- Excellent attention to detail and a strong awareness of bird welfare
- The ability to work independently and use initiative
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Confidence managing, training, and motivating others
- A full UK driving licence
- Experience operating tractors and telehandlers (preferred)
Working Hours
- Typically 7:00am–4:30pm (flexibility available for the right candidate)
- Five days per week, Monday to Friday
- One working day every two weekends on a rota basis
Accommodation Package
Accommodation is available as part of the role and is valued at approximately £15,000 per year. Should accommodation not be required, the salary is negotiable.
The accommodation includes:
- One-bedroom converted park home
- Private terrace and garden
- Parking
- Council tax, water, and sewerage included
- Electricity excluded
Further details and photographs are available upon request.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £35,000–£42,000 per annum
- Accommodation package available
- 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays
- Workplace pension
- Complimentary eggs and discounted farm produce
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- The chance to join a growing, family-owned agricultural business with a strong focus on quality, welfare, and sustainability
Please note: We are unable to accept applications from candidates requiring visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering email to:
[email protected]
Pay: £35,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
