Farm hand Work, Jobs in Reading, Brk (with Salaries)

Stable Groom & Farm Hand Temporary Position
Splendid Spa —Rickmansworth
- £31,650 - £36,750 a year
- Overtime
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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3d
Farm Shop Manager
Haddenham Garden Centre Ltd —Aylesbury
- £32,000 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Customer service
- Free parking
- Store discount
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8d
Marshwood Farm Technical Co-Ordinator Job Role
Marshwood Farm Ltd —Burnham
- £33,000 - £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Organisational skills
- In-person
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Assistant Farm Manager - Oxfordshire
Dyson Farming —East Ilsley
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- IT
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8d
Cleaner (part-time)
Bucklebury Farm Ltd —Reading
- £15 an hour
- Part-time
- Driving
- In-person
- Café
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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8d
Shop Floor Supervisor
Cobbs Farm Co —Hungerford
- £13.15 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Store discount
- Employee discount
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10d
ANIMAL FARM MANAGER, FULL TIME, PERMANENT
Wellington Estates —Reading
- 8 hour shift
- School
- Employee discount
7d
Customer Delivery Driver/Picker
apetito —Newbury
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Driving
- Employee discount
9d
Assistant Poultry Manager
Billy’s Free Range Woodland Eggs —Kingston Bagpuize
- £28,000 - £42,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- English
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Free parking
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5d
Farm Manager
University of Oxford —Oxford
- Weekend availability
- University
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
10d
Sprayer & Combine Operator - Oxfordshire
Dyson Farming —East Ilsley
- Full-time
- Driving
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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8d
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Agri-environmental Policy
University of Oxford —Oxford
- £39,424 - £47,779 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Travel
- Annual leave
Senior Social Care Worker
Choice Care Group —Fleet
- £13.40 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
Poultry Strategic Services Technician
Elanco —Hook
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Driving
- No degree

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Farm Shop Manager
Haddenham Garden Centre Ltd —Aylesbury
Strong commercial acumen with an understanding of KPI’s and how to drive these with a real emphasis on sales, waste and margins to strengthen the Farm Shop’s…
£32,000 - £35,000 a year
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Farm Shop Supervisor
The Three Daggers —Westbury
Use of the till to serve customers. Experience of retail work – preferably in a food environment and/or coffee shop/café. Barista/coffee: 1 year (required).
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Stable Groom & Farm Hand Temporary Position

Splendid Spa
Rickmansworth

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£31,650 - £36,750 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
On-site gym
Annual leave
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
GCSE
Maintenance

Full job description

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Stable Groom & Farm Hand to join our team in a temporary role supporting daily animal care and estate operations. This is a hands-on outdoor position involving the care of camelids (alpacas and llamas), horses, donkeys, and other farm livestock.

The role combines animal husbandry, equine yard duties, paddock maintenance, and occasional support with events and guest experiences. This is a hands-on, varied position for someone who thrives outdoors, enjoys working with animals, and takes pride in high standards of care and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

Animal & Farm Care

Feed and water a variety of animals including alpacas, llamas, sheep, goats, and cattle
Clean stables, pens, paddocks, and shelters to maintain hygienic, safe environments.
Monitor animal health and wellbeing, reporting any signs of illness, injury, or unusual behaviour.
Assist with basic veterinary treatments (worming, vaccinations, wound care).
Support with birthing (lambing, calving, foaling) and care of young animals.
Carry out daily health checks and maintain accurate digital/physical records of feeding, treatments, and routines.
Regular animal handling including halter training and walking with alpacas and llamas
Assist with general farm and estate maintenance (machinery, equipment, fencing, grounds).

Equine & Donkey Care

Daily feeding, mucking out, poo-picking, and yard duties to a high standard.
Grooming, bathing, clipping, and presentation of horses and donkeys.
Exercising horses through riding, groundwork, and carriage driving - if applicant is suitably experienced
Preparation and turnout for photoshoots, events, clinics, and guest riding/carriage experiences.
Liaise with vets, farriers, dentists, and chiropractors as needed.
Maintain tack, harnesses, and equipment in clean, safe condition.
Support junior staff development and assist with lesson horses and guided rides - if applicant is suitably experienced

General Responsibilities

Maintain high levels of animal welfare, empathy, and safety across all species.
Uphold strict hygiene standards in stables, barns, feed rooms, and outdoor areas.
Ensure equipment, vehicles, and facilities are kept clean, maintained, and ready for use.
Work flexibly, especially during the “in-residence season” (June–October), when events may run into evenings or weekends (overtime paid at enhanced rate).
Liaise with team members, providing effective daily handovers and feedback to management.
Assist in other departments as required.

Person Specification

Experience: Previous experience with a range of livestock and equines essential; confidence handling large and small animals.
Skills: Strong animal husbandry knowledge, equine handling, and basic veterinary skills; farm machinery and estate maintenance experience desirable.
Attributes: Reliable, proactive, physically fit, and happy to work outdoors in all weather. Eye for detail and pride in presentation.
Teamwork: Good communicator who can work independently or as part of a close-knit team.
Qualifications: Full UK driving licence required. Tractor/ATV, trailer, or HGV experience an advantage (training can be supported).

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience, with overtime and seasonal bonus opportunities.
28 days paid annual leave (pro rata) plus sick pay allowance.
Uniform and riding equipment provided.
Opportunity to work with rare breeds and a diverse range of animals in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Schedule

10 hour shift, 5 days per week including weekends. Rotational basis to allow 1 weekend off in 4.
1 hour paid lunch break

Work Location(s)

Out of season (October - May) our animals are located at our farm in Rickmansworth. This will be your main place of work
In high season (May-October) most of our animals are located in Windsor SL4 and they require the same structure of care at this location
Applicant must be able to reliably commute to both locations

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £31,650.00-£36,750.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking
On-site gym
On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

Rickmansworth WD3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Equine: 1 year (preferred)
Farm Livestock : 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

UK Driving License (required)
DBS Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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