Farm Manager
A unique opportunity for someone with a love farming & the outdoors.
Location: Thornton Hall Country ParkSalary: £35,000–£40,000 per annum (dependent upon experience)
About the Role
Thornton Hall Country Park is one of the UK’s leading family attractions, welcoming thousands of visitors every year to experience farm life, animals, education, and family entertainment.
From first adventures to life’s biggest celebrations, Thornton Hall Country Park has something for everyone. Discover farm attractions and soft play, spectacular live entertainment, beautiful wedding venues, quirky corporate events, places to stay and delicious fresh food - all in one inclusive, award-winning space…Welcome to Thornton Hall Country Park - Where Everyone Belongs.
We’re looking for an exceptional individual to lead our farm operation—someone who understands both animals and people.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You’ll be responsible for the welfare and management of our animals, leading a dedicated team, delivering educational experiences, improving systems and procedures, and helping shape the future direction of the farm.
You’ll spend time outdoors, working alongside your team, caring for animals, engaging with visitors, supporting school visits, and ensuring the highest standards across the park.
What We’re Looking For
We value a positive attitude, leadership, and passion as much as direct experience.
This role could be perfect for someone who…
- Grew up on a farm or comes from an agricultural family.
- Has experience with livestock and animal welfare.
- Has built a successful career in a commercial or management role.
- Is looking for a more fulfilling and meaningful career.
- Wants to combine leadership and management skills with a genuine passion for animals and farming.
- Has excellent communication and people skills, with a hands-on approach.
- Enjoys working with people as much as animals.
- Is looking for a role that offers purpose, variety, and a connection to the countryside.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading and developing the farm and animal care teams.
- Ensuring outstanding standards of animal welfare and husbandry.
- Supporting daily farm operations and getting involved when required.
- Delivering engaging visitor experiences and educational activities.
- Leading school groups, educational visits, and animal talks.
- Improving operational systems and working practices.
- Managing staffing, rotas, training, and team performance.
- Working closely with senior leadership to support the continued growth of the business.
More Than Just a Job!
This isn’t a typical Farm Manager position.
For the right person, this could be the chance to further or return to something you’ve always loved while bringing with you the skills you’ve developed throughout your career.
Please email: [email protected] to apply.
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Please expand on your farming experience
- Please list your reasons why you think this job is for you
Work Location: In person
