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Assistant Herdsperson
Dairy Farm —Shrewsbury
- £26,000 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Medication administration
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Assistant Herdsperson

Dairy Farm
Shrewsbury

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Job details

Full-time
£26,000 - £35,000 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Company pension

Qualifications

Care record keeping
Medication administration
Clinical record keeping
Animal welfare
Facilities maintenance

Full job description

Job Title

Assistant Herdsperson

Reports To

Dairy Manager

Farm overview

The farm consists of 740 acres of land which supports 320 organic cows and 200 followers on an autumn block calving system with milk being sold to organic herd.

Job Purpose

To ensure the highest standards of animal welfare, and productivity by carrying out the day-to-day care of the herd while maintaining excellent hygiene, health, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor the health and welfare of the dairy herd daily.
Identify and treat sick or injured animals, reporting concerns promptly.
Detect cows in heat and assist with breeding programmes.
Carry out or assist with calving, including care of newborn calves.
Administer medicines in accordance with farm protocols and veterinary guidance.
Maintain accurate animal health and treatment records.
Carry out milking routines efficiently and consistently.
Maintain high standards of parlour hygiene and milk quality.
Monitor milk yields and identify cows with mastitis or other health issues.
Ensure all milking equipment is cleaned and operating correctly.
Assist with calf rearing and young stock management.
Operating Quad bike, loaders, and other farm machinery safely (where qualified).
Carry out routine maintenance and cleanliness of buildings, equipment, and livestock housing.

Skills and Experience

Previous experience working with dairy cattle.
Good stockmanship and a genuine passion for animal Health.
Ability to recognise health and fertility issues.
Good communication and teamwork.
Ability to work independently and use initiative.
Reliable, flexible, and willing to work weekends on a rota.

Essential Qualities

Positive attitude.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong work ethic.
Calm under pressure.
Commitment to maintaining high standards of animal welfare and farm presentation.

What we offer.

Competitive Salary depending on experience
4.5 working days over a 2-week rota (every other weekend) every Monday off and Friday morning.
Average 45 hour working week.
23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays days.
Workplace pension
Ongoing training and career development.
Modern facilities and a supportive working environment.
Fuel Allowance

Pay: £26,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking

Work Location: In person

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