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Dairy Farm Calving & Transition Manager
Witcombe Farm Partners —Martock
- From £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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Crockway Farms —Priddy
- From £30,000 a year
- Overtime
- English
- Referral programme
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Sales Assistant
Jollyes Pets —Yeovil
- £8.43 - £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
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Office Administrator & Rehoming Advisor
St Giles Welfare —Taunton
- £13 - £15 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Administrative experience
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Dairy Farm Worker
Briars Farm —Glastonbury
- £80 - £150 a day
- Part-time
- In-person
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Herdsperson
Newley Farm —Taunton
- £30,000 - £45,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Driving
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
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Heifer Rearing Unit Assistant
AJ & RG Barber Ltd —Shepton Mallet
- £10.85 - £13.01 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Driving
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Assistant Herdsperson / Milker
R Lucas and Son —Taunton
- £10.85 - £13.01 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
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Brue Valley Farms —Glastonbury
- Full-time
- Driving
- In-person
- AI
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Animal Care Technician - Bank
Bath College —Radstock
- £25,877.80 a year
- English
- Driving
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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Lead Youngstock Rearer– Taunton
Newley Farm —Taunton
- £30,000 - £40,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Driving
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
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Lecturer in Livestock
Coastland College —Dorchester
- £31,363 a year
- Full-time

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Crockway Farms —Priddy
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Dairy Farm Calving & Transition Manager

Witcombe Farm Partners
Martock

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £35,000 a year

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Nutrition
Animal welfare

Full job description

Calving & Transition Manager

Job Title: Calving & Transition Manager
Location: Martock, Somerset
Salary: £35,000+ depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Calving & Transition Manager to oversee the management of our transition cows and calving operations at our modern high welfare 1300 cow dairy. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering excellent animal welfare, smooth cow transition through the dry and fresh periods, and strong calf health outcomes.

Working closely with the herd management team, vets, and nutritionists, the successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining herd performance, reducing transition-related health issues, and ensuring high standards across the calving unit.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all transition cow and calving shed operations.
Monitor dry cows, close-up cows, and freshly calved cows to ensure optimum health and welfare.
Manage and assist with calvings, including difficult calvings where required.
Ensure excellent newborn calf management, including colostrum protocols and early-life care.
Monitor transition cow performance including ketosis, milk fever, mastitis, retained cleansings, and fertility.
Work alongside vets and nutritionists to implement herd health and transition plans.
Maintain accurate health, treatment, and calving records.
Ensure high standards of hygiene, bedding, and biosecurity.
Train and supervise staff working within the calving and transition areas.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in cow comfort, welfare, and productivity.
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About You

Previous dairy farming experience with knowledge of calving and transition cow management.
Good understanding of animal health, welfare, and dairy herd performance.
Practical, organised, and proactive approach.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
Good communication and record-keeping abilities.
Willingness to work flexible hours during busy periods.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

Agricultural, dairy, or animal science qualification.
Experience using herd management software.
Knowledge of transition nutrition and herd health planning.

What We Offer

Competitive salary package
Accommodation available
Training and development opportunities
Supportive and progressive farming environment
Opportunity to contribute to herd performance and animal welfare improvements

How to Apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to Hayley Cobden at, [email protected]

Pay: From £35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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