Apprentice Herdsperson
Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese · ULCEBY GRANGE, ALFORD, LINCS, LN13 0HE
- Salary
- £16,640 a year
- Level
- Level 3
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Closes
- 31 Oct 2026
- Training provider
- BISHOP BURTON COLLEGE
About the role
Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese is seeking an Apprentice Herdsperson to join their team. This role involves all aspects of dairy herd management, including milking, feeding, and caring for calves and youngstock. The apprentice will learn to monitor animal health and welfare, handle livestock safely, and maintain farm records. Key responsibilities include preparing feed and bedding, cleaning livestock housing, and supporting breeding and calving. The apprenticeship also requires adherence to farm biosecurity, hygiene, and health and safety procedures. This is a physically demanding role requiring early starts and weekend work. The apprentice will receive training at Bishop Burton College, with the opportunity for permanent employment upon successful completion.
Entry requirements
- GCSE English: 4/C (Essential)
- GCSE Maths: 4/C (Essential)
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Patience
- Physical fitness
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