Assistant farm manager apprenticeship Level 4-East Midlands

We are now looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Level 4 Assistant Farm Manager Apprentice.

What you'll do at work

You will work as part of a small team and with initial training, be able to plan your own day. You will need to be proactive with problems as they arise. This is a great opportunity to experience all of the tasks involved in running a mixed farm, from formulating a beef ration, driving a combine (Training can be provided, but a tractor licence is desired), buying livestock to generating an annual budget. You can continue your career in agriculture with us, full-time position will be available upon successful completion of apprenticeship for the right candidate. Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience on the following tasks:

Daily care for 200 head of cattle. Daily care for our small flock of sheep. Maintain accurate Livestock records. Maintain accurate field records including spraying and fertiliser records. Implement and promote regenerative farming techniques. Primary and secondary cultivations. Drilling, Fertiliser Spreading and Spraying. Combining and corn carting. Muck Carting and Bale Carting. Mowing. Fencing. Pressure washing buildings, vehicles and equipment. Machinery and equipment maintenance and diagnostics.

What duties will you be responsible for in this role?

Maintaining the Red Tractor standards of livestock welfare. Adhere to highest standards of health, safety and environment, following all industry procedures, including maintaining bio-security standards and cleaning schedules. Ensure the farm yard and all vehicles and equipment are clean and tidy at all times. Cover the Farm Manager during periods of annual leave. Understanding leadership and problem-solving skills. Ability to learn to oversee farm performance and meet key targets. A hands-on approach to farm operations and team management.

What will you bring to the role?

Proven experience in mixed farming would be an advantage. A level 3 in Agriculture would be an advantage. A 'Can do' attitude · Willing to learn and ‘muck in’ with a flexible approach. Punctual and ready to work. Good Communication skills. Attention to detail. Good planning and organisation skills. Able to solve problems. Team working. Takes the initiative. Physical fitness.

Training:

1-2-1 teaching and mentoring.

A training specialist will provide 1-2-1 mentoring and coaching  through online reviews and occasional planned visits to the workplace.

A training specialist will coach, teach, and support the apprentice online.

Face-to-face teaching as a group (Online delivery).

The programme will be delivered online monthly, led by an experienced team with input from industry experts. There will also be optional monthly drop-in sessions for support.

Tutorials.

Apprentices will be offered regular 1-2-1 tutorial time remotely with their specialist trainer.

E-learning.

We provide an e-learning platform with work and activities for apprentices to complete.

Training Outcome:

Full-time position will be available upon successful completion of apprenticeship for the right candidate.

Employer Description:
A family run farm in the Lutterworth Area of the East Midlands.

Working Hours :
Monday-Sunday, times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Creative,Patience,Physical fitness