Farm Manager
Agricultural and Farming Jobs · Bury St Edmunds, England ·
Job Description Farm Operations Manager (Care Farm) This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
Are you an experienced farm professional with strong people management skills? Do you have experience supporting young people, vulnerable adults or individuals with additional needs? Are you looking for a hands-on leadership role combining farming with genuine social impact? Location of the Job: Suffolk countrysideSalary and
Benefits Package
£35,000 £40,000 per annum, dependent on experiencePermanent, full-time position 40 hours per weekPredominantly Monday to Friday working, with occasional weekend flexibilityCompany pension scheme21 days annual leave plus bank holidaysOngoing training and professional developmentAdditional Information: Outdoor working environment across livestock, horticultural and community areasOpportunity to lead a small, dedicated teamEnhanced DBS/barred-list check requiredAbout the Organisation: Our client operates a well-established care farm providing purposeful agricultural and horticultural activities for adults and young people with additional needs.
The farm combines practical farming with a strong social purpose, helping individuals develop confidence, independence, skills and wellbeing. Farm Operations Manager The Job Role Details: As Farm Operations Manager, you will lead the day-to-day running of the farm, overseeing livestock, animal care, horticulture and seasonal activities.
You will manage a small team of staff and volunteers while working directly with adults and young people with additional needs, creating a safe, productive and supportive environment where individuals can develop through meaningful farm-based activities. Farm Operations Manager
Key Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day farm, livestock and horticultural operationsMaintain high standards of animal welfare and site managementPlan and deliver seasonal farm and horticultural activitiesLead, motivate and support staff and volunteersSupport adults and young people with additional needs through meaningful farm workEnsure health, safety, safeguarding and risk management standards are maintainedMaintain appropriate records and documentationWork collaboratively with colleagues, families and support professionalsFarm Operations Manager Ideal Person Skills &
Qualifications
You will have/be: Strong practical farming, horticultural or smallholding experienceProven team leadership and people management experienceExperience supporting young people, vulnerable adults or individuals with additional needsGood knowledge of animal husbandry, livestock and/or horticultureA compassionate, patient and person-centred approachStrong organisational and communication skillsKnowledge of health, safety and safeguardingRelevant agricultural, horticultural, social care or teaching qualifications would be advantageousA flexible, practical and hands-on approachHow to Apply: Please click on the apply now button.
As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, all applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role. The Industry (Key Word s): Farm Operations Manager, Farm Manager, Care Farm, Livestock, Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Social Farming, Additional Needs, V ulnerable Adults, Young People, Safeguarding, Leadership, Rural Jobs, Suffolk Jobs.
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