An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Herdsperson to join a family-run dairy and arable farm near Sevenoaks, Kent.
The herd comprises of 195 autumn block-calving cows, cubicle housed and TMR fed/grazed. We are looking for someone who takes pride in high standards of stockmanship, milk production and herd health. The herd is milked through a 20:20 parlour with feeding, Auto ID and shedding
The farm is situated about 3 miles from Sevenoaks; a large town with every facility and full range of amenities set in beautiful countryside. London is 30 minutes by train.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the dairy herd, working closely with the farm owners to maintain a productive, healthy, and efficient operation.
– Key responsibilities:
• Daily management and care of the dairy herd • Milking • Herd health monitoring and maintaining high welfare standards
-The role can develop with:
• Record keeping and data management • Responsibility for farm supplies and dairy consumables • Calf and youngstock care as required • General farm work and maintenance duties • Assisting with other farm operations when required
– We seek an enthusiastic person who has:
• Some dairy farming background and experience • A focus on stockmanship and attention to detail • Ability to work independently within a team • Positive attitude and strong work ethic • A desire for training with for example: foot trimming and artificial insemination if applicable
– We will offer:
• Competitive salary dependent on experience • Spacious, detached 2-bedroom cottage with central heating is provided on the farm • Every other weekend off rota (52 days) with a further 80 days off per contract year • Opportunity to work within a supportive family farming business
If you are passionate about dairy farming and would like to become part of a progressive and welcoming farming team, please contact James Picot on or .
No overseas applicants without a work visa
For a full list of our current vacancies please visit our website at
…