Assistant Farm Manager - Taunton, Somerset - £31,000 + £600/month Housing Allowance

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated Assistant Farm Manager near Taunton. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of bird welfare and production efficiency while supporting day-to-day farm operations. Previous poultry experience is essential. The role offers a competitive salary of £31,000 per annum and a £600 monthly housing allowance, along with growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

£600 monthly housing allowance

On-the-job training

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Previous poultry experience essential, preferably in breeder or broiler operations.
• Good understanding of biosecurity and husbandry practices.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the farm.
• Oversee bird welfare and environmental control systems.
• Maintain biosecurity and health & safety standards.

Skills

Poultry experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Record-keeping

Flexibility to work weekends

Job description

Assistant Farm Manager

Assistant Farm Manager -Taunton, Somerset -£31,000 + £600/month Housing Allowance

We are recruiting for a dedicated and proactive Assistant Farm Manager to support the daily operations of our modern poultry enterprise based near Taunton. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring high standards of bird welfare, biosecurity, and production efficiency across all aspects of farm management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous poultry experience—preferably within breeder operations, though strong broiler experience will also be considered—to develop their career within a well established and forward-thinking farming business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Farm Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the farm
• Oversee bird welfare, feeding and environmental control systems
• Maintain high standards of biosecurity and health & safety at all times
• Assist with egg collection, grading and record keeping
• Monitor bird performance and assist with vaccination and flock management routines
• Ensure compliance with farm assurance and company standards
• Supervise and support farm staff where required
• Liaise with vets, nutritionists and external contractors
• Contribute to continuous improvement in production efficiency and flock performance

The Candidate

• Previous poultry experience essential (breeder or broiler background)
• Good understanding of poultry welfare, biosecurity, and husbandry practices
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team
• Strong attention to detail and record‑keeping accuracy
• Full UK driving licence required
• Flexibility to work weekends and respond to livestock needs as required

The Package

• Competitive salary of £31,000 per annum DOE
• £600 monthly housing allowance
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression
• On‑the‑job training and development in poultry management

Please email your CV to Conor Atay, Recruitment Delivery Consultant, [e-mail].