Dairy Herdsperson: Calf Rearing & Student Mentorship

Reaseheath; Nantwich; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

47 days annual leave including Bank &科

Generous pension scheme with 19.8%

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Pluxee reward scheme

Free on site gym membership

Onsite Starbucks & multiple cafes

Extras via local Cheshire benefits

Specialist equipment reflecting modern

Job summary

Reaseheath College is seeking a dedicated Dairy Herdsperson to lead calf rearing and manage day‑to‑day dairy herd duties on our 300‑head pedigree herd.This role focuses on calf rearing, herd health, and supporting both robotic and manual milking systems.

You will work with academic teams and students, maintaining high welfare standards and accurate records while contributing to ongoing farm innovation and education.

Qualifications

• Practical experience with dairy cattle care, milking and husbandry.
• Knowledge of herd health practices (AI, foot trimming, treatments).
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow protocols.
• Strong commitment to animal welfare and compliance with industry standards.
• Familiarity with modern dairy technology and student support.

Responsibilities

• Lead calf rearing and youngstock care with emphasis on health and growth.
• Manage calf feeding, weighing and health monitoring to protocol.
• Carry out routine herd treatments, AI, foot trimming, veterinary medicines.
• Support milk production across robotic and manual systems; maintain hygiene.
• Record herd and youngstock data; participate in weekly management discussions.

Skills

Dairy cattle care

Milking

Animal welfare

Record keeping

Teamwork

Health monitoring

Tools

GEA rapid exit parlour

Lely A5 robotic milker

Lely Vector feeding system

Job description

Reaseheath College is seeking a dedicated Dairy Herdsperson to lead calf rearing and manage day‑to‑day dairy herd duties on our 300‑head pedigree herd.This role focuses on calf rearing, herd health, and supporting both robotic and manual milking systems.

You will work with academic teams and students, maintaining high welfare standards and accurate records while contributing to ongoing farm innovation and education.