Farm Administrator

Bishop Burton College; Bishop Burton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful Rural Campus

Local Government Pension Scheme

Up to 40 Days' Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

On-Site Catering Facilities

Employee Assistance Programme

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Bishop Burton College is seeking a highly organised Farm Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Farm Manager and wider farm team at Bishop Burton College.

You will process invoices, maintain financial records and assist with monthly reporting while helping manage livestock records and farm databases for audit-ready documentation. The role also supports Red Tractor compliance and health and safety records on a 300-hectare mixed farm.

Qualifications

• Experience of financial administration and invoice processing.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and maintain financial records.
• Assist with monthly reporting and audits.
• Manage livestock records and farm databases; ensure documentation is audit-ready.
• Support compliance with Red Tractor standards and health and safety records.
• Maintain staff training records and medicines log where applicable.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Invoice processing

Financial administration

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Part Time 15 Hours Per Week, Days and Times Negotiable at Interview

Full Time Equivalent £25,574, Actual Salary £10,368

We are looking for a highly organised and dependable Farm Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Farm Manager and wider farm team at Bishop Burton College.

You may currently be working in an administrative or finance role, processing invoices, maintaining accurate records and managing competing deadlines or you could already be working within a farm, agricultural business or rural organisation.

You will support the efficient running of the College Farm by processing invoices, maintaining financial records and assisting with monthly reporting. You will also help manage livestock records and movements, maintain farm databases and ensure documentation is accurate, accessible and ready for audits and inspections. Working closely with the farm team, you will support compliance with Red Tractor standards and help maintain records relating to medicines, feed, livestock treatments, health and safety, and staff training.

The successful candidate will have excellent administrative and organisational skills, a high level of accuracy and strong attention to detail. You will be confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook, and able to manage several tasks and deadlines. Experience of financial administration and invoice processing is essential, while experience within an agricultural, farming or rural environment would be an advantage.

At Bishop Burton College, you will join a welcoming and hardworking farm team based on our 300-hectare commercial mixed farm, which includes arable land, pigs, cattle and sheep. This is an excellent opportunity to use your administrative skills in a varied role while supporting a sustainable working farm that provides valuable practical learning opportunities for our students.

Bishop Burton College/Riseholme Collegepromote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.

• Beautiful Rural Campus – Enjoy working in a unique countryside environment with excellent facilities.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – A generous defined benefit pension with valuable employer contributions.
• Up to 40 Days' Leave – Including annual leave, bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata for part-time colleagues).
• Birthday Leave – Enjoy an extra day's paid leave to celebrate your birthday (from September 2026).
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and support a healthier, greener commute.
• Free On-Site Parking – No parking costs or long walks to work.
• On-Site Catering Facilities – A variety of cafés and dining options available across campus.
• Optional Health Cash Plan – Helping you claim back the cost of everyday healthcare.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Discounted On-Site Gym Membership – Stay active with reduced membership rates.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme – Dedicated initiatives to support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
• Career Development Opportunities – We invest in your future with training, qualifications and progression opportunities.
• Free Will Writing Service – Helping you plan ahead with confidence.
• Generous Sick Pay & Compassionate Leave – Providing peace of mind when life doesn't go to plan.
• Enhanced Maternity & Adoption Pay – Extra support for you and your growing family.
• Free Eye Tests for DSE Users – Helping you take care of your eye health.
• 15% Discount on East Yorkshire Buses – Save on your daily commute and leisure travel.

We're committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and able to thrive, making Bishop Burton College and Riseholme Collegea great place to build a rewarding career.

The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the UK's points-based immigration system.

If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at [e-mail] or telephone [phone].

Closing date: Tuesday 1st Setpember

Interview date: Tuesday 8th September

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. As this is a position of trust, the successful candidate will be required to disclose any criminal convictions and will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), barring (where applicable), reference, qualification and health checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The College is an equal opportunities employer.