General Farm Worker - Frome, Somerset - Competitive Salary - Accommodation + Career Progression

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Frome; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A large-scale, progressive calf rearing business near Frome seeks a dedicated General Farm Worker. This hands-on role focuses on animal husbandry, health monitoring, and hygiene upkeep, providing opportunities for career progression and professional development in a supportive environment with accommodation available.

Benefits

Accommodation available on site

Clear career progression opportunities

Supportive team-driven environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating a telehandler (essential).
• Livestock handling experience, ideally with calves or youngstock.
• Reliable, hardworking and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Daily feeding of calves.
• Monitoring calf health and administering treatments.
• Maintaining high hygiene standards in calf housing.

Skills

Livestock handling

Attention to detail

Tools

Telehandler

Job description

General Farm Worker
General Farm Worker - Frome, Somerset - Competitive Salary - Accommodation + Career Progression

The Job:
A large-scale, progressive calf rearing business is seeking a dedicated General Farm Worker to join its growing team based near Frome, Somerset. With over 2,500 calves on site, this is an exciting opportunity for someone with solid livestock experience, particularly in calf or youngstock care. The role involves hands-on animal husbandry, with a focus on health, hygiene, and performance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Daily feeding of calves
- Monitoring calf health and administering treatments where necessary
- Maintaining high hygiene standards in calf housing
- Recording animal data and assisting with routine weigh-ins
- Operating farm machinery, including daily use of a telehandler

The Company:
This is a fast-growing, specialist calf rearing business known for delivering high-quality youngstock and applying advanced livestock management systems. With a commitment to professional development and animal welfare, the business offers a strong, long-term opportunity for those seeking progression in the livestock sector. On-site accommodation and supportive team culture make this an ideal role for someone ready to develop their career further in a high-welfare, commercial setting.

The Candidate:
- Proven experience operating a telehandler (essential)
- Livestock handling experience, ideally with calves or youngstock
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to animal welfare
- Reliable, hardworking and proactive attitude
- Willingness to work flexible hours as required, including occasional weekends
- Able to work independently and as part of a team

The Package
- Competitive salary DOE
- Accommodation available on site
- Clear career progression and development opportunities
- Supportive, team-driven environment
- Role within a rapidly expanding agricultural enterprise

Please email your CV to Chris Brown, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [e-mail].

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