We are looking for a Farm Hand to join our small team on Patchwork Farm, a therapeutic care farm that has been specially designed to allow the young people onsite a unique, hands on, multi-sensory experience with a number of different animals.
The main purpose of this new role is to participate in the daily husbandry and routines of the farm, alongside the Farm Manager and Farm Assistant.
We are looking for someone to work 10 hours split equally over the week, Monday to Friday. These hours will be worked flexibly, in agreement with the Farm Manager and will include at least 2 bank holidays per year.
Main duties:
* Preparing feed and water for the animals
* Cleaning, disinfecting and maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness
* Maintaining enclosures to ensure safety of all animals
* Daily record keeping and completion of all relevant animal paperwork
* Animal health checks
* Assist with the handling of animals for routine treatments, such as foot trimming and shearing
* Assist with the handling of animals for school sessions
* Attend to the exercise, socialising and grooming needs of the animals when needed
Why join us?
- Competitive rates of pay starting at £10.50 per hour
- Up to 7.5% employers contribution to pension
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Free DBS & update check
- Free access to Employee Assistance Programme which includes financial advice and a variety of perks (discount vouchers etc)
- Gym Pass
- Free on-site parking
- Cycle to work scheme
Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, skills, and stories to join our staff team and influence and develop our working practice. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and will invite for interview all candidates who meet the role criteria. Chailey Heritage Foundation are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.
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