PART-TIME FARM Assistant (15 hours a Week)

Brackenfield Alpacas is looking for a practical, dependable Farm Assistant to help with the day-to-day care of our alpacas and running of the farm.

This is a hands-on farm role. Much of the work is physical, repetitive and outdoors in all weather. It includes feeding, poo picking, pushing loaded wheelbarrows, paddock maintenance and routine animal husbandry. Applicants must be able to work safely on uneven and muddy ground and sustain physical work throughout the working day.

The role also includes:

• Maintaining animal and stock records
• Ordering feed and supplies
• Following and updating written procedures
• Assisting with alpaca treks and visitors
• Posting appropriate content on social media
• Supporting young adults undertaking work experience

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, punctual and willing to get stuck in
• Comfortable carrying out routine, dirty and physically demanding work
• Able to follow instructions and work independently
• Sensible, polite and professional with colleagues and the public
• A competent reader and writer with basic computer skills
• Comfortable working with large animals

Previous farm or large-animal experience is desirable but not essential. Full training will be provided.

The initial working days are Monday and Tuesday, from 8:00am to 4:30pm. Some flexibility may occasionally be required by prior agreement.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a paid two-day practical assessment, working alongside the farm team and carrying out the normal duties of the role.

To apply, please send your CV and a short covering email explaining your relevant experience and why this role suits you by emailing hello@brackenfieldalpacas.co.uk.