Shepherd
| Posting date: | 23 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 January 2026 |
| Location: | Kings Lynn, PE30 1NX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Spider Web Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SWR4702KLY |
Summary
Shepherd- A prestigious private rural estate is looking for a Shepherd to join their livestock team in this full-time, permanent position with live-in accommodation provided on site based in a beautiful countryside location north-east of Kings Lynn, Norfolk.
About them:
This is a unique opportunity to join a renowned rural estate, working within a team committed to sustainable and organic farming practices. The estate combines livestock and arable operations, with a strong focus on high animal welfare standards, biodiversity, and sustainable food production. You will become part of a skilled, supportive team, contributing to both the sheep and cattle enterprises while developing your expertise in livestock husbandry.
Fantastic company package include:
- Holiday: Enjoy 23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- Pension: Excellent non-contributory pension (8% during probation, rising to 15% upon successful completion)
- Accommodation: Housing provided
- Other Benefits: Flexible leave options to support life priorities, including parental pay and leave; wellbeing initiatives; discounts at estate shops and cafés; complimentary admission tickets for friends and family; plus, many more exclusive employee perks
About the role:
As a Shepherd, you will work predominantly with the estate's 1,000-strong breeding ewe flock, assisting with lambing, grazing management, and overall flock husbandry to meet the highest welfare standards. You will also support the cattle enterprise as required, contributing to the successful rearing and finishing of livestock. You will follow best practice in record keeping and health and safety procedures, ensuring smooth daily operations. Working hours for this role will be on a weekend rota, completing required hours during on-duty periods
Key Duties include:
- Assist with the management of the sheep enterprise, including lambing, rearing, finishing, and supporting cattle operations as required
- Ensure all livestock welfare standards are maintained to the highest level and adhere to health and safety policies
- Support grazing management of the flock across pasture and arable rotations
- Keep accurate and up-to-date records for all livestock operations
- Develop positive and professional relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative team environment
- Engage in continuous professional development to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
About You:
As a Shepherd, you will be a motivated, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual with a genuine passion for livestock. You will have a minimum of two years' experience working with sheep and be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Flexibility, organisation, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential, alongside good judgement and initiative. A full UK driving licence is required, and ownership of dogs is preferred.
Please Note: Candidates must be authorised to live and work in the UK
If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Shepherd position and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Additional keywords: Shepherd, Stockperson, Livestock Assistant, Sheep Husbandry, Sheep Farming, Organic Farming, Cattle Assistant, Stockperson Norfolk, Livestock Care, Rural Estate Careers, Farm Worker, Sheep Flock Management
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