Senior Stockperson or Assistant Farm Manager
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 to £38,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Oxfordshire, South East England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Roadhogs Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Oxfordshire |
Summary
We’re recruiting for a Senior Stockperson or Assistant Farm Manager for a farm in Oxfordshire, OX17.
Our client is looking to employ a capable, welfare-driven Senior Stockperson or Assistant Farm Manager to join a small, dedicated team on a 350-sow nucleus unit. This role is well-suited to someone confident in livestock care and farrowing who enjoys responsibility and takes pride in improving standards and efficiency across the unit.
Key Responsibilities
Support the manager with the day-to-day running of the unit
Lead the farrowing department, ensuring high welfare, safety, and productivity
Organise and support staff in all aspects of pig husbandry
Maintain accurate and detailed data recording across departments
Assist with updating working practices, vaccination protocols and farm procedures
Provide training, guidance and clear communication to team members
Conduct thorough site inductions for new starters and visitors
Act as deputy in the manager’s absence, overseeing admin, livestock sales and smooth operation of the unit
Contribute to ongoing improvements in safety, efficiency and welfare standards
Carry out general maintenance tasks as required
About You
Strong experience in pig husbandry; farrowing experience is highly advantageous
Capable of leading areas of the unit and supporting staff when required
Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping
Confident with documentation and comfortable using digital tools (e.g., Excel)
Good literacy, communication, and organisational skills
Able to work independently or as part of a small, close-knit team
Practical or maintenance skills are beneficial
Committed to always maintaining high welfare standards
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 DOE
Plus:
30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
Enhanced company pension scheme
Death in service insurance
24/7 health and wellbeing support
Access to a discount platform
Eligibility for a Share Save scheme
On-site house available for the right candidate
For further details, please call Roadhogs Recruitment Ltd.
All applications are handled in strict confidence, and our applicant service is provided free of charge.
Currently, we can only accept applications from UK or EU nationals with the right to work in the UK.
Our client is looking to employ a capable, welfare-driven Senior Stockperson or Assistant Farm Manager to join a small, dedicated team on a 350-sow nucleus unit. This role is well-suited to someone confident in livestock care and farrowing who enjoys responsibility and takes pride in improving standards and efficiency across the unit.
Key Responsibilities
Support the manager with the day-to-day running of the unit
Lead the farrowing department, ensuring high welfare, safety, and productivity
Organise and support staff in all aspects of pig husbandry
Maintain accurate and detailed data recording across departments
Assist with updating working practices, vaccination protocols and farm procedures
Provide training, guidance and clear communication to team members
Conduct thorough site inductions for new starters and visitors
Act as deputy in the manager’s absence, overseeing admin, livestock sales and smooth operation of the unit
Contribute to ongoing improvements in safety, efficiency and welfare standards
Carry out general maintenance tasks as required
About You
Strong experience in pig husbandry; farrowing experience is highly advantageous
Capable of leading areas of the unit and supporting staff when required
Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping
Confident with documentation and comfortable using digital tools (e.g., Excel)
Good literacy, communication, and organisational skills
Able to work independently or as part of a small, close-knit team
Practical or maintenance skills are beneficial
Committed to always maintaining high welfare standards
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 DOE
Plus:
30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
Enhanced company pension scheme
Death in service insurance
24/7 health and wellbeing support
Access to a discount platform
Eligibility for a Share Save scheme
On-site house available for the right candidate
For further details, please call Roadhogs Recruitment Ltd.
All applications are handled in strict confidence, and our applicant service is provided free of charge.
Currently, we can only accept applications from UK or EU nationals with the right to work in the UK.