General Farm Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship - Heanton Barton
| Posting date: | 08 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 July 2026 |
| Location: | EX20 3ET |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Skern Training and skills |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | 2 |
Summary
Main description
An excellent opportunity for someone wishing to pursue a career in agriculture.
Your main responsibilities include:
Milking and assisting with general animal care
Supporting with calving duties
Participating in pasture and grazing management
Carrying out general yard work
Undertaking routine farm maintenance
Performing other tasks as required to support the smooth running of the farm
What We Offer:
We are committed to the growth and development of individuals who are passionate about a career in agriculture. For the right person, we offer opportunities for progression through ongoing training and skills development.
We would prefer to have someone who has some farm knowledge/experience even just summer/weekend work
You must have:
A 'Can do' attitude
Willing to learn and ‘muck in’
Punctual and ready to work
Good Communication skills
Attention to detail
Good planning and organisation skills
Able to solve problems
Team working
Takes the initiative
Physical fitness
Entry requirements
The farm would prefer to have someone who has some farm knowledge/experience but not a deal breaker.
You must have reliable transport.
Skills required
Communication skills
Team working
Physical fitness
Patience
Training to be provided
1-2-1 teaching and observations; A training specialist will coach, teach, and support the apprentice at the farm on a one to one basis, visiting at regular and agreed intervals.
Face to face teaching as a group; block delivery throughout the year with other apprentices in the area.
The teaching location will be at a central point to those on the apprenticeship in the area.
Tutorials; Apprentices will be offered regular 1-2-1 tutorial time remotely with their specialist trainer.
E-learning; we provide an e learning platform with work and activities for apprentice’s to complete.
Future prospects
Upon successful completion of your Level 2 General Farm Worker Apprenticeship there may be the opportunity for a permanent position and progression on to Level 3
An excellent opportunity for someone wishing to pursue a career in agriculture.
Your main responsibilities include:
Milking and assisting with general animal care
Supporting with calving duties
Participating in pasture and grazing management
Carrying out general yard work
Undertaking routine farm maintenance
Performing other tasks as required to support the smooth running of the farm
What We Offer:
We are committed to the growth and development of individuals who are passionate about a career in agriculture. For the right person, we offer opportunities for progression through ongoing training and skills development.
We would prefer to have someone who has some farm knowledge/experience even just summer/weekend work
You must have:
A 'Can do' attitude
Willing to learn and ‘muck in’
Punctual and ready to work
Good Communication skills
Attention to detail
Good planning and organisation skills
Able to solve problems
Team working
Takes the initiative
Physical fitness
Entry requirements
The farm would prefer to have someone who has some farm knowledge/experience but not a deal breaker.
You must have reliable transport.
Skills required
Communication skills
Team working
Physical fitness
Patience
Training to be provided
1-2-1 teaching and observations; A training specialist will coach, teach, and support the apprentice at the farm on a one to one basis, visiting at regular and agreed intervals.
Face to face teaching as a group; block delivery throughout the year with other apprentices in the area.
The teaching location will be at a central point to those on the apprenticeship in the area.
Tutorials; Apprentices will be offered regular 1-2-1 tutorial time remotely with their specialist trainer.
E-learning; we provide an e learning platform with work and activities for apprentice’s to complete.
Future prospects
Upon successful completion of your Level 2 General Farm Worker Apprenticeship there may be the opportunity for a permanent position and progression on to Level 3