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General Farm Worker

Contract Type: Casual

Closing Date: 05 April 2026

Salary: Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)

Specific Hours: casual / flexible hours available

General Farm Worker

Casual / Flexible hours available 

Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience) 

 

About the Role

We are looking for a General Farm Worker to support our busy farm team during a particularly demanding period. This is a great opportunity for someone with practical farm experience who is looking for flexible work with an immediate start.

Duties may include:

  • Supporting with general farm tasks (livestock, grassland and arable work)

  • Maintaining fences, gates, walls and boundaries

  • Assisting with machinery and equipment maintenance

  • Supporting the wider farm team during peak periods

  • Working safely and following all health and safety procedures

 

About You 

  • Previous experience in a farming or agricultural environment

  • Practical skills (e.g. fencing, machinery use, general maintenance)

  • A strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team

  • Full UK driving licence (tractor/ATV experience desirable)

  • Relevant tickets (e.g. PA1/PA2/PA6) advantageous but not essential

 

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

  • Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
  • Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
  • Employee Discounts Scheme
  • Onsite fitness facilities
  • Support for continuous professional development
  • Flexible working opportunities available

 

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.  A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.

 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.  All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. 

 

For an informal chat or to express your interest, please contact: 

Dan Evans - Farm Director

07827 924849

dan.evans@hartpury.ac.uk

 

We are reviewing applications on a regular basis - early interest is encouraged. 

 

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

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