Livestock Unit Technician Apprentice

Duties to include but are not limited to:

Assist with daily care and welfare of a range of livestock – including feeding, bedding, checking health, and maintaining records Participate in milking routines and associated tasks such as parlour hygiene and milk recording Support lambing, calving, and pig and poultry management during relevant seasons Maintain high standards of biosecurity, cleanliness, and animal welfare across all enterprises Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment Work flexibly as part of a rota, including early mornings, evenings and weekends where required Contribute to a safe, inclusive and learning-focused farm environment

Training:

The apprenticeship is delivered from Bicton College, in the form of block weeks. The apprentice will spend their working time with the employer, and roughly every 6 weeks they will spend a full week at Bicton College. Accommodation is available on site. 

You will be working towards a Level 3 Livestock Unit Technician Apprenticeship Standard.

You will receive on and off-the-job training and support from an assessor and an Apprenticeship Advisor.

Training Outcome:

You may wish to continue your studies in Higher Education.

Employer Description:
Bicton College Farm is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Level 3 Livestock Technician Apprentice. Based on our working educational farm, this role combines hands-on practical experience across a variety of livestock enterprises with formal training delivered through the Level 3 Livestock Unit Technician apprenticeship programme. Working alongside experienced farm staff and supporting the education of future agricultural professionals, you will gain a broad and valuable skill set in livestock husbandry, health and welfare, and farm operations across dairy, beef, sheep, pigs and poultry. Our farm predominantly works on a low input grass based system.

Working Hours :
Shifts scheduled Sunday to Monday, to include early and late shifts as required. Start and Finish times to be confirmed and discussed during the application process.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness