Herdsperson

We are seeking an experienced herdsperson to take a key role in the day-to-day management of our dairy herd at Boltons Park Farm, the Royal Veterinary College's working farm. With herd expansion underway (100

• 120 cows) and new dairy facilities being built, this is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive system where you can make a real impact on herd performance.
- Accommodation or allowance available (if applicable) - Opportunity to grow with an expanding herd - Work within a leading veterinary and agricultural institution Your Role: You will play a key hands-on role, taking responsibility for the daily running and performance of the herd, working closely with the wider farm team. - Lead milking routine and maintain high parlour standards - Monitor herd health, fertility, and performance - Manage calving within a year-round system - Contribute to feeding and nutrition - Maintain accurate records (Uniform) - Be part of a leading teaching and research farm environment - You will be working 5 days per week plus 1 in 3 weekends The Dairy You Will Be Working With: A well-managed, high-output Holstein Friesian herd

Solid experience in a dairy herdsperson role - Strong stockmanship and attention to detail - Confidence in milking, herd health, and fertility - Ability to work independently and take ownership - AI experience preferred Additional skills welcomed: machinery, foot trimming, or mixed livestock experience, Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

180,000 SCC | 4.49% BF | 3.50% Protein - Arla Welfare Pro Contract - High health status, genomically tested replacements Facilities & Investment: You will be working in a well-equipped and continually improving system: - Modern GEA 16/16 herringbone parlour - Loose housing prioritising cow comfort - New dairy housing under construction - Excellent forage and handling infrastructure What You Bring, We offer a generous reward package and benefits including: - Competitive and attractive pension package - Generous 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) - A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave - Hawkshead onsite café and restaurant - Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes included) - Cycle to work scheme - Free mini-bus service to and from Potters Bar station and Hawkshead Campus