The Pig Unit Assistant at Sparsholt College helps run a high-welfare, commercial-standard pig enterprise. Key duties involve daily stock husbandry, maintaining biosecurity, and supervising students during practical demonstrations. This dual-focused role balances modern farming practices with teaching the next generation of agricultural professionals. Core Responsibilities: 1. Pig Husbandry

Execute daily stock tasks including feeding, breeding, farrowing, health monitoring, weighing, and sorting.
Maintain rigorous biosecurity and hygiene standards across all accommodation areas.
Ensure farm assurance standards and strict environmental regulations are consistently met.
Assist in ordering feed, managing stock levels, and undertaking essential estate/facility maintenance (e.g., fencing, housing repairs)., Supervise, mentor, and guide Agriculture and Animal Management students during practical on-farm duties and demonstrations.
Collaborate with academic staff to deliver experiential learning linked to the curriculum.
Act as a role model, adhering to professional standards and strict health and safety protocols while students are on the unit.
Assist with recording of physical and financial data related to the operation of our farm business
Provide wider support across the College Farm as required, including relief duties for other livestock (e.g., dairy, sheep) or machinery operations.

Experience: Hands-on experience working on a commercial pig unit would be advantageous, with a solid understanding of modern, high-welfare pig production.
Education/Qualifications: Ideally Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Agriculture, Animal Management, or a related land-based subject.
Training: Ideally have relevant training / hold qualifications in Telehandler, Tractor, PA1/PA6
Communication Skills: Ability to instruct and inspire college students
Health and Safety: must maintain and follow safety and safeguarding standards at all times, and demonstrate excellent levels of Animal Welfare.
General: Must hold a full UK driving license, have a proactive and adaptable approach to work and be flexible to participate in our rota-based farm hours

If you're passionate about farming, and have the qualifications and experience that we're looking for, we want to hear from you! Apply now and make a lasting impact!
Eligibility to join the NEST Pension Scheme
Free on-site parking
Occupational Sick Pay & Maternity Pay schemes
Flexible Working Policy
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Free on-campus gym at Sparsholt Campus
Opportunity to purchase Sparsholt-grown produce: plants, fresh fruit & veg, fish, and game
Discounted hair treatments at the Andover campus salon

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