Apprentice Stockperson

Work alongside the Head Stockperson supporting daily farm operations. Duties include feeding and bedding livestock, health checks, feeder replenishment, calving support, vaccinations, foot trimming, weighing and maintaining passports. Gain hands-on experience within a beef and arable farming environment.

What you'll do

• Work alongside the Head Stockperson supporting daily livestock duties
• Feed and bed livestock to maintain high welfare standards
• Carry out routine health checks and monitor animal condition
• Replenish feeders and manage feeding routines
• Assist with calving, vaccinations and foot trimming
• Record livestock data including passports and weights

Training

• Apprentices typically spend 4 days in the workplace gaining hands-on experience, alongside 1 day in college to support their learning
• The college day will be delivered at the Bishop Burton Campus

After the apprenticeship

• Opportunity to progress onto the next level apprenticeship and secure full-time employment
• Build experience from the ground up with clear progression into more senior and potentially management roles

Skills

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Logical
• Initiative
• Physical fitness
• Good practical awareness
• Flexible approach to work
• Positive attitude
• Reliable and punctual

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 4/C)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 4/C)

Things to consider

• Full UK driving licence required due to rural location
• Weekend work may be required depending on the season
• Longer hours expected during busy/peak periods
• A physically demanding role requiring hands-on work
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Fast-paced, high-pressure environment at times
• Opportunities for progression are earned through hard work and commitment
• Positive attitude, resilience and a good sense of humour are important
• Willingness to learn from experienced staff and take on feedback
• Fork lift licence desirable

Benefits

• Holiday entitlement and sick pay
• Workplace pension (for employees aged 22+, details to be discussed at interview)

About the employer

H R Bourn & Sons is a family-run farming business based near Market Rasen, Lincolnshire. The business operates a mixed system of arable farming and beef production, combining modern machinery with hands-on livestock management.

With a strong reputation in the agricultural sector, they offer a supportive environment where apprentices can gain practical experience and develop key skills across a range of farming activities.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Livestock unit technician (level 3), Agriculture, environmental and animal care
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: BISHOP BURTON COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 39 hours a week. Working week: To be discussed at Interview. Flexibility required during peak seasons, including early starts on a rota. Standard hours: Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 4.30pm.
• Start date: 1 December 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,224 a year