Assistant Farm Manager

Cornwall College Group

Assistant Farm Manager

£38994

Cornwall College Group, Stoke-upon-Trent, City of Stoke-on-Trent

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 27 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to drive forward Duchy College's Home Farm operations, especially our flagship new dairy facility, Future Farm, which delivers teaching, research and knowledge transfer through the working farm.
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The Assistant Farm Manager will be instrumental in delivering our vision - working with industry, communities, academia and government - to provide learners with leading-edge knowledge and expertise in sustainable agriculture and land management.
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Supporting the Farm Director and curriculum team, this position requires a solid agricultural knowledge, experience of managing teams, an understanding of education and research, combined with a real can-do attitude and outlook.
-, The Cornwall College Group is committed to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of TCCG's mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively., Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco-friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.

We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff. We have generous annual leave schemes including a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles. We have flexible and supportive family friendly working practices with a range of contracts available including term time only options. We have a range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses. We offer a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme. Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.