Derby College Group (DCG) are looking for a Farm Curriculum Support Assistant (CSA) to support daily farm operations and ensure efficient and productive farming practices at our Broomfield Hall campus. If you would like to visit the site and meet the team before applying, please reach out to hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk. The Opportunity As a Farm CSA, you'll play a vital role in caring for livestock, maintaining farm equipment, and ensuring the smooth operation of our farm. This dynamic, hands-on position involves a variety of tasks, from caring for farm animals to record-keeping and supporting farm-related research. You'll contribute significantly to the farm's success and efficiency. For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click ., We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process. If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk. Safeguarding statement DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you require visa sponsorship Please note that unfortunately, this role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the for further information. Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Previous candidates need not apply.

You'll have experience in farming, with proven knowledge of crop cultivation, livestock management, and farm machinery. You'll have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and handle manual labour tasks. This role involves physically demanding work with varying hours based on seasonal activities. You'll enjoy hands-on agricultural work and will be eager to contribute to farm productivity and sustainability and possess strong teamwork and communication skills. For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please click .

• Salary of £23,557 per annum
• 34 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.5% employer contribution
• Discount at our Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors - free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuous development and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme