2 x Farming Assistants

We are seeking 2 reliable and enthusiastic Farm Assistants to support the day-to-day operation of our secondary school farm. This role is primarily to provide cover during staff absences and to assist with farm duties during school holiday periods as required. Positions Available: 1 x Farm Assistant (Saturday Cover): 3 hours every Saturday  1 x Farm Assistant (Sunday Cover): 3 hours every Sunday Key Responsibilities: Assist with the daily care and feeding of farm animals. Monitor animal health and report any concerns promptly. Maintain clean and safe animal housing, paddocks, and farm facilities. Support routine farm maintenance, including fencing, grounds upkeep, and equipment care. Follow all health and safety procedures and animal welfare standards. Assist with farm activities and educational programmes when required. Provide reliable cover during staff absences and school holiday periods. Qualifications are not essential for this role, although it would be beneficial if applicants already have some relevant experience or background. Successful candidates will receive full mandatory training and will be trained specifically to carry out the duties required. However, please note that the training provided does not include an animal care qualification. Applicants should be confident and comfortable working with both small and large animals. The current animals on site include three alpacas, two sheep, three goats, guinea pigs, rabbits, and chickens. For this role, you will need to be confident taking on key holder duties as well as the associated responsibilities that come with working and managing the site independently when required. Tottington High School is committed to the continued professional development of all members of staff and the sustained successful performance of all its academies.  At THS we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence. We want to inspire our school community to believe they can achieve their high aspirations and will be successful in the future. We will accomplish this by: Working as a team and promoting inclusivity Striving for greatness everyday Being inspired to reach our goals All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position. At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role has the power

to transform a life. Whether you’re supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in

the classroom, or leading with vision, you will be part of something truly

meaningful. Our values — opportunity, integrity, community, and equity — guide everything we do. Our vision is “Opening doors to the world through the power of learning.” We bring this to life through our mission: working together to inspire communities where every school is valued, every voice matters, and every learner thrives. We are a dynamic and growing family of prima