WE ARE RECRUITING A PART-TIME GENERAL FARM HAND

Farrington’s is a family-run 400-acre arable farm in Somerset. We are heavily diversified with a farm shop, café, playbarn and outdoor play park as well as hosting popular seasonal events, including our well-known Pumpkin Festival.

Job overview

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking General Farm Hand to support daily operations on our agricultural property. This role involves a variety of tasks essential to maintaining the farm’s productivity and health. The successful candidate will play a vital part in ensuring the smooth running of farm activities, mainly supporting the Farm Manager day-to-day. This role is part time and hours will vary depending on the needs of the business, so flexibility is required.

Duties

• Conducting basic farm maintenance tasks such as fencing repairs, gate installation and landscape upkeep

• Supporting crop planting, harvesting and general horticultural activities as needed

• Assisting with potato handling, including sorting, grading, bagging and loading

• Chopping, splitting and moving firewood/logs as required

• Assisting with workshop tidiness and carrying out basic maintenance tasks

• Assisting with potato handling, including sorting, grading, bagging and loading

• Maintaining clean, safe and organised yard, storage and working areas

• Supporting general day-to-day farm operations as required

• Potentially supporting with the broader Farrington's business, for example, helping during seasonal events

  
  

Requirements

• Reliable, punctual and willing to work flexibly during busy seasonal periods

• Physically fit and able to carry out manual outdoor work in all weather conditions

• Comfortable with heavy lifting and practical tasks

• Ability to follow instructions and work safely

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills

• Full UK driving licence preferred but not essential

• Previous agricultural, construction, landscaping or outdoor manual work experience would be an advantage but is not essential

• Must be able to reliably commute to Ruett Lane, Farrington Gurney, BS39

What we offer

• A varied and practical outdoor role in a friendly farming environment

• Training and opportunities to develop agricultural skills

• Experience across a range of arable farm operations

• Opportunity for long-term work for the right candidate

• 29 days holiday pro rata inclusive of Bank Holidays

• Competitive pay, dependent on age (£12.95 for 21+)

• Discount at Farrington's Farm Shop, Cafe & Playbarn

To apply, please email andy@farringtons.co.uk with your CV & cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!