General Farm Worker Apprentice G Ireland
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a passion for farming to join us on the very busy farm. You will learn about all aspects of the business from livestock to straw merchandise to haulage. You will work towards the General Farm Worker Occupational Standard.
Closing date: today
Apprenticeship summary
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Weekly wage
£256.00
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm
Total hours per week: 40.00
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Expected duration
18 months
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Possible start date
30 May 2022
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Date posted
11 Jan 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC001807947
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Positions
1 available
Duties will include:
- General farm working covering all aspect of the business
- You will deal with the wellbeing and care of the livestock and sheep including the lambing and calving process
- Working on the arable side of the business and with the hay and straw enterprise, the work will be spread across our 4 farms
- Working with the livestock Haulage team to transport livestock and care whilst in transit
- This role will be varied and will duties will change according to the seasons
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Working as part of a team
- Multitasking skills
- Driving license is essential for this role
Personal qualities
- Common sense
- Can do attitude
- Keen to work and progress
- Punctual
- Enthusiastic
Desired qualifications
GCSE Grades 9-2 (A* to F) are essential for this role
**Driving license is essential for this role**
Future prospects
Full time employment with the business
Things to consider
This is a very busy farm, you will need to be physically fit and be prepared to be on your feet for most of the day.
You will be working outside in all weathers.
You need a driving license for this role
About the employer
George Ireland Livestock are a family run business based in Hazlerigg, Newcastle Upon Tyne.
We are farmers, cattle dealers, hay and straw merchants, agricultural contractors and Livestock hauliers.
We are a very busy farm and would welcome the addition of a general farmworker apprentice.
Employer
G Ireland
Address
Morley Hill Farm
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE13 7AP
Training
Training provider
EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by East Durham College
Contact
Hayley Clifton 01915188294 hayley.clifton@eastdurham.ac.uk
General Farm Worker evel 2 Occupational Standard
End point assessment
Award in Emergency First Aid at Work
Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides
Upskill of maths and English
Apprenticeship standard
General farm worker
Level 2 (GCSE)
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