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Farm Operations Technician / Skilled Stockperson

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Location: Bicton Campus
Salary: £32,000 to £35,000 per annum depending on experience

Terms & Conditions: Full Time (45 hours/52 weeks), Support Contract

Accommodation: Rentable Onsite accommodation available if required by separate tender
Closing Date: 29 July 2025

Interview Date: Role will remain open until position filled

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About the Role

We are seeking a skilled stockperson to join our dynamic and supportive college agriculture team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a diverse range of enterprises, including dairy, beef, sheep, pigs and poultry, while playing an active role in developing the next generation of agricultural professionals.

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This role offers the chance to work in a varied and rewarding environment where your skills will grow alongside our students. As Bicton College Farm enters an exciting new era — there’s never been a better time to be part of it.

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With investment into beef, sheep, pig, and poultry enterprises, and a stronger focus on sustainability and real-world learning, we are about creating outstanding opportunities for students and staff alike. Our farm is coming fully back in-house, embedding hands-on experience at the heart of education and shaping the future of the workforce.

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This is a unique moment to be part of something ambitious, innovative, and deeply connected to the land, education, environment and the industry.

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Join us as we grow the next generation of agricultural professionals.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the daily care, management, welfare of livestock and associated tasks across the range of enterprises.
• Duties will include milking, lambing & calving, calf rearing, feeding, health care and record keeping
• Support learners in developing practical skills and confidence in farm operations.
• Maintain high standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, and farm safety.
• Operate farm machinery to high standards and assist with general farm maintenance tasks and fieldwork.
• Work closely with a proactive, knowledgeable team committed to delivering an outstanding student experience.

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Skills & Experience

• Practical knowledge and experience with livestock, particularly dairy, is essential.
• Confident in carrying out fieldwork tasks such as grassland management, cultivation, and farm maintenance activities.
• Experience operating and maintaining farm machinery, including tractors, telehandlers, and cultivation equipment.
• Passion for education and supporting learners is highly valued.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and committed to continuous learning (training opportunities available and encouraged).
• Great communication and teamwork skills.

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Hours of work

45 hours per week on a rota basis.

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Benefits

We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer:

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• Generous annual leave schemes – 25 days per annum for teaching roles (pro-rata for part-time), plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.
• Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff. 
• Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
• A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
• Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme – discounts with major retailers.
• Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.

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How to apply

Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select ‘Apply Now’.

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Contact us

If you require further information please contact our Recruitment Team – recruitment@cornwall.ac.uk

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The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

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We are dedicated 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 our mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively.

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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.

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No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

Arboriculture and Horticulture Work Based Assessor

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Location: Bicton College

Salary: £33,000 per annum

Terms & Conditions: Full Time (37 hours per week/52 weeks per year), Support Contract

Closing Date: 20 July 2025

Interview Date: TBC

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About Us

As the largest further education and training provider in the region, we are proud to be the first-choice college for over 30,000 students last year. Ranking among the largest colleges in the UK, we operate across 10 campuses spanning Cornwall and Devon. Evolving from a network of community-based and specialist colleges, our offerings range from entry-level courses to master’s programmes, all with a distinct regional focus on the vibrant south-west community. Notably, our commitment to excellence has been recognised with an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ rating in 2025 and the prestigious TEF Silver accreditation in 2023.

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About the Role

Bicton College is based in East Devon, near Exeter, and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just two miles from the Jurassic Coast. The historic Georgian mansion, commercial farm, animal husbandry school, modern veterinary nursing building, world-class engineering and heavy plant machinery workshop, walled garden and arboretum are all set in over 200 hectares of historic parkland.

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If you are passionate about the land-based sector and committed to nurturing the next generation of skilled professionals, this might be the perfect role for you. We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Apprenticeship Assessor to join our award-winning team, supporting apprentices in Horticulture and Arboriculture.

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At Bicton college we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional training that meets the needs of both employers and learners. Following our Ofsted Outstanding achievement, we are expanding our team to support continued growth.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Support, coach and assess apprentices in their workplace, guiding them through their apprenticeship journey
• Conduct regular progress reviews and set clear, meaningful targets
• Ensure apprentices are developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to achieve their standard
• Provide high-quality feedback, maintain accurate records, and support timely achievement
• Work closely with employers and curriculum teams to deliver an outstanding experience

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Skills and Experience:

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• Industry experience in horticulture, landscaping, grounds maintenance, or arboriculture
• A relevant assessing qualification (e.g. TAQA, A1) or willingness to work towards one
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A passion for apprenticeships and a commitment to high standards
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (travel is essential)

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*Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for a full, detailed description of the responsibilities, skills, knowledge and experience required for this role.

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Benefits

We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer:

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• Generous annual leave schemes – 25 days per annum for management roles (pro-rata for part-time), plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.
• Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
• Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
• A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
• Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme – discounts with major retailers.
• Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.

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How to Apply

If you’d like to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking College and make a significant impact on the lives of students and the wider community, we want to hear from you.

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Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select ‘Apply Now’.

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Contact Us

For further information please contact our Recruitment Team – recruitment@cornwall.ac.uk

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The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

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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.

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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.

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No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.