Herdsperson - Cheshire - £40,000


Company:	Agricultural Recruitment Specialists
Salary:	£30,000 to £40,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cheshire, CH
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	2 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

Herdsperson

The Job

We are recruiting on behalf of a well established family run dairy farm in Cheshire who are looking for an experienced Herdsperson to join their existing team. The successful candidate will join an established team and take an active role in the day-to-day management of the herd. This is a hands on position suited to someone who enjoys working with cows and wants to take genuine responsibility within a progressive dairy business.

Key responsibilities:

- Day to day care and management of the dairy herd

- Milking and general livestock husbandry

- Monitoring cow health, fertility and performance

- Working with herd data and maintaining accurate records

- Supporting foot trimming, fertility work and routine herd health

- Heat detection and monitoring of cows

- Calf and youngstock work when required

- Supporting the grazing system and day-to-day movement of stock

- Identifying health issues and taking appropriate action

- Working closely with the Farm Owner and existing team

- Maintaining high standards of animal welfare, hygiene and biosecurity

- General farm duties as required

The Company:

This is a well run, commercial dairy unit operating a grazing-based system, with a strong focus on herd health, fertility, data and overall cow performance. The farm operates a block calving system, with calving taking place through the summer, and the role will suit someone who is comfortable working around seasonal peaks in workload. There is currently an established team on farm, and the successful candidate will be expected to work as part of the team while also being able to use their own initiative and take responsibility for the herd.

The Candidate

- Previous experience working within a commercial dairy herd

- Strong practical livestock and milking skills

- Good knowledge of cow health, fertility and heat detection

- Experience with herd records and data

- Confidence carrying out routine treatments and herd health tasks

- A good understanding of grazing-based dairy systems

- The ability to work independently and as part of a small team

- A genuine passion for dairy farming and animal welfare

- A reliable and proactive approach to their work

- Good communication skills

This would suit someone looking for a long term position where they can become an important part of the farming team and have genuine responsibility within the herd.

The Package

- Salary £30,000-£40,000 DOE

- Approximately 50 hours per week

- Established and experienced farm team

- Progressive grazing-based dairy system

- Opportunity to take genuine responsibility within the herd

- Long-term opportunity with a well established farming business

Please email your CV to Charlotte Powell, Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant, CPowell@agriRS.co.uk.

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.

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About Agricultural Recruitment Specialists

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is a market-leading, specialist recruitment partner connecting top talent with leading organisations across the agriculture, farming, food and fresh produce, horticulture, environmental, and rural sectors.

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With deep industry knowledge and an extensive global network, we are uniquely positioned to connect high-calibre professionals with forward-thinking organisations. Our consultative approach ensures we deliver not just candidates, but long-term value.

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