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General Farmworker Apprentice

Glyn Bennett, Glyn Colin Bennett, Mrs Julie Bennett · Market Drayton · posted 29 June 2026

Wage
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
General farm worker (level 2)
Starts
17 August 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

  • Milking 
  • Tractor driving
  • Calf rearing
  • Maintaining Farm infrastructure 
  • Health and Welfare checks
  • Maintaining good Hygiene and Heath & safety on farm.  

Your training

  • Reaseheath Training will be the apprenticeship provider for this Level 2 Apprenticeship
  • Gain a Level 2 in general farmworker
  • Progress onto Level 3 in livestock technician
  • 12 to 18 months depending on previous experience (1 day per week)
  • Award in Emergency First Aid at Work, which is a minimum of 1-day course (Ofqual regulated)
  • City & Guilds Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Guidance or Lantra Safe use of Pesticides’

Where it leads

Depending on progression, there may be the opportunity to become an assistant herdsperson.

About Glyn Bennett, Glyn Colin Bennett, Mrs Julie Bennett

Join our family-owned farm in the heart of the countryside near Market Drayton and start your career in agriculture. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a working dairy farm while learning from an experienced and supportive team.

As a General Farming Apprentice, you'll be involved in the day-to-day running of the farm, with a key focus on milking cows and caring for livestock. You'll also gain valuable experience in a variety of other farming tasks, helping you build the practical skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the agricultural industry.

This apprenticeship is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has a passion for farming, and is eager to become part of a close-knit, family-run business that takes pride in producing high-quality dairy products.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsTeam workingPhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English, Maths (grade 4 / C and above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • THE WARDALE, CRICKMERRY, MARKET DRAYTON, TF9 2BH

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