Senior Herdsperson 

Job Title: Senior Herdsperson 
Location: Cumbria 
Position Type: Full-Time 

We’re looking for a dedicated, experienced and enthusiastic Senior Herdsperson to join our progressive, organic dairy family farm in Cumbria. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic individual eager to join a thriving organic farming operation, with a strong focus on sustainability. 

About the Role: 

As the Senior Herdsperson, you’ll take on day-to-day responsibility for managing the health, welfare, and productivity of our herd of Montbeliarde cows. You’ll work closely with the business owner and farm staff, ensuring high standards of animal welfare, and leading on day-to-day herd management including fertility management and foot health. This is the perfect opportunity for a driven, motivated person looking to grow and advance their dairy experience and career.  With time this role could offer the opportunity for profit share.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage and take responsibility for herd health and welfare, including milking and focusing on fertility and foot health. 
• Maintain accurate records of health, feeding, and production. 
• Collaborate with the team, sharing a passion for sustainable organic farming. 
• Implement herd health protocols, including vaccination and treatments. 
• Safely operate farm equipment for tasks like feeding and occasional arable work. 

What We’re Looking For: 

• A positive, can-do attitude with a passion for farming, cows, and the environment. 
• Dairy herd management experience. 
• A team player with great communication skills and innovative thinking. 
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings and weekends. 
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks. 
• Ability to operate both Heat Time & Uniform Agri dairy management software. 
• Required qualifications: Ideally with a minimum of HND level qualifications in agriculture, dairy production and organic principles.  
• Some experience with dairy, beef and sheep production. 

Why This Is a Great Opportunity: 

• Ideal for dynamic individuals: A fantastic next step for someone enthusiastic and driven, looking for the next opportunity and challenge. 
• Skill development: Opportunities to access ongoing CPD and further develop skills in herd management whilst working with a dedicated, passionate team. 
• Career growth: Real potential to grow within our expanding, forward-thinking business. In the future there is potential for a profit share agreement for the right individual.  Opportunity for ongoing professional development within dairying.  

Why Join Us? 

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including working a 48-hour week with regular time off. 
• Accommodation: A 3-bedroom barn conversion in a local village, close to the farm. With excellent schools locally and easy access to Penrith & Appleby. 
• Supportive, experienced family business with a focus on organic, sustainable farming. 
• Opportunities for personal and career development. 

Are you ready for a new challenge and the next step on the farming ladder? If you’re passionate about organic farming, animal welfare, and sustainable agriculture, we’d love to hear from you!