Job pack for Farm Worker
Ragmans Lane Farm April 2008
· Covering letter
· Application form
· Job description
· Person Specification
Ragmans Lane Farm
Lower Lydbrook
Gloucestershire
GL17 9PA
(01594) 860244
Dear Applicant
Farm Worker – Temporary
Thanks for your interest in the post of temporary Farm Worker.
This is an important post for Ragmans as it deals with the day-to-day work of all aspects of the farm. The role is varied. The post holder will need excellent communication skills, self motivation, have a flexible approach to work and be willing to undertake routine tasks and physical work in all weathers. Please see the job description and person specification for details.
The post is being advertised as a temporary post with an opportunity to start from May. The post is expected to end in September but there is the possibility of work extending to Christmas 2008. A Senior Farm Worker post is currently being advertised; once this person is in post the permanent Farm Worker post will be considered for recruitment.
The closing date for applications is Monday 12th May 2008, applications received after this date will not be considered.
I look forward to hearing from you
With Best Wishes
Freya Davies
Manager
Application Form – Confidential
Temporary Farm Worker Ragmans Lane Farm
Once complete send your application by email to or by post to Ragmans Lane Farm, Lower Lydbrook, Glos, GL17 9PA. If you require more space, please feel free to adjust the document in Word, or add additional hard copy sheets.
Full Name:Address:
Daytime Phone: / Mobile Phone:
Evening Phone: / Email:
How did you hear of this post?
QUALIFICATIONS – please list any qualifications you have with dates obtained
Qualification / Date
TRAINING – please provide details of any relevant training and qualifications with dates
Training / Date
WORK EXPERIENCE – please provide details of all previous experience including temporary or voluntary work, starting with your most recent work experience.
Employer and Job title/Role / Date
GENERAL STATEMENT - please provide details of experience and skills that are relevant to this post. Please use the person specification and job description to help you with this. If you require more space, feel free to adjust the document in Word, or add additional hard copy sheets.
Please briefly state why you are interested in this post and what three key areas of your experiences / skills you bring to the role.
GENERAL
Are you prepared to work weekends and outside standard hours and take part in cover arrangements? / Yes/No
Do you have a full driving licence? / Yes/No
REFERENCES
Please give details of two professional referees:
Name and professional relationship to you:
Tel:
OK to approach Yes / No / Name and professional relationship to you:
Tel:
OK to approach Yes / No
PERSONAL HEALTH DETAILS
Do you suffer from any illness or health problem that may affect your ability to carry out this role? Yes/No
If yes, please give details:
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Basic Annual Salary: / Annual Leave:
Pension -
Employer contribution: Employee contribution:
Any other benefits?
Notice required:
DECLARATION
I declare that the information that I have provided on this form is true and accurate, and in particular that I have not omitted any fact which may have a bearing on my application. I understand that any subsequent contract of employment with Ragmans Lane Farm will be made on the basis of the information I have provided. Furthermore, I understand that a false declaration, which results in my appointment to Ragmans Lane Farm, will render me liable to dismissal without notice.
Signature ______Date______
Note: If you submit your application by email you will be asked to sign a copy if you attend an interview.
Job Description
Temporary Farm Worker, Ragmans Lane Farm
Responsible to: Farm Manager
Hours: 37 hrs a week
Salary: £12,000 pa pro rata
Leave: 24 days a year pro rata.
Bank Holidays are given in addition to this entitlement, although flexibility is needed as courses and events take place at weekends.
Purpose of Job
To support the work of Ragmans Lane Farm, working to the Farm Manager through assisting with the apple juice and mushroom log enterprises, contributing to the education programme delivered at the Farm and to maintaining the upkeep of the farm and the care of livestock. To contribute towards the implementation of the Farm Plan and the development activities of the Farm.
Specific Areas of Responsibility
The main area of work:
· To inoculate mushroom logs and prepare for market/sales, make apple juice, and undertake seasonal jobs required on the farm as outlined on the farm planner.
· To package farm produce for despatch and make deliveries.
· To carry out day-to-day maintenance of farm machinery, ensuring it is serviced and used correctly by farm staff and volunteers. To oversee machinery repairs, either by repairing on farm or calling in third party assistance.
· To keep the farmland and buildings tidy and in good heart, working from the farm maintenance schedule and as the need arises.
· To provide an input to courses, assisting with practical sessions and undertake farm tours.
· To provide cover and to be on hand when needed for on-farm sales, visitors to the farm, courses, deliveries.
· To attend Farm meetings.
· To attend markets and represent the Farm at events.
· To work within all relevant regulatory rules and Farm policies including Health and Safety, COSHE, and RIDDOR, DeFRA, Soil Association etc.
Person Specification
Skills
Excellent communication skills – E
Basic numeracy and literacy – E
Ability to work alone – E
Effective team worker – E
Tractor Driving - D
Chainsaw operation - D
First Aid - D
Basic building skills - D
Group work skills – D
Experience
Working to deliver within agreed work schedules – E
At least 2 years work (paid or unpaid) in an agricultural setting/land based activity – D
Work in a permaculture environment – D
Knowledge
An interest in permaculture and/or organic farming – E
Other Characteristics
Initiative and self-motivation – E
Willingness to undertake routine tasks and work outside in all weathers and sometimes difficult physical conditions - E
Willingness to work weekends, outside of standard hours and weekends and on a cover/rota basis - E
The ability to learn new skills – E
Able to represent Ragmans Lane Farm with a welcoming and approachable style – E
Flexibility - E
Positive approach to work and to the issues surrounding the work of Ragmans Lane Farm - E
General
Full Driving licence - E
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