Weekend Farm Assistant at The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
LIFE Education Trust - The Frances Bardsley Academy
Hornchurch, Romford RM1 2RR, UK
Published 4 days ago
Farm, Ranch, and Greenhouse Operations
Full time
About this Role
We are looking for a brilliant,dedicated individual to join our Farm team. If you love animals and are lookingfor a rewarding, flexible weekend role, this is the perfect opportunity foryou. As our Weekend Farm Assistant, you will take primary responsibility forthe care, well-being, and maintenance of all our wonderful farm animals duringweekends and half-term breaks.
Your daily routine will include feedingthe animals according to schedule, cleaning and refilling water stations,replacing bedding, and turning out our ducks, chickens, and ponies to grazewhen the weather permits. You will also monitor the animals' general health,administer oral or topical medications as required, identify any maintenanceissues, and ensure the farm is fully secure before leaving the site. Working underthe guidance of our Farm and Enrichment Leader, you will play a crucial role inkeeping our school farm safe, happy, and thriving
The ideal candidatewill possess:
Thesuccessful candidate will be based at Frances Bardsley Academy and become partof an oversubscribed, flourishing school for girls aged 11 to 18, withconfident, courteous, articulate students and an ethos in empowerment. The school has a positiveenvironment, with dedicated and supportive colleagues who strive forexcellence.
For further information about this role, please email secondaryrecruitment@lifeeducationtrust.com.
Visits to the school are welcomed.
The Frances Bardsley Academy is a large secondaryschool situated in Romford, Havering. With beautiful buildings and a stunningsite, the school has been recognised as 'Ofsted Outstanding' for Behaviour& Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership & Management. TheFrances Bardsley Academy is dedicated to the growth and development of itsteachers and leaders, providing ample opportunities for professionaldevelopment and career progression.
At the LIFE Education Trust, our mission is 'Tobuild great learning communities where children flourish'. To accomplishour mission, we keep our 3 core beliefs at the heart of everything wedo: Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity, and Heartfelt Compassion. Wesupport our schools to deliver excellent pupil outcomes, create vibrant,exciting environments and offer rewarding careers for employees.
The Trust reserves the rightto interview prior to the deadline date.
We encourage and welcomeapplications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community, particularly people from ethnicminorities who are currently under-represented. LIFE Education Trust is anequal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, andapplicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate tothe post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.
We are looking for a brilliant,dedicated individual to join our Farm team. If you love animals and are lookingfor a rewarding, flexible weekend role, this is the perfect opportunity foryou. As our Weekend Farm Assistant, you will take primary responsibility forthe care, well-being, and maintenance of all our wonderful farm animals duringweekends and half-term breaks.
Your daily routine will include feedingthe animals according to schedule, cleaning and refilling water stations,replacing bedding, and turning out our ducks, chickens, and ponies to grazewhen the weather permits. You will also monitor the animals' general health,administer oral or topical medications as required, identify any maintenanceissues, and ensure the farm is fully secure before leaving the site. Working underthe guidance of our Farm and Enrichment Leader, you will play a crucial role inkeeping our school farm safe, happy, and thriving
The ideal candidatewill possess:
- A genuine care for animal welfare and a supportive nature that aligns with the Trust's mission.
- The ability to work responsibly on their own initiative during weekends and half-terms to keep the farm running safely.
- Competence in routine animal care, including following feeding schedules, cleaning water stations, and replacing bedding.
- A keen eye for detail to check the general well-being of the animals, and the ability to safely administer medication
- Confidence in handling and turning out specific farm animals, such as ducks, chickens, and ponies
- Alertness to spot maintenance issues (like damaged fencing) and a strict adherence to locking up and securing enclosures
Thesuccessful candidate will be based at Frances Bardsley Academy and become partof an oversubscribed, flourishing school for girls aged 11 to 18, withconfident, courteous, articulate students and an ethos in empowerment. The school has a positiveenvironment, with dedicated and supportive colleagues who strive forexcellence.
For further information about this role, please email secondaryrecruitment@lifeeducationtrust.com.
Visits to the school are welcomed.
The Frances Bardsley Academy is a large secondaryschool situated in Romford, Havering. With beautiful buildings and a stunningsite, the school has been recognised as 'Ofsted Outstanding' for Behaviour& Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership & Management. TheFrances Bardsley Academy is dedicated to the growth and development of itsteachers and leaders, providing ample opportunities for professionaldevelopment and career progression.
At the LIFE Education Trust, our mission is 'Tobuild great learning communities where children flourish'. To accomplishour mission, we keep our 3 core beliefs at the heart of everything wedo: Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity, and Heartfelt Compassion. Wesupport our schools to deliver excellent pupil outcomes, create vibrant,exciting environments and offer rewarding careers for employees.
The Trust reserves the rightto interview prior to the deadline date.
We encourage and welcomeapplications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community, particularly people from ethnicminorities who are currently under-represented. LIFE Education Trust is anequal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, andapplicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate tothe post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.