Livestock Unit Apprenticeship

  • Company: MR J R LAY
  • Location: SHREWSBURY, SY4 5NQ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £15,392.00 per year
  • Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
  • Ref: NAS-2000054517
  • Application Deadline Date: 16/10/2026
  • Start Date: 02/11/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Tuesday, 7.30am - 5.00pm. Wednesday, 7.30am - 5.00pm. Thursday, 7.4hrs college. Friday, 7.30am - 5.00pm.

Brief Description

A mixed family farm based on the outskirts of Wem running a beef finishing unit, sheep flock and arable enterprises. We are looking for an apprentice to join our small team where training opportunities' will be given to complete the level 3 qualification.

Training to be Provided


  • Gain Level 3 in Livestock Technician

  • 12-to-18-months depending on previous experience (1 day per week)

  • Level 3 award in Emergency First Aid at Work, which is a minimum of 1-day course (Ofqual regulated)

  • Level 2 in safe use of vet medicines

  • Level 2 safe handling of pesticides or lanta safe use of pesticides

  • Progress onto Level 4 Assistant Farm Manager Apprenticeship

Future Prospects

Opportunity for permanent position upon completion. 

Vacancy Detail


  • Daily feeding of beef cattle with a TMR

  • Stock checking on sheep flock

  • Assisting with routine management operations

  • General farm yard duties

  • Machinery maintenance

Other Information

Tractor licence.

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