Apprentice General Farm Worker
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Company: H R BOURN & SONS (PARTNERSHIP)
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Location: LINCS, LN8 5PH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
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Ref: NAS-2000023754
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Application Deadline Date: 24/04/2026
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Start Date: 04/05/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: To be discussed on interview. Flexibility required during peak seasons, including early starts on a rota. Standard hours: Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 4.30pm
Brief Description
Support the general farm worker across arable operations. Duties include grass cutting, baling, spraying, cultivation and grain store work. Assist with machinery use, GPS systems, basic maintenance, logistics and boundary work. Gain hands-on experience across a modern arable farming business.
Training to be Provided
- Apprentices typically spend 4 days in the workplace gaining hands-on experience, alongside 1 day in college to support their learning
Future Prospects
- Opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 apprenticeship and secure full-time employment
- Build experience from the ground up with clear progression into more senior and potentially management roles
Vacancy Detail
- Assist the general farm worker across the farm and wider sites
- Support with grass cutting, baling, spraying and cultivation tasks
- Help with day-to-day farm logistics and operations
- Operate and assist with machinery, including use of GPS systems
- Carry out basic mechanical maintenance and upkeep
- Work within the grain store, supporting harvest and storage
- Assist with boundary work including fencing and general repairs
Other Information
- Full UK driving licence required due to rural location
- Weekend work may be required depending on the season
- Longer hours expected during busy/peak periods
- A physically demanding role requiring hands-on work
- Working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Fast-paced, high-pressure environment at times
- Opportunities for progression are earned through hard work and commitment
- Positive attitude, resilience and a good sense of humour are important
- Willingness to learn from experienced staff and take on feedback
- Fork lift qualification desirable