Senior Herdsperson — North Molton, Devon
Application deadline: 22 November 2026, 11:59 pm UK time
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Senior Herdsperson — North Molton, Devon
Salary: £40,000 per year
Accommodation: House included
Take responsibility for the herd, with Exmoor on your doorstep.
Talent Agri is recruiting an experienced Senior Herdsperson for a dairy farm near North Molton, Devon.
This is a hands-on role for someone with strong stockmanship, practical foot-trimming skills and the confidence to take responsibility for daily herd care. You’ll work closely with the farm team to maintain standards of animal welfare, herd health and milk production.
The role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Milking and maintaining consistent parlour hygiene and milk-quality standards.
- Monitoring herd health and identifying animals requiring attention.
- Carrying out routine and corrective foot trimming, recognising when veterinary support is needed.
- Supporting mobility monitoring and lameness prevention.
- Assisting with calving and the care of freshly calved cows.
- Supporting fertility management, heat detection and breeding routines.
- Carrying out AI where suitably trained and qualified.
- Administering treatments under agreed protocols and maintaining accurate records.
- Helping organise daily herd tasks and communicating clearly with colleagues.
- Maintaining clean, safe and well-organised livestock facilities.
The package
- £40,000 annual salary.
- House included.
- A responsible, practical dairy role near North Molton.
- Exmoor National Park on your doorstep—ideal for countryside walks, exploring with the dog and family time outdoors.
Full details of the herd, farming system, working hours, rota and accommodation arrangements will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Apply or speak to us confidentially
Call Talent Agri on 07846 378655 or send your CV to apply@talentagri.co.uk.
Qualifications & experience
- Proven experience working with dairy cattle, ideally in a responsible herdsperson role.
- Essential practical foot-trimming experience and the ability to work competently and safely.
- A sound understanding of herd health, welfare, calving and milk quality.
- The ability to recognise problems early and take appropriate action.
- A reliable approach, good communication and pride in your work.
- The confidence to work independently and contribute to the wider team.
- AI experience and a recognised AI qualification are preferred BUT NOT ESSENTIAL
Candidate requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
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