Hatchery Assistant

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Contract: Zero-hours, with one fixed weekly hatchery day. Additional farm work is flexible, with occasional weekend cover as required.

About the role:

We're looking for a reliable and hardworking individual to join our small but modern poultry hatchery and associated farm at JCB Farms Limited, based on the Wootton Estate near Farley.

This role involves a mixture of hatchery and general farm duties, working as part of a small team where high welfare standards, cleanliness, and attention to detail are essential.

What does this role involve day to day?

• Sorting, grading, and vaccinating chicks

• Pressure washing, cleaning, and maintaining high hygiene standards

• Bedding hen sheds and collecting eggs

• Carrying out some ground maintenance during the summer months

• Assisting with day-to-day farm tasks as required

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