Job Description

Prism Independent School

Bradford
33,366 - 35,235 per year

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Apply by:

26 September 2025

Job overview

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Job Title: Farm Supervisor

Salary: NJC Scales SO1 (Points 23-25), 33,366 - 35,235 per annum


Hours: Full-time - 37 hours.


Working Days: Saturday to Wednesday





Location: Prism City Farm, Walker Drive, Girlington, BD8 9EZ





Annual Leave: 30 days - To be taken during term time only, expected to work public holidays.


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Job Purpose

To manage and supervise all aspects of the farm's land-based operations, ensuring the safety, security, and welfare of livestock and land. The Farm Supervisor will lead and coordinate land-based staff, oversee volunteer and youth engagement, and collaborate with funders and community stakeholders to deliver public-facing farm projects, including weekend and evening events.


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Key Responsibilities

Operational Management


Supervise and support all land-based staff to ensure the smooth daily operation of the farm. Oversee the care, health, and welfare of animals, ensuring high standards of husbandry. Manage maintenance and development of land, buildings, fencing, and farm infrastructure. Ensure the security and cleanliness of the site and its facilities at all times.

Health & Safety

Act as the responsible person for all on-site health and safety matters. Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation. Maintain accurate records for accidents, incidents, and safety checks.

Community Engagement & Project Delivery

Work in partnership with funders and local stakeholders to deliver funded farm projects. Coordinate and support weekend and evening activities, including public events and open days. Engage young people and volunteers in practical, land-based learning and development activities. Ensure safeguarding procedures are implemented and adhered to.

Leadership & Administration

Line manage land-based staff and coordinate their work schedules. Provide supervision, training, and development opportunities to staff and volunteers. Contribute to budget planning, stock control, and resource management. Prepare reports, updates, and evaluations for stakeholders and funders.

Person Specification

Essential


Significant experience in managing a working farm or land-based facility. Demonstrated experience in animal husbandry and land maintenance. Experience supervising staff and/or volunteers. Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and procedures. Excellent organisational and leadership skills. Ability to work weekends and evenings consistently as part of the role. Proven ability to engage and work with young people from diverse backgrounds. Experience working with community projects or public engagement. IT literate and able to manage basic administrative and reporting tasks.


Desirable


Relevant qualifications in animal care, agriculture, or land-based studies. First aid and/or health and safety training certification. Safeguarding training and experience working in youth or educational settings. Knowledge of sustainability, conservation or horticulture.

Additional Information

The post holder must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check. The role includes outdoor work in varying weather conditions. Flexibility in working hours is essential to meet project and seasonal demands.

About

Prism Independent School

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Prism Independent School

Walker Drive, Girlington, Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD8 9ES
United Kingdom

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