Farm Operations Manager

Farm Operations Manager (Care Farm)

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Are you an experienced farm professional with strong people management skills?

Do you have experience supporting young people, vulnerable adults or individuals with additional needs?

Are you looking for a hands-on leadership role combining farming with genuine social impact?

Location of the Job:

Suffolk countryside

Salary and Benefits Package:

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Permanent, full-time position - 40 hours per week

Predominantly Monday to Friday working, with occasional weekend flexibility

Company pension scheme

21 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and professional development

Additional Information:

Outdoor working environment across livestock, horticultural and community areas

Opportunity to lead a small, dedicated team

Enhanced DBS/barred-list check required

About the Organisation:

Our client operates a well-established care farm providing purposeful agricultural and horticultural activities for adults and young people with additional needs.

The farm combines practical farming with a strong social purpose, helping individuals develop confidence, independence, skills and wellbeing.

Farm Operations Manager - The Job Role Details:

As Farm Operations Manager, you will lead the day-to-day running of the farm, overseeing livestock, animal care, horticulture and seasonal activities.

You will manage a small team of staff and volunteers while working directly with adults and young people with additional needs, creating a safe, productive and supportive environment where individuals can develop through meaningful farm-based activities.

Farm Operations Manager - Key Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day farm, livestock and horticultural operations

Maintain high standards of animal welfare and site management

Plan and deliver seasonal farm and horticultural activities

Lead, motivate and support staff and volunteers

Support adults and young people with additional needs through meaningful farm work

Ensure health, safety, safeguarding and risk management standards are maintained

Maintain appropriate records and documentation

Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and support professionals

Farm Operations Manager - Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:

You will have/be:

Strong practical farming, horticultural or smallholding experience

Proven team leadership and people management experience

Experience supporting young people, vulnerable adults or individuals with additional needs

Good knowledge of animal husbandry, livestock and/or horticulture

A compassionate, patient and person-centred approach

Strong organisational and communication skills

Knowledge of health, safety and safeguarding

Relevant agricultural, horticultural, social care or teaching qualifications would be advantageous

A flexible, practical and hands-on approach

How to Apply:

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As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, all applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role.

The Industry (Key Words):

Farm Operations Manager, Farm Manager, Care Farm, Livestock, Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Social Farming, Additional Needs, Vulnerable Adults, Young People, Safeguarding, Leadership, Rural Jobs, Suffolk Jobs.

About Us:

Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment, head-hunting, and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry-leading organisations across the UK and internationally. We recruit specifically for roles across agriculture, farming, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering, and specialist education