Casual Herdsperson
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Agriculture / Farming, Outdoor / Nature, Animal / Pet Care
Working under the direction of the Conservation Herd Manager, you will support the day-to-day management of an autumn-calving suckler herd across Epping Forest and its Complementary Lands. Duties include livestock welfare, grazing site preparation, infrastructure checks, winter housing management, and calving support., Undertake daily livestock and infrastructure checks, including fences, gates, water supplies and invisible fencing systems.
We’re looking forDo you enjoy working with livestock and making a direct contribution to nature conservation? We are looking for a Casual Herdsperson to join our Grazing and Grasslands Team, helping to care for Epping Forest's English Longhorn cattle.
Key requirements- Experience of livestock handling and animal husbandry.
- Knowledge of animal welfare and safe livestock management.
- A full UK driving licence.
- The ability to work independently, outdoors and as part of a team.
This is a casual position, with hours offered according to operational requirements. The role will involve weekend, bank holiday, and seasonal working to meet the needs of livestock management and animal welfare.
Additional informationJoin us in helping to deliver conservation grazing that benefits wildlife, landscapes and people across Epping Forest
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.
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