Closing Date: 8th March 2026 at 23:59 (GMT)
Role Type: Full time and Permanent
Interviews will be held: Tuesday 24th March 2026
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Herdsperson, University of Reading, Centre for Dairy Research
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of the commercial dairy team at CEDAR tending to the herd of 530 high yielding Holsteins with very good welfare standards.
We offer an excellent working Environment, modern facilities, good working conditions, a competitive salary, and accommodation if required.
You will have:
A high level of stockmanship
A deep knowledge of animal welfare, dairy cow husbandry
Experience of working with dairy cows
The enthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team
We can offer:
A friendly, supportive working environment
Very good working conditions with competitive salary and pension
Accommodation can be provided, if required
Our farms - School of Agriculture, Policy and Development, University of Reading
Contact:
Contact Name: Sven KoopsContact Job Title: Farms ManagerContact Email Address: s.j.r.koops@reading.ac.uk
Alternative Contact Name: Stuart LambAlternative Contact Job Title: Herd ManagerAlternative Contact Email Address: s.w.lamb@reading.ac.ukThe University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.