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Biodynamic Farm Manager

Ruskin Mill Trust
Nailsworth, near Stroud, Gloucestershire

Posted: 16 Oct 2025

Deadline: 5 Nov 2025

Compensation: £35,619 - £48,778 per annum + accommodation (4-bedroom house)

Paid Full-time Permanent

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for Biodynamic Farm Manager to join us at Ruskin Mill College.

The post holder will be expected to manage the day-to-day running of the farm and to organise appropriate work for students and staff, using biodynamic principals and methodologies and integrate them into all aspects of the operation of the farm.

You will also be responsible for the health and welfare of all stock on the farm, which includes livestock breeding, rearing and finishing and also to be responsible for production of vegetables, fodder and cereal production for farm and educational use.

The Biodynamic Farm Manager will also oversee the teaching and learning delivered at the Farm

Applicants for this post should have:

• Biodynamic Farming experience and training is desired; however, training will be provided should the successful applicant not be fully qualified.
• Experience of working in farm/land-based role with responsibility for livestock.
• Experience of working in a similar physically demanding and outdoor role.
• Proven ability to quickly familiarise with new land-based machinery, implements and tools and prolong their life through correct usage and storage.
• Experience of working with young people and vulnerable adults with special needs, challenging behaviours and mental health difficulties would be advantageous.

Ruskin Mill College is the founding college of Ruskin Mill Trust. Located in the Cotswolds, the 140-acre site includes a wooded valley, a trout farm, market gardens, sustainably managed woodlands and a biodynamic farm. Nestled in the landscape are craft workshops including pottery, forge, textiles and woodwork.

Ruskin Mill College is part of Ruskin Mill Trust.

Application information

A completed application is required for consideration of this role, please visit https://rmt.org/careers/

If you have any queries or wish to arrange a visit please contact sarah.whitlam@rmt.org

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