About the Role

Providing administrative support to the Farm Director and wider Farm team

Maintaining accurate farm records, documentation and compliance information

Supporting purchasing, reporting and general administrative processes

Coordinating meetings, communications and key administrative activities

Assisting with audits, inspections and annual farm reporting requirements

About You

You will hold GSCEs in English & Maths (or equivalent)

You will have previous administrative experience, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

You will be confident using Microsoft Office and other digital systems

You will have strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with a proactive and and customer-focused approach

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

Generous annual leave entitlement

Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension scheme Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Employee Discounts Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Support for continuous professional development

Flexible working opportunities available

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026

Free entry to seasonal events on campus

Shuttle bus to Gloucester available, pay per use

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. Our passionate, innovative business culture and strong support networks make Hartpury an exceptional place to develop professionally and progress your career.

At Hartpury, we’re committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace – a place where we can all be ourselves and everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities and disabled candidates. We offer an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for the role. We’ll also ensure fair treatment and provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process for anyone who needs them. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks