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Job Vacancy – Apprentice Rural Surveyor

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WBW Surveyors Ltd is a well-established and respected firm of Chartered Surveyors. We provide expert professional advice across a range of property disciplines including rural, residential & commercial surveying, agricultural land management, property and land sales and purchases, planning consultancy and architectural design. Our Skipton office serves clients throughout the Yorkshire Dales and the North of England. We are committed to investing in the next generation of property professional and offer a supportive and collaborative working environment.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to earn whilst you learn. You will be based at our Skipton office, working alongside our experienced team of rural surveyors, planners and environmental consultants gaining hands on experience across a broad range of rural property and land matters, whilst simultaneously working towards your BSc (Hons) in Rural Enterprise and Land Management in a RICS accredited degree with all tuition fees funded through the Government apprenticeship scheme.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting with valuations and sales of rural properties, farms and agricultural land
  • Supporting the team with landlord and tenancy matters, including rent reviews and tenancy agreements
  • Attending client meetings and property inspections
  • Assisting with rural planning matters and preparation of plans
  • Developing your understanding of the rural property market and land agency work.

What We Are Looking For

  • Has achieved or is predicted to achieve, a minimum of three A Levels (or equivalent)
  • Has a genuine interest in rural property, agriculture and the countryside
  • Is self-motivated, organised and able to manage the demands of working and studying simultaneously
  • Has strong communication skills, a professional manner and a true team player
  • Holds a full UK driving licence (or is working towards one)

What We Offer

  • A genuine pathway to becoming a Chartered Surveyor
  • Competitive apprenticeship salary, reviewed regularly in line with progression and performance and the ability to earn additional bonuses.
  • Paid study days and examination leave
  • 33 days’ annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Genuine opportunities for career development and professional progression
  • A friendly, supportive, and professional working environment

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience to: julie.barbour@wbwsurveyors.co.uk  |  Closing Date: Friday, 10 July 2026

WBW Surveyors Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Shepherd, Stockman and General Farm Worker

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None Go Bye Farm, Grassington Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 3LB is a diverse and progressive farm business consisting of approximately 150 hectares of improved grassland within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated shepherd, stockman and general farm worker to work with a herd of 100 spring calving Aberdeen Angus cows, 200 pure Swaledale ewes, 500 Swaledale’s to Blue Faced Leicester and small pedigree flocks of Blue Faced Leicester and Suffolks.

The successful candidate will be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farm duties, including:

  • The opportunity to develop the sheep enterprises, invest in genetics and push the flock forward.
  • Involvement in lambing, assisting with calving and flock management.
  • Selection and presentation of stock for sale.

The successful candidate will need:

  • A willingness to engage in all aspects of farm work / life.
  • To be able to use own initiative
  • The applicant must have high regard for health and safety measures, as well as the upmost respect for animal welfare.
  • Be a confident and reliable decision maker
  • Be able to manage their own time and be organised
  • To have a clean driving licence, experience of tractor driving preferred
  • To have their own dogs preferred

Job benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Beautiful place with high quality livestock and good facilities.
  • An excellent opportunity for someone passionate about livestock farming who wants to be part of a forward-thinking farm operation.
  • Fixed working hours, requirement for overtime at busy periods

 

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter to nonegobye@gmail.com with the subject Shepherd and Stockman or contact Alistair on 07876 594028.

Closing date: 27/02/2026