How to become
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
- training with a professional body
College
You may find it useful to do a college course in a relevant subject like:
- business administration
- bookkeeping
- accounting
- T Level in Management and Administration
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T Level
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Apprenticeship
You could apply to do a Business Administrator Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship, or an Assistant Farm Manager Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship.
These apprenticeships can take up to 2 years to complete.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You could apply directly for jobs. Employers will usually ask for GCSEs grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) in English and maths, or equivalent qualifications.
You'll also need experience of office administration and knowledge of bookkeeping or accounting.
Other Routes
You could take a training course through a professional body like The Institute of Agricultural Secretaries and Administrators.
You can take these courses whether you're working in the farming industry or looking for a change of career.
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Career tips
An understanding of farming and rural life will be helpful, particularly if you've lived or worked on a farm before.
Further information
You can find out more about working as a farm secretary and other roles through The Institute of Agricultural Secretaries and Administrators and Tasty Careers.