Ref: JL145636
5* Eventing  Competition Groom Wanted or home groom/rider
We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking groom to join our friendly professional team at a stunning top-class event yard based in Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds.
Role includes looking after up to 12 horses (shared responsibility).
We are open to either:
• A competition groom wanting to travel to major UK and international shows
OR
• A home groom/rider for the right candidate
Daily duties will include all normal yard work alongside:
• Plaiting
• Clipping
• Turnout/show grooming
• General horse care and management
Skills & qualities needed:
• Works well within a team
• Reliable and hardworking
• Loves horses and takes pride in their work
• Good horse management skills
• Confident lunging horses
For competition groom roles, previous competition experience is preferred but not essential for a quick learner with the right attitude.
HGV licence would be a huge bonus.
Job details:
• Alternating 5 day / 5.5 day weeks
• 1 in 2 weekends off
• Fully employed role
Unfortunately there is no accommodation with the position, however we are happy to help find suitable local accommodation.
Excellent facilities, lovely horses, and a great team environment.
Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds
Please message for more information or to apply
More Information
- Earliest start date 31st May 2026
- Continent/Country United Kingdom
- Position/s available Rider/Groom, Competition Groom
- Yard disciplines/Activities Eventing
- Riding Optional riding
- Required Skills Bandage, Clip, Equine First Aid, Exercise/Hack Out, Long Rein, Lunging, Maintenance Skills, Muck Out, Plait, Pull Mane/Tail, Sales Preparation, Show Turnout, Sole charge
- Non-equine skills required None
- Accommodation provided None
- Salary currency Pounds
- Salary guide on application
- Must have own car? Yes
- Pets welcome? Possibly
- Own horse welcome? No
- Smoking allowed? No
 