Experience with Horses

I am a young rider with a lifelong passion for horses and horse riding. I am currently working and living in Brussels, Belgium but I have decided to change career directions towards a sector I am more passionate and truly committed to.

I have been riding from the age of 7 (with some intervals due to studies) and still ride, currently taking flatwork and jumping classes (up to 1.10m). I have already worked in a horse riding center, in my home country, Italy, I am qualified and gave childrens’ class and worked during summer camps, horse trekking. I also performed general duties and care of the horses, something I loved and still take great joy in doing. I hold a BTEC level 3 in horse care and management. Currently studying for BHS Stage 2 Complete horsemanship.

I am looking for a job position in the industry where I can gain more expertise and knowledge.

I also have experience as a communication officer and social media manager, I am comfortable in doing  administration and office job from time to time if needed.

I have an exceptional work ethic and a keen eye for details. I work well when communicating with people and know know how to be diplomatic in delicate situations.

 

Key Skills

What are you particularly good at? For example: working alone, working with others, clipping, plaiting, turning out for shows, handling stallions, handling/riding young horses, non-equine skills etc

I work well both in teams and individually, I can take on independent tasks without supervision.

I can handle young horses and start them with the basics of natural horsemanship.

I am a good rider on the flat and can jump up to 1.10 m.

I previously worked as an instructor, teaching to beginners and intermediate level. I work well with children and love giving them classes or organise events including pony games, jumping competitions etc.

I can manage a website and develop effective contents for a variety of online and offline publications. I can perfectly use Microsoft Office programmes such as Word, Excel etc.

I speak fluently Italian and English and have a conversation level in French.

 

Strengths and Weaknesses

• What do you most enjoy about working with horses?

Horse have my passion since I was a child. Pursuing a career with them has been always a dream of mine. Life lead me in a different direction but now it is the moment for me to fulfill my dream and find a job that can involve horses and horse riding. I particularly enjoy introducing new people to this wonderful world, getting them closer to nature and horses. I love creating a relationship with the horse, applying natural horsemanship techniques to ensure the horse is happy and healthy.

• Is there anything you’d like to improve?

I would like to learn about stable management of a stud or yard from A to Z. I would also like to keep improving my riding skills and natural horsemanship skills.

• Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker?

I have a exceptional work ethic, my work is driven by my passion for horses, horses welfare is extremely important to me. I am a good listener and can communicate well with people. I am a hard worker and will fully commit to the job and will always work at my best. I use common sense and effective problem solving skills when dealing with difficult and/or stressful situations. In my previous working experience my superiors have always been happy with my work and will be happy to provide references.  My strong organisation and working skills will be an asset to your company. More information about myself will be provided in the CV.

 

Requirements

• What would you like to do or gain in your next job?

I want to further develop my riding skills and training horses with natural horsemanship.

• Do you need accommodation?

It depends on where the location of the job position is.

• Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you?

No

• Do you have any ongoing commitments?

It depends on what to you mean by ongoing commitments.

• Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of?

No