Experience with Horses -15 year’s experience of riding, -Training horses to medium so far and young horses from scratch -I have been part of main staff on a dressage yard with a very strict regime and extremely highly strung youngsters -Had sole responsibility of a section of horses on a reputable eventing yard -I don’t advertise services however recommendations are very common and is usually the way I begin helping with a quirky/young/green horse -BYRDS A Squad -Pass Level 2 Equine Groom and Halfway through Level 3 -I have trained with multiple grandprix riders and judges -Competed at Youth Inter-Regionals for A Squad and Home international for England -Currently run a small livery yard through my apprenticeship in Chorley with sole responsibility for the welfare, training, maintenance of all aspects of the yard. – I currently ride 4-5 horses per day ranging from 13hh to 17.2hh and ages from 5-12. Key Skills The skills I am very competent and confident at are: handling young horses, handling big competition horses, riding youngsters, working alone, plaiting up, clipping, safely turning out and bringing in, working in a team, training horses in a way that is best for their mental state but also effective, riding very sharp horses, following instructions, being creative and having great initiative. Strengths and Weaknesses My strengths are: My weaknesses: -Committed -Doing a task to -Initiative the best of my -Compassion abilities but -Teamwork may mean -Responsibility another small -Reliability task gets delayed -Punctuality -Ambition I would love to move up the levels alongside a successful dressage rider and be able to fulfill my dreams with horses. I should be a priority candidate due to my unique amount of knowledge/experience for my age and height. Within my region I am constantly known for my ambition and attention to detail through all aspects. I am undoubtedly confident I can make any yard run as smoothly as possible as well as the training/welfare of the horses be noticeably improved. Requirements From my next job I would like to gain knowledge on higher level dressage training, opportunities to compete and train with credible professionals, gain respect and invaluable friendships in this industry. • Do you need accommodation? Yes I would if available. • Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you? The horse I would like to bring is very low maintenance so would fit in on any yard. • Do you have any ongoing commitments? I currently have an apprenticeship but I finish later on in the year but would consider moving early if employer happy for me to do my exams under them. • Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs
Job Description home groom for showjumping yard all normal yard duties mucking out , tacking up washing off turning out , lunging,getting ready for shows ,happy to look after everywhere when we are away ,we all get on and work really well as a team looking for a 3 member to join us Minimum Requirements Must has previously exp ,be happy to Handel fit competition horses and the responsibilities that go with that Accommodation details 3 bed flat shared with 2 other girls at the end of the yard Benefits Lovely place to work ,super horses ,a lovely part of Devon in beautiful countryside,own horse welcome ,preferably no dog but could maybe have 1 small dog
Experience with Horses Outline your experience with horses here/the scope of your freelance services. If you’re looking for a non-equine or non- yard-based job please use this space to describe your experience skills/abilities and adapt the questions to suit your line of work. i am a very confidant rider that is happy to ride anything 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 Riding breaking in horses xc showjumping Strengths and Weaknesses • What do you most enjoy about working with horses? riding difficult horses • Is there anything you’d like to improve? dressage • Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker? i have worked in many different yards happy to ride anything Requirements • What would you like to do or gain in your next job? competition groom or travel groom • Do you need accommodation? yes • Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you? no • Do you have any ongoing commitments? no • Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of? 1 week in august
Experience Had my own horses since aged 2. Raised on a working farm, arable and livestock. Throughout school years I had summer jobs on busy competition yards. I did a level two equine groom and management apprenticeship at Peter Charles showjumping. I worked there for a year and then went onto groom at a private dressage and livery yard for two years. Following this, I then went onto a yard manager position at a busy livery yard where I have been up until now. Key Skills • Working alone • Working as a team • Handling all types of horse • Time keeping • Organisation • Sole charge Strengths and Weaknesses • What do you most enjoy about working with horses? I find them very rewarding and therapeutic. • Is there anything you’d like to improve? I would like to expand my knowledge within the equine industry. • Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker? I’m very reliable and trustworthy. I am confident in my work. Requirements • What would you like to do or gain in your next job? I would like to feel like I am part of the team and possibly experience in a different area. • Do you need accommodation? No. • Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you? I would like to be able to bring my two dogs with me, however I am happy for them to be confined in a crate/car weather dependent. I also have a low maintenance horse who ideally would need accommodating. • Do you have any ongoing commitments? No. • Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of? No.
ABOUT US An exciting opportunity to work at a leading polo resort in Sotogrande, where guests can stay onsite, learn or play polo, stable horses, plan an event or discover new experiences. No two days are ever the same. The Polo Valley experience starts with our passionate team. The people, the continuous innovation, and high standards for attention to detail are at the core of what makes this resort what it is today. As a Groom you’ll have an exciting role in a supportive environment. ABOUT YOU We are looking for a Groom who will be responsible for the daily welfare, care, and exercise of a group of up to 8 horses, and the cleanliness of their stable and respective yard area at the resort. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Care and preparation of horses for training and sessions Daily grooming i.e., cleaning, brushing, shampooing of the horses Assess the health of the horses e.g., lameness, colic etc. Responsible for feed, nutrition, and hydration of the horses General maintenance of the stables Cleaning the beds of horses in stables Ensure the daily tasks and routine is performed Ensure horses are prepared safely and correctly before polo sessions Guide and take responsibility for assistants where applicable (teaching/guiding) WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Experienced in both grooming and riding horses Experienced in the welfare and care of horses Excellent team players with a can do attitude Ability to work effectively under pressure Good time management An excellent eye for detail Be a role model and set a good example REQUIRMENTS Must be federated with FAP Languages: fluency in Spanish and basic English Driving Licence and private vehicle Minimum 1 to 2 years’ experience Permit to work in Spain or EU passport holder Reference check from any or your previous jobs Additional diploma, certificate or voluntary service is considered as a positive value For students an agreement from their institute/university Please do get in touch! Make sure to let us know why you want to work with us. Looking forward to hearing from you. Good luck!
Experience with Horses Dear reader, Hello, Thank you for taking your time and reviewing this application. My professional career in horsemanship is at its early start. I have been working with animals, and horses of different breeds, ages, backgrounds and riding them for the past 3 years in various disciplines (except for the dressage) in several countries (Cyprus, Serbia,) majorly as a volunteer, but I had paid jobs as an assisting trainer, a trainer, or, sometimes, rather a “saver” of the horse and a beginner rider. For the past 8 months I am a proud and successful horse owner myself. I am constantly being trained myself with a professional trainer who is an international judge in show jumping and dressage. For the past year I have been deliberately reading, watching and practicing everything I could find in an open access to enrich my knowledge of horse psychology and communication ways. The best example is my 10 years old mare who has been absolutely wild, scared of its own shadow, minimally trained, and intolerant to people. She has been ridden with no basic training of going in the bit, always with other horses from her stables being around, had very low response on any aid, if any at all, would only respond to strong kicks of the riders, and has never jumped a fence. I have bought her out from a riding school. Currently, our riding is has progressed drastically, she jumps great (in the moment 70 cm), and can walk/trot/canter/turn/stop according to voice aids or body language being with no halter or a lunge, we cooperate absolutely free in an open space or even in the city area. Riding level: Level 10 Advanced I. Key Skills I am particularly good in liberty training, horses’ psychology and communication, maintenance, management, teaching or assisting, identifying required training plan both for the horses and people. I am good working alone or as a part of the team, or social environment, as long as there are animals around, that automatically defines the type of social environment and people. I am great in handling, riding, training and maintaining absolutely any horse of any breed, sex, age and level. I do have a very rich experience, professional background and non-equine skills which would be highly suitable and effective in the related sectors, including working in a hotel, farm, any sort of related, or corelated with the industry events, you can review the details in my CV. But the most important skill is definitely the speed of learning and adaptation. No matter how many years people do something, how much educated they are, or which experiences they already do posses, if they can be learning daily and adapt to it happily, none of the mentioned above matters in the long term. Strengths and Weaknesses • What do you most enjoy about working with horses? Every part of the process, if to be honest, from making the stables shine and equipped with every requirement, to every element of
Experience with Horses I ride since I was a child, I’m specialised in show-jumping, dressage and eventing. In my life I rode every kind of horses. I jumped in 120cm competitions and I got my second horse when he was 6 years old, still young and green. We put a lot of work on him and how he’s great in flat working and showjumping. In a non-horse experience I’m graduated in Media Management, Communication and advertising, and I’ve a lot of experience as social media and marketing manager for several companies (I’m still working as a freelance for Pavo, the feeding company for horses). I’m also a content creator for different italian companies on social media. Key Skills I don’t mind in working alone or with other horses, it’s not a problem for me. I clip, plait, handling and riding both stallions and young horses with no problems. My non equine skills are that I’m very calm and confident in whatever I do, because from horses I learnt this important lesson, to be always calm in whatever you do. Strengths and Weaknesses • What do you most enjoy about working with horses? The fact that you always learn something different from them, don’t mind how much experience do you have. • Is there anything you’d like to improve? I’d like to learn how to drive with the trailer and the C1. • Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker? Because I have a lot of interest in learning everyday from people and horses. I am quick, clean, careful and precise in everything I do, and I always put a lot of focus in ground and flat working. Requirements • What would you like to do or gain in your next job? I’d like to ride and if is it possible also to compete. • Do you need accommodation? Yes • Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you? If there’s the chance I’d like to bring with me my horse(s) • Do you have any ongoing commitments? No • Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of? No
Welcome to Polo Valley Sotogrande, where luxury meets the exhilarating world of polo. Our world-class facility is nestled on the outskirts of Sotogrande, one of Europe’s most exclusive coastal resort destinations. Our 100-acre estate boasts a stunning array of amenities, including 150 stables, 3 polo fields, a breathtaking 12-acre lake, private accommodation, and a magnificent clubhouse. Whether you’re a seasoned polo player or new to the sport, our experienced and passionate team is dedicated to ensuring an unforgettable stay. Since our inception in 2015, we have remained committed to our original vision: to make polo accessible to all and share its unique lifestyle with our guests. So whether you’re looking to learn the ropes, stable your horses, plan an event, or simply indulge in new experiences, we invite you to join us at Polo Valley Sotogrande.
ABOUT US An exciting opportunity to work at a leading polo resort in Sotogrande, where guests can stay onsite, learn or play polo, stable horses, plan an event or discover new experiences. No two days are ever the same. The Polo Valley experience starts with our passionate team. The people, the continuous innovation, and high standards for attention to detail are at the core of what makes this resort what it is today. As a Groom you’ll have an exciting role in a supportive environment. ABOUT YOU We are looking for a Groom who will be responsible for the daily welfare, care, and exercise of a group of up to 8 horses, and the cleanliness of their stable and respective yard area at the resort. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Care and preparation of horses for training and sessions Daily grooming i.e., cleaning, brushing, shampooing of the horses Assess the health of the horses e.g., lameness, colic etc. Responsible for feed, nutrition, and hydration of the horses General maintenance of the stables Cleaning the beds of horses in stables Ensure the daily tasks and routine is performed Ensure horses are prepared safely and correctly before polo sessions Guide and take responsibility for assistants where applicable (teaching/guiding) WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Experienced in both grooming and riding horses Experienced in the welfare and care of horses Excellent team players with a can do attitude Ability to work effectively under pressure Good time management An excellent eye for detail Be a role model and set a good example REQUIRMENTS Must be federated with FAP Languages: fluency in Spanish and basic English Driving Licence and private vehicle Minimum 1 to 2 years’ experience Permit to work in Spain or EU passport holder Reference check from any or your previous jobs Additional diploma, certificate or voluntary service is considered as a positive value For students an agreement from their institute/university HOW TO APPLY If you think you tick the boxes, please send a CV and covering letter to hr@polovalley.com. Make sure to let us know why you want to work with us. Looking forward to hearing from you. Good luck!
Job Description An international sport- and dealing-stable in Dielsdorf, Switzerland, is looking for a friendly, experienced and reliable person taking care to high level dressage and showjumping horses. Duties include grooming, tacking, therapies (massage rugs, ice, etc.), bandaging, bathing, trimming, clipping, plaiting, show preparation, show grooming, braiding, first aid, lunging, laundry, organizing of tack room, feeding and cleaning stalls. Accommodation details Very nice accommodation with own kitchen and bathroom. Benefits Competitive salary, social insurances, accident insurance, working contract and working permit for Switzerland
Job Description Looking for a home groom with experience in jumping sports horses for following duties: Taking care of a pool of horses Mocking out Lunging Tacking Clipping Knowledge of basic care Coming along to international shows Assisting in healthcare protocols at rehab center and for top sports horses attention to detail, meticulous, willing to become a family member I this growing project Riding possible according to level Offering good working times, vacations, live-in possible. If you are looking for a long-term new adventure, have a EU passport or working permit for France, please get in touch. Minimum Requirements experience in jumping sports horses for following duties: Taking care of a pool of horses Mocking out Lunging Accommodation details private accommodation available Benefits Horses are arriving and our family has to grow Our Top class stable is offering a unique opportunity to work in calm and top modern facilities with cutting edge technologies devoted to horses welfare.
Experience with Horses I have been around horses all of my life and have over 9 years full time experience in the equine industry. I first worked as a groom at a busy riding school and livery yard, in which I undertook all aspects of horse care and achieved my BHS stage 3 care and BHS stage 2 riding. I also assisted with office work and the onsite competitions as required. In November 2016 I relocated to a high end livery yard of leisure and competition horses, and got promoted to senior groom in April 2019. I lead the small team to ensure the horses received the highest possible standards of care and that the clients received a five star service. In November 2019 I started a role as a groom at a large stud and livery yard to learn more about stud work. I worked with the rest of the team to care for the stallions, broodmares, youngstock and liveries. I also handled the stallions for semen collection or in hand covering, and lead the team as required. From here I took on a new challenge as head groom/manager of a 24 box livery yard and am responsible for all aspects of running the yard including recruitment of staff and clients, ordering, and managing all the horses to suit their owners individual requirements. Key Skills I have excellent time management skills and enjoy working as part of and leading a team, although I am also confident enough to work alone as required. I am used to handling competition horses, stallions, and youngstock, and I work to a high standard with good attention to detail. I am efficient and competent at all day to day aspects of horse care, and can also ride and lunge as needed. I am able to train and guide other members of staff, and can plan out the working day and allocate individual tasks. I am able to order feed, bedding, and any other supplies needed. I can recruit new staff, and also plan a rota and manage staff holiday allowance. Strengths and Weaknesses • I particularly enjoy grooming and getting to know the horses individual characters. I also find mucking out very satisfying and love seeing the horses I help to look after and their owners doing well. I am good at talking to the clients and working with them to ensure they are happy with the service provided • I am highly efficient, and can plan my time well to ensure that all tasks are completed on time and to a good standard. • I am able to clip and plait but have not done this on a regular basis so some training in this area would be beneficial. I am a quick learner so I’m sure that I will quickly improve my speed and technique in this area. I can pull manes and trim, but have not pulled a tail before. • I am hard working and adaptable to different
This is a Stable for private horse owners 20 min from Geneva Switzerland, mostly Sporthorses. We specialise in rehabilitation and performance. Our brand new stables are equipped with cutting edge technologies to improve and maintain the best welfare for horses. We work together with the best equine veterinaries and professionals in many specific specialties as locomotion and sports, equine dentists or osteopaths. Our stable is located in a very calm area, and we dispose of large paddocks for their rehabilitation. A very large indoor as well as outdoor arena, a round pen and an automatic walker are available. Most stables are equipped with terraces for more comfort for the horses.
This is a Stable for private horse owners 20 min from Geneva Switzerland, mostly Sporthorses. We specialise in rehabilitation and performance. Our brand new stables are equipped with cutting edge technologies to improve and maintain the best welfare for horses. We work together with the best equine veterinaries and professionals in many specific specialties as locomotion and sports, equine dentists or osteopaths. Our stable is located in a very calm area, and we dispose of large paddocks for their rehabilitation. A very large indoor as well as outdoor arena, a round pen and an automatic walker are available. Most stables are equipped with terraces for more comfort for the horses.
Experience with Horses I have been involved with horses for a number of years. I started riding at the age of 10 later moving onto owning my own ponies and horses through the years which I went through pony club with and spent a number of years competing after that. I sold my horse to attend Wellington Riding to complete an apprenticeship I came away with my BHS Stage 2 and 3 exam, safeguarding courses and first aid. I then worked on a sole charge showjumping yard for a year which included travelling to numerous shows. I left that job to work on a livery yard where I have been for the last 4 years and have been the head groom for the last 2 years. Over the years I have also done work experience/ freelance work at riding Schools, Eventing yards and dressage yards. Key Skills I am a hard working, motivated and enthusiastic individual who is confident working as part of a team but also working alone or taking charge when necessary. I have good attention to detail and ensure all horses are turned out to the highest standard, quickly and efficiently. I have experience handling young, fit competition horses both on the ground and being exercised. I believe that I have the motivation and drive to be able to pick up a new job role quickly and carry out the daily duties to the best of my ability. The yard and horses come before myself and it is important that they are the priority at all times. Strengths and Weaknesses • What do you most enjoy about working with horses? I enjoy working with horses as it’s a very rewarding job and horses give so much to us that I love being able to give them the 5 star care that they deserve in return. . Is there anything you’d like to improve? I would like to improve on widening my skill set to starting to learn about equine massage or furthering my veterinary knowledge from what I already know. • Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker? I believe that I should be considered over others as I am a very dedicated worker I put my all into my job and have a very high standard I like to work at. I have a bubbly personality and get on well with everyone I am great at working in a team but also sole charge and have no problem in running a yard/ team of grooms. I absolutely love working with horses and couldn’t imagine doing anything else I believe that all horses need 5 star care in return for everything they do for us. Requirements • What would you like to do or gain in your next job? As I have worked as a head groom for the last 4 years I would like to continue with this position with potentially being able to be a yard manager in the future. • Do
I’ve been around and worked with horses on home yards for over forty years. I started riding when I was seven and my parents bought my first pony ( Welsh Section C) when I was nine. From a young age I was always interested in Western riding and what is now referred to as Natural horsemanship. I’ve carried that interest into adulthood referencing people such as Ray Hunt and Buck Brannaman and their style of horsemanship originating in the Pacific North West of the USA. Working with horses as an equal and building a foundation from the ground up. Key Skills Working on home yards I used to being with others utilising my naturally calm and understanding nature to move things along at pace but also to help others where required. I can work alone but prefer an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment where everyone is working together. I’m not a trained groom and have no formal qualifications but I can manage a stable yard to a high standard including mucking out, grooming, monitoring horse health, exercising and maintaining tack; an all round hand on a home yard. I also having ranging estate management skills including gardening and forestry, machinery and building maintenance along with HR, budget and staff management. Strengths and Weaknesses • What Do you most enjoy about working with horses? I enjoy the impact they have on you and how you can influence them. • Is there anything you’d like to improve? I’d like to improve my horsemanship, I try to utilise the Californian style of light touch horsemanship where the slightest lift of rein is enough of a signal. • Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker? I think I bring a sense of realism and confidence along with experience gained over years of being with horses at a base level. As I mentioned before I’m not a professional groom, however I can offer range of skills to an employer looking for someone who can deal with various roles and responsibilities. Requirements • What would you like to do or gain in your next job? I’d like to gain a deeper knowledge of horsemanship which could manifest in teaching or training. • Do you need accommodation? Yes, for my wife and I. • Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you? No • Do you have any ongoing commitments? No • Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of? No
Job Description We are looking for a hard working and friendly member of staff to join our ever growing team! We are seeking another groom/rider/working pupil to help with the day to day yard, as well as the possibility to travel to world class shows in both the Eventing and Showjumping circuits. The right candidate would have; experience handling and working with fit competition horses, a can do attitude, ability to work as part of a hard working team, be able to turn horses out to a high standard and be a tidy and switched on person. The job will include all yard work. Ability to ride well is important as there will be hacking and schooling available so must be confident riding and producing fit and green competition horses. Newly refurbished accommodation on sight and own horse and pets welcome. Own horse is done in work hours and free tuition and lessons as well as being able to come to shows at no extra cost! This could suit someone looking to develop their riding and competition experience. We’re are a fun, family- like yard and the position would suit a bubbly energetic person who wants to be part of an ever growing yard aiming for the top! Full payroll package with standard 28 day holiday and all the benefits. 5.5 day week. Based Bourton on the Water. Minimum Requirements Must be able to ride to a good standard have previous experience working with for competition horses Accommodation details Newly refurbished shared accommodation available Benefits Able to bring own horse. All training and travel to shows included. Opportunity to ride and travel aboard for the right person
Experience with Horses – I grew up in a pony club household, achieved my B test, and lunge test, and competed up to BE100 – I have competed in school equestrian teams and attended NSEA championships. I have also attended the Pony Club championships where I competed in the PC90 eventing and intermediate dressage. – I have worked on a stud and so have gained some experience with stallions, mares and foals. – I have worked on polo yards in both New Zealand and Australia. – I have worked as a junior groom on a professional eventing yard where I was hacking out fit competition horses as well as schooling and lungeing. Equine skills – I am self-motivated and happy to work as a team or alone. – I like to keep yards and stables neat and tidy! Non-equine skills – I am very at home in the kitchen as I have completed a cooking course. – Running – I thoroughly enjoyed running at school and kept it up after I left to maintain my fitness levels. I completed the 3 Peaks yacht race in the summer of 2022. – I am good with small children and frequently help my little cousin with her pony. Requirements – Accommodation – I currently live an hour south of Edinburgh so it depends on how far away it is! – Holidays – I currently have a holiday booked from the 18th-22nd July.
Experience with Horses I have ridden horses for thirteen years, and have worked in the USA as a groom/ camp counselor at an equestrian summer camp where I had to bring in horses, help children groom and tack them up, teach them the basics of riding and supervise them on and off the horses, and feed and muck out the stalls, as well as doing all horse and other animal care solo when the camp was on break and there was no other staff. Key Skills I work well alone or with others, I am good with kids, horses, and other animals, and I have particular skill at riding horses with behavioral challenges. Additionally I have experience with both English and Western riding and have competed to a low level in both. I also am good with a variety of non-equine animals and have cared for a wide variety of farm and house animals. Finally, I have plenty of experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite products and enjoy data entry and similar recordkeeping. Strengths and Weaknesses • What do you most enjoy about working with horses? I love spending time with horses, they are fascinating animals and learning how and why they do the things they do has always interested me. • Is there anything you’d like to improve? I would like to learn how to prepare horses to a high standard for English showing, it has been a few years since I last needed to clip or plait a mane. • Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker? I am punctual, consistent, and hard working. I have no problems with long working hours and will be available whenever you need me, and I am very willing to learn and would be happy to take in anything and everything you are willing to teach me. Requirements • What would you like to do or gain in your next job? I want to gain experience in a different sort of stable than I am used to and learn all I can about the practical side of the UK equine industry. • Do you need accommodation? Yes. • Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you? No, I don’t have any animals. • Do you have any ongoing commitments? I have things occurring at university until the 18th of may, but will be completely available for the whole summer after that, and could be available part time from September onward. • Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of? No.
Experience with Horses I work with: young stallions, broodmares, foals, in breeding, riding in young horses, training horses and riders in dressage and jumping And: buying and selling horses Key Skills Breeding, dressge, jumping Strengths and Weaknesses Strength: everything about horses Weaknesses: my age, which is also an advantage in experience • Is there anything you’d like to improve? getting more knowledge in english breeidng and riding sports in general And practicing English language • Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker? A lot of experience, great enthusiasm and good teamplayer Requirements • What would you like to do or gain in your next job? a new experience in a different and lovely country • Do you need accommodation? yes, please, for the start, later I can start looking for a place • Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you? no • Do you have any ongoing commitments? no • Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of? no
