Freelance Grooms and Freelance Groom Jobs

What are Freelance Grooms and how do I become one?

by Kelly Wallace Horne

The appeal of a working life flitting from yard to yard, meeting many, many new horses (and people of course!) is understandable but is this perception realistic? Here I will attempt to give you an overview of freelance grooming – the ins and outs and pros and cons in a nutshell…

What’s the difference between Freelance Grooms and other Grooms?

As discussed in our article The difference between employed, self-employed and Freelance Grooms, the legal difference between Freelance Grooms and other Grooms is their employment status – Freelance Grooms are self-employed, and self-employed grooms are referred to as being “freelance” – other Grooms are employed (on the payroll). Freelance Grooms work as independent service providers, in the same respect as a Farrier, and Equine Dentist or an Equine Massage Therapist. This means that Freelance Grooms don’t have employers and don’t have a job per se – they are their own boss. Instead, the person who would ordinarily be a Groom’s employer is a Freelance Groom’s customer/client.

How do Freelance Grooms Work?

Freelance Grooms can work in a variety of scenarios and quite often will have regular clients, however it is important to note that if they regularly work for the same person the relationship must be one of “client” and “freelancer” – not employer and employee. For example the freelancer should have more than one client, and therefore would tell a client that they were not available to attend on a certain day rather than ask for a day off.

Freelance Grooms advertise their services and their availability locally, and they also register with an agency like The Grooms List by Caroline Carter Recruitment to advertise their services and find work opportunities. Register as a Freelance Groom now.

Freelance Grooms can offer a range of equine services to all sorts of equestrian establishments, from private horse owners to commercial yards. To give you an idea of what this might include:

Holiday cover for a private horse owner or yard owner.
Replacing a groom on holiday leave or sick leave from a professional or commercial yard.
“Extra pair of hands” cover for random busy periods that don’t require an additional member of staff full time permanently.
Competition grooming at big shows which require an extra pair of hands or a specialist show groom.
Emergency cover when a permanent groom injures themselves and needs down-time to recover.
Emergency cover to assist with taking a horse to the veterinary hospital
To cover a permanent groom’s days off.
To clip horses or prepare horses for shows
To train up a novice member of staff.
Lunging, long reining, schooling, hacking/general exercising horses.

If a Freelance Groom is good and a client appreciates their demeanour, work ethic, and abilities they will, more often than not, hire that Freelance Groom again in future and recommend them to their friends and associates.

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What equipment and provisions do Freelance Grooms use?

On the whole, Freelance Grooms will use the same items as any other groom. However, Freelance Grooms have to think outside of the box when it comes to getting and maintaining work and a regular income, and freelance work comes with added responsibilities.

Things to consider:

A car

Usually Freelance Grooms will work at a variety of yards over a week or month and, owing to the typically rural location of equestrian establishments, public transport is not a viable option. Having a car, or small van, will be essential for you to be available to a broad client base, to be able to turn up on time, and to be able to take the items you need to perform your duties (spare sets of clean, dry clothes and boots, your riding hat and spare gloves, plaiting kits etc). Using a moped or motorbike may be possible, but probably wouldn’t be ideal.

Branded clothing

If you are presenting yourself and your services as a professional business you may wish to consider having clothing that displays your name/business name and, if you have one, your logo. These needn’t cost a lot – if you are buying a new jacket/fleece/beanie you can often buy them directly from suppliers who will embroider/apply your name/logo for a small fee. You’ll feel the bees knees when you rock up to client’s yards with your clean, colour co-ordinated outfit, clearly displaying who you are to yard members and other potential clients.

Spare sets of clothes…LOTS of spare sets of clothes!

Whether you opt to build up a wardrobe of personalise, branded clothing or not, you need to present yourself well every day. If you are popular and have a regular set of clients who call on you regularly, and especially if you offer emergency cover/services, you need to be prepared at all times. When you are booked to plait or clip a yard-full of horses after a morning mucking out session elsewhere, you don’t want to turn up looking like a scarecrow and wreaking of amonia. If you can quickly change into fresh, clean, dry clothes before travelling to your next yard you will look and feel (and smell) much better. Whilst as a Freelance Groom you may get away with wearing tracky bottoms, an old t-shirt and a pair of trainers, it doesn’t look professional, it doesn’t give the right impression and a lot of clients would find it off-putting.

Insurance

As tempting as it is to wing it (“I’ve been around horses for 20 years and not killed anyone yet!“) it really is very important that you get yourself insurance – your clients will expect you to have your own insurance cover. You will need cover for:

Loss of income if you are injured or suffer illness – you will not get sick pay as a self-employed person.
Medical bills in case you need to seek private medical care.
A financial payout in the event that injury or illness prevents you from working with horses again.
3rd party and Indemnity – this is VERY important when you are taking responsibility for other people’s horses. Should you NOT be able to prove that an accident was not your fault you could find yourself liable for huge expenses, in vets fees, lorry/vehicle repair, someone else’s health care, compensation etc.
It is crucial as a Freelance Groom that you have an insurance policy that covers you for Temporary Total Disablement.

When you can advertise and tell potential clients that you are fully insured it shows maturity and responsibility, which most potential clients will find reassuring.

British Grooms Association (BGA) insurance memberships (Silver and Platinum) offers affordable and bespoke personal accident insurance which covers you for your loss of earnings.

A service agreement

When you are self-employed and performing services for someone else it is highly advisable that you have a written service agreement with each of your clients. This should detail:

Your understanding of the task/s in hand
Your hourly rate
If applicable, anything that is excluded from your hourly rate (e.g. you may charge a flat fee for clipping)
Start and finish times each day
The start of the period of service and, if applicable, the end of the period of service
Who is covering you with insurance (you or your client) and the insurance company’s name.

Speak to the British Grooms Association about drawing up a contract template and everything it should include.

Clippers and plaiting kits etc

If you are good at clipping and/or turning out for shows you may wish to offer these in your list of services, in which case it is a good idea to equip yourself with everything you need for the task. Many clients will have their own clippers, plaiting kits, shampoos and coats glosses etc., but this isn’t a given. If you come fully equipped with good quality products that you are practised with, you will be able to work quickly, efficiently, and produce a finish to the best of your ability. Of course with this comes additional responsibility:

Ensure your clippers are kept scrupulously clean, regularly serviced, your blades are sharp, you have spare sets of sharp blades, and that your model of clippers is up to the job. You can’t clip 4 horses in one day with clippers designed for a leisure owner of 1 or 2 horses. Do your homework before investing.
Ensure you have bands and thread in all colours, and keep any combs and clips scrupulously clean to prevent cross-contamination between yards (you don’t want the spread of some unpleasant disease being traced back to your show turnout services!)
Always ask horse owners before using your chosen brand of clipper oil, or applying any shampoos or coat sprays – they may not think to tell you their horse breaks out in urticaria at the mere mention of baby oil or [brandname] clipper oil, so play it safe and always make a point of telling the owner which products you will be using and gain their express agreement to it.

References and Testimonials

Freelance Grooms do need references and testimonials. If a potential client wants to hire your services for, let’s say holiday cover, it’s not unreasonable for them to want to see some evidence of your ability, suitability and reliability beforehand.

A Facebook Page

You will need to have somewhere to showcase your services, photographs and testimonials and a Facebook Page is ideal for this. It also gives a point of contact for potential clients to find you and contact you, and serves as useful advertising.

A DBS check (formally a “CRB check”)

DBS stands for “Disclosure and Barring Service” and is basically a copy of your criminal record. This is called ‘basic disclosure’, and it’s available for people living or working in England and Wales. It costs £25 to obtain and you can request one here. As with your CV, references and testimonials, this is extremely benificial to have and show prospective clients.

A passport

It may seem an unlikely one, but you never know when you might get the opportunity to travel to an overseas competition, or with a client going abroad for training with a top trainer.

Stationary and “office equipment”

Just because you don’t work in a physical office does not mean you are exempt from office duties! You will need to think of your car as your mobile office, and have a space at home to keep your important paperwork. If you are going to be working as a Freelance Groom you need to ensure you are fully aware of your legal responsibilities regarding your income tax and National Insurance contributions. This means doing paperwork!

To give you a basic idea of some of the things will need:

Folders and pockets – for keeping your monthly client invoices, and purchase receipts for clothing, equipment, insurance, lunch receipts and even the stationary you’re using to organise your paperwork.
You may benefit from having a home printer to print out invoices, agreements and even adverts to put in local equestrian shops and venues.
Crisp, clean paper to write or print invoices and agreements on to give to clients.
A notebook and pen to keep in your car/bag so you can make notes about any tasks, information, names, numbers, addresses etc.
A phone holder that goes on your belt, so you are always contactable and have your phone at hand in case of emergency. I find the horizontal belt holders good because they don’t bounce about, especially when you’re riding.
It might be a good idea to sort yourself out a decent hands free kit for your phone. You don’t want to fail at your freelance venture through clients giving up on you because you never answer your phone, and you also don’t want to get a reputation of always being glued to your phone!

A First Aid Kit

Although the majority of yards/horse owners will have their own medical kit there is never any guarantee of it being well stocked. If you are independently looking after other people’s horses you may want to consider carrying some first aid provisions of your own, so you know that you are prepared should you find yourself tackling an illness or injury. It is advisable that you ensure you are knowledgeable about the basics at least. If you are offering your services as a Freelance Groom you need to be confident and competent at recognising common symptoms of an unwell horse and understand the correct course of action to take and when. Our article Understanding a Horse’s Vital Signs will help you understand the very basics.

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An HGV Licence

An HGV licence really gives your employment and salary prospects an uplift – a real uplift! You may even have your own horse lorry, BUT you need to ENSURE you are genned up on insurance and any additional licences you might need to legally transport other people’s horses in the owner’s or your own horsebox or trailer. We recommend you speak to Specialised HGV Training to learn the ins and outs of HGV horsebox licensing and driving. While you’re speaking to them, mention The Grooms List by Caroline Carter Recruitment and get 20% off any HGV or trailer driving training.

What are Freelance Groom Jobs?

Technically there is no such thing as Freelance Groom jobs because Freelance Grooms aren’t employed and don’t have employers. However, sometimes horse owners and yard owners will advertise that they need emergency, holiday or sickness cover so it’s a good idea to set up a Job Alert so you receive an email each time such an opportunity opens your area and is added to The Grooms List.

What are the highs and lows of working as a Freelance Groom?

As with all equine jobs, working as a Freelance Groom has its share of highs and lows and you need to be mindful of these when making this choice of career pathway:

Highs

You can have a varied working life, doing lots of different things, gaining new experience and meeting new people.
You are your own agent. You are free to accept or reject work with no one to answer to but yourself.
You can focus your attention on a specific industry sector, or specialist area (e.g. clipping and competition grooming, riding, or dressage yards).
You will earn a higher hourly rate as a Freelance Groom.

Lows

You may earn a higher hourly rate as a Freelance Groom, but you need to source and secure every one of those working hours, every day/week/month.
You may earn a higher hourly rate as a Freelance Groom, but you need to account for Income Tax and National Insurance, plus other expenditures that don’t necessarily come with employed groom’s work, so your take-home wage is not all yours to spend!
You have no guarantee of work or income. Your income will fluctuate throughout the seasons.
You have a big responsibilty regarding bookkeeping, tax and other associated paperwork.
You are likely to be more disposable as a Freelance Groom than an employed Groom, so you need to be vigilant with keeping up high standards and presenting a professional image.
As you are not an “employee” you are not protected by employment laws and you cannot escalate unresolved issues to an employment tribunal. Instead, your unresolved issues are a “civil matter” and you must take legal action against your client via a solicitor.

How much do Freelance Grooms earn?

As a self-employed Freelance Groom the National Minimum Wage laws that apply to employed staff do not apply to you, so the law does not dictate that you must be paid any minimum amount per hour. Your hourly rate is your responsibility alone. However, you need to be very realistic when working out an hourly rate, and the National Minimum Wage for your age is a good place to calculate from. You need to factor in Income Tax, National Insurance contributions, insurance, fuel for travelling to various yards, any expenses associated with additional services you offer (plaiting bands, shampoos and lotions, clipper servicing etc), and not least of all the fact that you are not earning a guaranteed regular income. It is not uncommon for Freelance Grooms to charge between £10 and £20 an hour, depending on their age, experience and the type of equine services they offer.

Who can become a Freelance Groom?

Anyone who is over 18 years old and is competent and capable of caring for horses can be a Freelance Groom. And by competent and capable we mean you must have had plenty of experience caring for horses. Freelance grooming is often a favoured route for established grooms who wish to settle in one area, have their own home and work on a live out basis. These Freelance Grooms are often the most successful and sought after, as their previous experience working as a groom means they are well prepared for working in unfamiliar yards and dealing with unfamiliar horses with no introduction to their characters and foibles.

It is not a viable work option for someone who has simply been for riding lessons as a child, or had loan-a-pony days when they were young, and anyone fitting this description will be better to look for a trainee role in an equestrian establishment and start a career with horses via that route.

When you start accepting contracts from horse/yard owners you must register for income tax with HMRC. You can find yourself in very hot water if you neglect to do this!

If you would like assistance and/or advice regarding finding freelance grooms or freelance grooms work opportunities in the equine industry please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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JL83229 Hertfordshire – TEMPORARY Groom/Exercise Rider (optional). International Dressage Yard.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Hertfordshire, UK

*Immediate start * Social environment *1:4 staff to horses ratio *Dog welcomed Lovely international dressage yard with 8-12 top quality horses, ranging from just backed youngsters to international grand Prix horses is now looking to fill a long-term, permanent position but meantime needs urgent temporary cover. Ideally, you will be used to high-quality performance horses. This would not be a sole charge position necessarily, that would depend on experience. Riders currently are international small tour and International Grand Prix and they compete home and abroad. Some outings to competitions could be a feature of the role on occasions, or not essential. Exercise riding is ideal but not essentially part of the role, so the successful candidate will be a confident and balanced rider. Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL83228 Hertfordshire – Experienced Groom/Exercise Rider required OR trainee for 2nd in command position. International Dressage Yard.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Hertfordshire, UK

*Opportunity to step up for someone looking for career progression *Social environment *1:4 staff to horses ratio *Dog welcomed Lovely international dressage yard with 8-12 top quality horses, ranging from just backed youngsters to international grand Prix horses is now looking to fill a long-term, permanent position for someone used to very high-quality performance horses. Candidates need to be capable of sole charge but happy to work within a team and second in command to very experienced owners (& a Yard Manager/Rider). They have tried and trusted ways of working so this is a job for someone willing to learn these ways rather than to ‘reinvent the wheel’ 😉 Riders currently are international small tour and International Grand Prix and they compete home and abroad. Some outings to competitions will also be a feature of the role on occasions. Exercise riding is part of the role, so the successful candidate will be a confident and balanced rider. They will receive hints and tips on their riding to be the best they can be but no competition riding or schooling required. Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL13839 Berkshire – Groom for Private Dressage Yard.

Private Yard

Live in Live out Berkshire, UK

Groom for Private Dressage Yard Looking for a full time groom to join our friendly team. Role includes all normal yard duties; mucking out, grooming, turning out/in, tacking up, cleaning tack, sweeping, also plaiting and clipping. As well as preparing for and going to competitions with horses competing up to Grand Prix. Candidate must be able to turn out to a high standard. Grooming at local and high level competitions across the UK a possibility. Must have good horse sense and common sense and candidates must be competent with handling fit competition horses. Ability to lunge a bonus, some riding a possibility for the right candidate but this is not primarily a riding job. Must be self-motivated, hardworking, loyal and take pride in what you do and able to work as part of a team and alone and willing to take instruction when necessary as well as be able to manage time effectively. Live-in or live-out. Well behaved dog welcome but regrettably no own horse. Minimum Requirements Looking for someone happy and good natured who takes pride in what they do. Candidate must be competent around large fit competition horses. Accommodation details Shared onsite accommodation kept in excellent condition. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room and kitchen. Newly painted. Fully furnished. All utilities paid for, TV, heating, wifi provided. Dog welcome but regrettably no own horse. Benefits Excellent facilities in beautiful surroundings (backing on to Windsor Great Park). Friendly team. good wages, free accommodation with all bills paid for. Some riding depending on experience and ability of the candidate.

JL54449 Surrey Groom/Rider Competition Livery Yard

Thundry Farm Livery & Training Yard

Live in Surrey, UK

Job Description This role is working in a competition livery yard run by a BS Accredited Coach. The job involves all normal stable duties, the exercise of competition horses and travel to shows. You must have: worked in the industry already, have practical knowledge of stable management, horse health and the ability to ride fit powerful horses competently, hacking or in the school. Most horses are 16 -16.1 so we require a lighter weight person at this time. It would be a good role for someone who has finished an apprenticeship and is looking for their first ‘proper’ job. Equally, we would welcome someone more experienced. Somebody who showjumped would also benefit from the opportunity of having their own horse on the yard, training and going to shows with us. You should: be happy to work within a team in a structured environment, prepared to work efficiently with safety in mind, like things to be organised, clean and tidy with attention to detail, have a keen interest in the training of horses both ridden and on the ground. Our horses are treated as individuals and all our grooms must have their welfare at heart and be prepared to work with a level of detail when caring for the horses. Your role will require you to maintain the high standards of the yard if the Owner is not present. This is a full time position 5.5 days a week 7:30 – 17:30. You will be expected to groom for up to six horses, and on occasions take sole charge. You will work alongside two other full time grooms, who are hard working, love horses and are easy to get along with. Accommodation details The accommodation is a modern brick built bungalow. It has three bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms, and an open plan kitchen and sitting room. All furnished. It is heated by electric radiators. The kitchen has a full cooker, fridge, freezer and microwave. Within the yard there is a washing machine and tumble dryer. All cleaning products, washing powder and toliet roll – are provided. Own Horse. As a dedicated horse person we recognise that you may want to have your own horse. We also recognise that if you are committed to that horse it makes being committed to the horses here more of a challenge, if it is not on site. On a regular basis we do not finish later than 17:30, however show days or vet emergencies will mean longer days. Having your own horse at a different location then becomes a conflict and can be very tiring. Therefore we can offer the right candidate the opportunity to have a horse on Staff Livery. The groom start 30 minutes before work so they can tend to their horse and make up some of the time that they will spend on the horse within the day. The horse can be worked and groomed within the working day in the same way the other horses on the yard are. One

JL81340 Surrey – Apprentice Groom – Competition Livery Yard.

Thundry Farm Livery & Training Yard

Live in Surrey, UK

Job Description Are you someone who likes to learn ‘hands-on’ and wants to become a top-class knowledgeable groom, expand your horsemanship knowledge, groundwork, and work horses to improve their way of going? This role is working in a competition livery yard run by a BS Accredited Coach. The job involves all normal stable duties, the exercise of competition horses and travel to shows. We offer comprehensive training for an Intermediate or Advanced Apprenticeship in Horse Care You must have: have some practical knowledge of stable management, horse health and the ability to ride fit powerful horses competently, hacking or in school. Most horses are 16 -16.1 You should: be happy to work within a team in a structured environment, prepared to work efficiently with safety in mind, like things to be organised, clean and tidy with attention to detail, have a keen interest in the training of horses both ridden and on the ground. Our horses are treated as individuals and all our grooms must have their welfare at heart and be prepared to work with a level of detail when caring for the horses. Your role will require you to maintain the high standards of the yard if the Owner is not present. This is a full-time position – hours according to age. We can accommodate two working arrangements to fit with the legal working hours under 18’s are live out 4 days a week 8:00 – 17:30. 18 or over 5.5 days a week 7:30 – 17:30 live in. You will work alongside two other full-time grooms, who are hard-working, love horses and are easy to get along with. Accommodation details The accommodation is a modern brick-built bungalow. It has three bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms, and an open plan kitchen and sitting room. All furnished. It is heated by electric radiators. The kitchen has a full cooker, fridge, freezer and microwave. Within the yard, there is a washing machine and tumble dryer. All cleaning products, washing powder and toilet roll – are provided. Own Horse. As a dedicated horse person, we recognise that you may want to have your own horse. We also recognise that if you are committed to that horse it makes being committed to the horses here more of a challenge if it is not on site. On a regular basis, we do not finish later than 17:30, however, show days or vet emergencies will mean longer days. Having your own horse at a different location then becomes a conflict and can be very tiring. Therefore we can offer the right candidate the opportunity to have a horse on Staff Livery. The groom starts 30 minutes before work so they can tend to their horse and make up some of the time that they will spend on the horse within the day. The horse can be worked and groomed within the working day in the same way the other horses in the yard are. One day a week the horse will be done for

JL83198 Somerset -Head Person, Show Jumping Yard.

Nuttall Equestrian Ltd

Live in Somerset, UK

Job Description International and National Show Jumping yard requires an experienced Head Person to join an existing team and help manage a busy competition yard. We are looking for someone with experience, motivation and reliability. A person with a good knowledge of the management of Competition horses and good communication skills with owners and sponsors. This person must be happy to work within a team but also be happy, on occasions, to be in sole charge. Must be a competent rider and able to maintain fitness of competitions horses and exercise young horses. Minimum Requirements Experienced at running a busy competition yard. Organised. Competent rider Accommodation details Shared Accommodation with one other member of staff Benefits Free Accommodation

JL7513 West Berkshire. Hunting/Showing – Experienced 2nd Groom /Rider. Some sole charge.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Berkshire, UK

*Package £450PW *Accommodation available (partner welcome/1 bed) *Dog welcomed *Lots of riding Lovely position for an experienced Groom/Rider who loves the Hunting scene with some showing also done also. This is a busy and varied role which would never be boring. but you would need stamina and to love the disciplines involved. The yard has some colts and other homebred youngsters plus ex-racers so the post really needs someone experienced handling these type of horses. Turnout to a good standard for hunting field and show ring essential. Lots of riding including some hunting opportunities. Small but professional team. Please call Caroline on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL83146 Northamptonshire – Live out Groom/Rider for family run hunting yard.

College Farm

Live out Northamptonshire, UK

Family run hunting yard, based in the centre of the Grafton Hunt country (Helmdon, Nr Brackley / Towcester / Daventry / Banbury / Buckingham, Northamptonshire), is looking for a groom. Riding out / looking after 2 x 17hh hunters and 2 x 14.2hh ponies, associated yard duties and hunting prep (clip, plait etc). Opportunity to hunt.

JL83149 The Midlands – No 1 Experienced, HGV Competition Groom Required. Family Show Jumping yard.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out West Midlands, UK

* Salary starting £30,000K totally negotiable upwards plus accommodation depending on experience *Own horse and pets welcomed No 1 Experienced Show Jumping Competition Groom required for a vacancy with a very ambitious & competitive family. Must be an experienced show groom in the UK and abroad – must have a proven record.Good references ESSENTIAL & confidentiality assured. You should be willing to regularly travel home and abroad and experienced driving 26t+ lorries transporting horses to training and shows. 18 quality jumping horses and homebred/ other young stock destined for a career in SJ/jumping all kept in top accommodation to the highest standards. Pets and horse welcome BUT there will not be much chance for someone to work their own horse as you will be away quite a lot! You could take a dog with you so long as it is well behaved Nice accommodation Great team environment with a young, energetic, motivated and progressive team. Lots of foreign travel, originally in Europe but possibly also America in the next 12 – 18 months Top class facilities to work in with brand new indoor arena and stabling so not too much getting wet in the winter and lovely heated kitchen etc 🙂 Fairly flexible on number of days worked, can work around anything between 5 and 6 but obviously will be straight through when away at shows Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email Caroline @carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL12863 West Sussex – Groom For Show Jumping Yard.

brendon stud

Live in Live out West Sussex, UK

Job Description Competent groom for showjumping and stud yard. Minimum Requirements Some experience required as big, fit competitions stallions, mares and geldings! Training given as and where needed, and working with other experienced staff. Accommodation details Shared flat with all mod cons. Benefits Learning and experiencing all aspects of grooming life. Normal yard duties plus – show turnout, stud work inc foaling and foal management, collecting semen and AI, embryo transfer. Running a show centre if of interest. Saddlery shop on site with discount.

JL83062 JL83062 West Sussex – Trainee Groom/Apprentice Groom wanted.

brendon stud

Live in West Sussex, UK

All normal yard duties plus seasonal stud work. We have big fit competition horses including stallions so some experience required! Between 25/30 in work and broodmares and youngsters in field. Training given in all aspects. A shared flat with all amenities. Modern professional yard with a good fun team. Apprenticeship can be organised Some riding if capable.

JL81571 Oxfordshire, Henley on Thames – Live Out, Part-time Groom required for a Family Showjumping Yard.

Private yard in henley on thames

Live out Oxfordshire, UK

Job Description Seeking a part time groom for a beautiful private yard just outside of henley on thames, working alongside one other taking care of 8 horses and ponies, ranging from retired ponies to show jumpers. The job will consist of mainly yard work and sometimes having to take sole charge. The role will involve all general yard duties from turning out, bringing in and mucking out ensuring horses are cared for to a high standard, groomed and bathed when required and the yard kept clean and tidy. The job will suit someone looking for a lovely working environment and is happy to work as a team and also happy to undertake tasks alone when required. Although this is not a riding position, for the right person there could be an opportunity to hack out and do fitness work with the horses on a beautiful exercise track on days when required. Minimum Requirements Handling competion horses inc a stallion taking sole charge when required Accommodation details No accom

JL83036 West Sussex Career Show Grooms Required – Show Jumping. (Live in or out).

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out West Sussex, UK

*Salary expectation should be no barrier to application *Employer boasts professional HR/Employment practices proudly adhered to at all times and happy staff who enjoy their work A very successful Show Jumping yard that competes to 5* level and produces young horses is now looking for 2 experienced Competition/Show Grooms for home and a busy international and national show schedule. This yard is a large but friendly, family-run establishment with around 50 horses in work at any one time and also foals, youngstock, mares and stallions. Successful candidates will ideally have an HGV license or at least a willingness to get this done quickly and must have experience transporting horses at home and ideally, (but not essentially), abroad. They have very strict policies on sticking within legal driving time limits so sufficient support is always available to facilitate this whilst traveling. The yard has 3 large lorries and several tours can be going on simultaneously on occasions, sometimes with 12 weeks away e.g.: in Dubai/Global tours so candidates will need to love the pace and lifestyle. Candidates will need experience of top-level show jumping, ideally gained in a recent role or at least have high level, competition experience gained in a similar fast-paced discipline e.g.: eventing Candidates should be able to turn out to the highest standards for Show Jumping, understand horse management at the level (home and away), be reliable, punctual etc. Candidates will need to be self-sufficient and capable of sole charge but also able to be team players with the ability to communicate with Riders, fellow Team members and juniors on the yard alike. Experience with stallions useful. Accommodation is a v nice, well-equipped shared house with ensuite bathrooms. Much easier to do this role without a horse and dog and must be able to legally work in the UK and travel the world Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL82967 Yard Manager/Instructor required for Equestrian Centre in Cumbria

Witherslack Hall Equestrian Centre

Live in Live out Cumbria

Job Description *IRO £450/week plus accommodation *Own horse welcome *Exciting, varied activities *Working Couple or single person opportunity An exciting opportunity to join this established, as a Yard Manager/Riding Instructor/Ride Lead. Applicants must hold at least their Level 2 Coach/BHSAI or equivalent. This busy, varied equestrian centre offers everything from riding lessons, horse archery, trekking, Pony and Riding Club activities, riding holidays, apprenticeships and training opportunities, and much more! As the Yard Manager you will be responsible for organising the yard, teaching, booking farriers/vets/ordering provisions etc, and organising Pony Club ad Riding Club activities. You will need IT skills for using the booking system and assisting with various marketing activities, e.g. social media accounts etc. There is the possibility of work for a Working Couple. As the equestrian centre offers riding holidays and holiday lets, there is the possibility of work for a partner; housekeeping and general daily maintenance and running of the holidaying side of the business. Please enquire for more information. Immediate start available and soonest start preferred. Minimum Requirements Applicants must hold at least their Level 2 Coach/BHSAI or equivalent. IT skills for usual administration and marketing activities associated with the daily running of an equestrian centre. Accommodation Candidates can live out or accommodation can be provided; single or suitable for a couple. Own horse welcome but regrettably no pets.

JL81703 Buckinghamshire Home and competition Groom/Rider. Showjumping

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Buckinghamshire, UK

*Salary IRO £25/26K+ plus accom and bills (depending on experience) *Dog welcome and can travel to shows/training with you *Leisure/retired horse considered but you would be away a lot! This is a great opportunity to get your competition grooming career well and truly on the map! A small, professional, show jumping yard with its own breeding program and a growing sport horse business is now looking for a committed, competition groom or ‘would-be’ competition groom. You must love the life, relishing being home and away with some high-level competition Grooming experience, not necessarily with Show Jumpers. You should be used to handling performance horses at some competitions of a high level plus younger horses as they come through from babies to competition horses. This is a position working with a very motivated, ambitious up-and-coming young Rider who is showing a lot of success so far. Whilst the atmosphere at home and away is relaxed and friendly, the successful applicant must be willing to travel to all the international shows abroad and in the UK plus training with the Rider. Mainly 3 and 4-star shows currently but aiming for 5-star tours. When home, you would be heading a small team of part-time Grooms with full-time support also. Looking after 6 fantastic horses and riding (a bit of decent level of flatwork and hacking). All usual duties. You will be driving a 26t so must have a license or be willing to take the test. Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL82482 West Sussex – Live out Groom/Rider for an event/hunt yard.

Sophie VDM Eventing

Live in Live out West Sussex, UK

Job Description I am looking for a new full time groom to be part of my team, a small yard of event horses currently up to international 4 star level and hunt horses. Opportunity to groom at International events, hunt and have dressage and jumping lessons from me. The right person must be hard working, have high standards, trustworthy, honest, have previous experience working on a yard and happy to work on their own, to have an HGV licence is a bonus but not a must, opportunity to gain HGV license. Duties include general yard work , hacking and galloping event and hunt horses. Its a small yard of 5 lovely quality horses with a well kept, smart yard to work in and a friendly team. Hours are 8am – 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday, when grooming at a competition days off do change. Minimum Requirements Must have previously worked on a yard and happy, confident hacking on own Accommodation details I can find local accommodation if needed in the short term, on site accommodation being built soon. Benefits Dressage and jumping lessons, opportunity to hunt

JL82057 Wiltshire – Eventing Competition Groom/ Head Person

Swiss Eventing

Live in Wiltshire, UK

Job Description *Own horse and dog a possibility *Live in *Riding optional *Every 3rd weekend off Eventing training and competition yard with super facilities set in 44 acres provides lovely, relaxed feel and makes for a great atmosphere for horses’ individual needs, welfare and education. All duties required to assist rider who trains competition horses, has a manageable number of liveries, offers schooling and re-schooling, provides tuition. Experience in handling young horses and fit competition horses is essential. Must be good at organising and have good social skills. Able to take sole charge and work as part of a small team Accommodation details Single use of large, static home. Benefits Option to bring a horse Training provided for NVQ levels 5 1/2 day week and every 3rd weekend off.

JL82871 Oxfordshire – Live out Saturday / Sunday Groom. (Spanish horses).

Healthy Beast Equine

Live out Oxfordshire, UK

Job Description Our small and friendly Dressage yard and Stud specialises in PRE’s (Spanish horses) and we are looking for a cheerful and capable person to join our team for one or both days at the weekends. We have a few liveries plus our fit dressage horses and stallions and the candidate must be capable of handling them as well as our youngsters. This is not a sole charge position as the candidate will be working alongside another Groom. Duties include normal yard work, turning out and in, putting horses on and off the walker and general grooming. Minimum Requirements Experienced in handling youngsters Riding/Exercising depending on experience Accommodation details None Benefits

JL82868 Near Godalming, Surrey – Live-out, experienced Groom/Rider Required.

Home Farm

Live out Surrey, UK

Job Description Experienced groom required for beautiful private polo yard near Godalming in Surrey. Sole charge of up to 8 horses. £450 per week with potential for a generous end of season bonus. 6 days a week. Flexible hours depending on schedule with your days off agreed in advance by the Estate Manager. For the right candidate, a position will be available all year round – hours will vary out of season. Excellent onsite facilities for staff including a clubhouse and kitchen. The successful candidate will be used to working with fit competition horses, polo experience is a bonus but not essential. You will be familiar with equine first aid and happy to manage rehabilitation programmes. You will be required to ride or exercise a number of horses every day so should be confident riding competition horses. Training in riding polo ‘sets’ will be provided. You will attend regular polo practices, matches and events. To apply, please send your CV and covering letter

JL72896 Devon – Home showjumping Groom (Riding Optional).

Justin tuff

Live in Devon, UK

Job Description home groom for showjumping yard in Devon, needing an experienced and reliable person to join our team happy looking after fit competition horses and to be in charge if we are away horses competing national and internationally , purpose-built yard set in 30 ac family-run yard we would love someone looking for a long term job our great home groom is now our show groom so having to replace her Minimum Requirements Must have previous experience working with fit competition horses , happy turning out lunging , etc Accommodation details Shared flat on yard Benefits Happy for you to bring your own horse

JL67693 Cheshire – Family Groom/Rider. Hunting/RC & PC type activities

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Cheshire, UK

*Family welcomed *Well behaved dog welcome * Package £22,000 + paid council tax, enhanced pension contribution + free gym membership) *Brand new accommodation just built! PLEASE NOTE, FOR THIS VACANCY, WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM JOB SEEKERS WITH A CURRENT CV ATTACHED TO AN UPDATED JOB SEEKER PROFILE Wonderful sole charge opportunity for an experienced Groom/Rider to work with a friendly and busy family and their two hunters and three ponies on their family estate in Cheshire. All usual duties to a high standard eg: General husbandry, exercising/schooling. You must be able to clip and plait and turn out well. Administer first aid and liaise with vets as required. Ideally, you will have a license to drive a 7.5t lorry As a Rider, you will need to be confident and experienced cross country with the ability to tackle jumps when either exercising or attending hunts. Current Groom who highly recommends and is retiring so a full handover to a motivated, passionate and enthusiastic individual is required to ensure continuity for the family and their beloved horses. Of course, you will need to be good with children, ideally have worked within a private household setting previously and therefore understand the need to work flexibly at weekends and undertake some unsocial hours. *Full job description available to suitable candidates Please contact Caroline 0203 006 5730 or email Caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL79941 East Kent. Live In or Out Family Groom. Full Time. Own horse welcome with accommodation 4 miles away.

Dundas Park Farm

Live in Live out Kent, UK

Full time permanent family groom position. 1 Event horse, 1 small young event horse, 3 ponies, an old boy and a racehorse on holiday or home for walk / trot work / re-schooling. Very experienced at riding and handling, turning out for Eventing, hunting and Pony Club to a high standard. All yard duties and riding out, fitness work and schooling ( including ponies hence need lightweight rider if possible) Driver of 6.5 tonne lorry and car and trailer preferred. Safe and kind and fun with children ( aged 11 and 6) Happy to muck in with dogs and family life and occasional school runs or club drop off and pick ups Live out, nearby with own horse possible. Prepared to move in for holiday cover of house, dogs, horses and sometimes children too. Sole charge. Interest and experience of equine first aid Clipping, Plaiting, Mane and Tail pulling, In Hand walking Out, Bandaging, Icing etc Confident, experienced and a good rider required. Lunging. Minimum Requirements Must have experience working with competition horses and be happy loading, leading, riding and rehabilitating them. Experience of grooming at events. Excellent turn out and yard duty skills. Accommodation details Live out or live in 4 miles away in shares house with your own horse if applicable. Only very well behaved, non yappy dogs welcome please! Benefits Good salary, holiday and pension for right person.

JL82765 Cornwall – Temporary Groom Wanted. :)

Lakefield Equestrian Centre

Live in Live out Cornwall, UK

Job Description Temporary vacancy to cover Holiday and Sickness to start 19th June . General yard duties, mucking out, turning out, grooming, preparing horses for exercise, dealing with horses after exercise and over seeing apprentices Minimum Requirements Applicant should either hold a level 3 qualification or similar of have a good amount of experience backed up by references. You will need to be able to just come in and muck in. as we are really busy currently. Accommodation details There is shared accommodation on site it is a well maintained mobile home with individual bedrooms, centrel heating and washing machine and tumble dryeer. Benefits

JL82733 Oxfordshire – Yard manager/Head Groom. International Eventing yard.

ACEventing

Live in Live out Oxfordshire, UK

Job Description This position is for an experienced Yard Manager or Head Groom for a top international event yard in Oxfordshire. Small compact yard, easy to run, and lovely facilities including a 60×30 arena, gallops, horse walker and plenty of turnout. The horses range from 4yrs to 4star, being produced for top level competitons and championships, as well as for sale. Eventing experience is very important, along with a good work ethic, sense of humour and a large dose of common sense! The yard is run to a high standard, with an emphasis on attention to detail and top care for all the horses. The job would be 5 days a week, responsible for managing the day to day running, logistics, ordering, arranging staff cover, and general over seeing of the horses welfare. There is accommodation included in a tidy annex, and there is flexibility within the job for travel to the events and riding depending on the individual candidate and experience. The day runs from 7.30-4.30, though it can run longer on certain competition days if there is travel to an event. There is also the option that this is a more fixed hour stay at home job, without riding. Minimum Requirements Eventing experience, good work ethic, trimming, plaiting and turning out to a high standard, common sense! driving license, good positive attitude and ability to cope with stressful situations if things go wrong. Ability to work well alongside other members of the team. If someone doesn’t mind having a toddler around helping with yard duties that’s a bonus! Accommodation details 1 bedroom annex on-site, Sky TV Wifi

JL82694 Cambridgeshire – Event Groom/Rider (optional) .

Team Bathe Eventing

Live in Live out Cambridgeshire, UK

Job Description A small private competition yard based in Cambridgeshire. The ideal candidate would have competition experience being able to turn out to a very high standard and taking sole-charge. For a less experienced person there will be lots of opportunity to learn and develop skills. Minimum Requirements HGV license would be a huge bonus but not essential. Accommodation details Preferably a live out position but accommodation can be arranged. Benefits A rewarding role for an enthusiastic and hard working person working as part of a successful event team. Opportunity to travel to competitions across the UK and abroad.

JL74468 Buckinghamshire – Instructor/ Groom

Shardeloes Farm

Live in Live out Buckinghamshire, UK

Job Description *Beautiful off-road riding *Accommodation available *5 Day week *Horse welcomed* Looking for experienced and reliable instructor / groom for our busy and expanding yard.. You must be highly motivated and willing to work as part of a team. A teaching qualification with a minimum of stage 2 teach or NVQ equivalent is required. We offer BHS and NVQ training depending on your choice of career pathway. We are a large BHS approved riding school, livery yard and “Where to Train” centre. We have excellent facilities set in 550 acres with beautiful off-road riding with opportunity to further your training and development. You must also be happy to work alongside the existing team carrying out daily duties and all aspects of yard work; everyone mucks in and helps each other out. Minimum Requirements Stage 2 teach or NVQ equivalent Time management Attention to detail Equine first aid People skills Reliable Accommodation details On site single or shared accommodation may be available but no pets. Benefits Excellent Working Conditions. Professional, fun environment .Top class expanding facilities .Variation in Role. Staff livery with use of full facilities available. 28 days holiday. Pension, NI and PAYE fully paid. Onsite training for BHS or NVQ. Exam fees paid. In house clinics for all disciplines.

JL82642 Avon, Bristol – Hunting Groom/Rider.

Reg Hopkins

Live in Avon, UK

Job Description Full time experienced Hunt groom to take charge of 6 quality hunters Minimum Requirements A cheerfull helpfull person who loves the job & understands horses hunting and hunting people Accommodation details A nice converted barn with lounge dinner, bedroom, shower fully fitted furniture with parking outside Benefits

JL82044 Oxfordshire Rider / Groom for 2021 UK polo season, (June to October 2021). Live out position.

Vanessa Whiteley

Live out Oxfordshire, UK

Job Description Working during polo season, based near Kirtlington Park Polo Club: Immediate start until beginning of October 2021 – permanent position available for the right person as part time in winter season then full time in summers. Experienced and competent rider required for: schooling and training 8 high quality polo ponies aged 7 to 15 grooming yard maintenance & management equine health monitoring and managing turning out to a high standard. sole charge. Minimum Requirements Experience training young horses, from main disciplines: jumping, dressage, Eventing, polo Benefits Sole charge of the yard flexibility with working hours Mondays off work, except for bank holidays

JL82590 Elstead, Surrey – Live out Dressage Groom/Exercise Rider. (Happy/able to hack out. Other riding/schooling dependent on experience.)

Advantage Dressage

Live out Surrey, UK

Job Description We are looking for a Dressage Groom or Yard Manager (dependent on experience) for a Small Dressage/Training/Livery yard in Surrey. We are looking for someone who is experienced, reliable, highly motivated and able to work on own initiative to a high standard. Minimum Requirements All usual yard duties, including mucking out, turning out, grooming, tack cleaning etc Ability to Plait and Clip. Happy/able to hack out. Other riding/schooling dependent on experience. Competent handling fit competition horses. Ability to drive 7.5 tonne Lorry desirable but not essential. Accommodation details No accommodation Benefits Possibility to bring own horse. Training with International Grand Prix Dressage Rider and experienced Coach.

JL82587 Berkshire – Small Private Event Yard (Near Reading), looking for Full Time Groom/Rider

Kidmore Farm

Live in Live out Oxfordshire, UK

Job Description Small private event yard looking for a full time groom. Based near Reading (RG4) Due to gap year rider/groom going to university in September we are a looking for someone who is hardworking, reliable and enthusiastic to join the team. This person has to be capable of handling fit event horses and working sole charge. We have max 9 horses to look after ranging from 14.2hh ponies to horses competing every weekend. The yard is a newly built barn that is very easy to work in and has great facilities, horses are all lovely. Opportunities to live in and bring a horse or take on one of ours for the right person. Looking for someone to work ideally 6 days a week alongside our current part time groom who does 5 mornings and our regular freelancer, both of whom have been with us over 18mths are are also happy to chat to you. Riding would involve taking the horses to the gallops and lots of hacking/lungeing. Lots of opportunities to go to events and internationals. HGV would be ideal but not a necessity. Just looking for someone who we can trust and will treat the horses like they are their own – we are a very friendly team. Minimum Requirements Accommodation details Purpose built self contained one bedroom flat Benefits

JL82575 Saudi Arabia – Head trainer

Trio Ranch Country Club

Live in Saudi Arabia

Job Description; Teach and ride owners horses – meet regularly with instructors ,gvie them weekly training attend horse owners and members .supervise the grooms and evaluate them . organise the daily horses plan ( school and livery horses) medications,care , exercise… . coordinate and supervise the lesson distributions among various junior instructors . assist during jumping competitions and gymkhanas. Minimum Requirements Good level showjumping competition and teaching experince with certifications – BHSAI or similar .minimum 10 years competing show jumping. good english langauge written and spoken . refrences is a must . ability to adapt to multi cultural environment Accommodation details fully furnished accomodation on site . Benefits airline tickets once a year – medical insurance – bonus on performance-

JL82565 Surrey – Sole-charge, live-out Groom/Person Friday /Administrator.

Foundry Farm

Live out Surrey, UK

Job Description Friday person/Groom/Administration for a private 4 horse yard, that mostly live out. 3 days a week to include weekends. You must be highly motivated, a good organiser, adaptable and friendly person looking for long term position. Sole charge. Between looking after horses, to work in a new and exciting food manufacturing business, assisting in social media, admin, and general help within the business. Well behaved dog welcome. Live out position. Must have a car due to the location. Minimum Requirements Accommodation details Benefits

JL82546 Surrey – Full-time riding Groom. (Eventing, Hunting and Show Jumping).

Lukyns

Live in Live out Surrey, UK

We are looking for a friendly, reliable full time groom to join our team. Private Eventing and showjumping yard based in the beautiful Surrey Hills. We have up to 12 horses in work and job includes all yard duties and for right person to help with the exercising of all horses from youngsters to Advanced horses. Opportunities of hunting, competition grooming and training. Confident handling young horses as we breed eventers and showjumpers. Minimum Requirements Accommodation details Private flat/cottage on family estate. Benefits

JL81755 Northamptonshire – Live in Groom/Rider. Eventing, Hunting.

Event Yard

Live in Northamptonshire, UK

Job Description Eventing, Hunting Live in Groom Great opportunity to join an experienced small team producing quality event horses and hunters. Fantastic facilities including indoor school, xc and gallops. Would suit enthusiastic groom willing to learn and contribute to a successful team. Will consider applications from experienced Groom/Riders with HGV licence or less experienced Groom/Riders who’re capable of handling and riding big, fit performance horses but might need further training and experience in details like show turnout and competition grooming. (HGV licence is not a requirement) Minimum Requirements All yard duties Must be able to ride big, fit event horses Very high standards of turn out and care and good attention to detail Accommodation details Lovely self contained single accommodation with kitchen and living room and bills included Benefits Accommodation, bills, salary dependent on experience

JL82512 JL82512 West Dorset – Seasonal Groom/Rider, private Hunt Yard.Groom

Ilchester Estates

Live in Dorset, UK

Job Description *Partner considered *Pets welcomed *Own horse considered We are looking for a seasonal hunting groom to join our team in a well resourced yard in West Dorset. The position is live in with accommodation on site for the successful applicant. The applicant must have excellent turnout skills with a high attention to detail, must be able to school and jump fit hunters and also be happy to ride fit eventers. There will be an opportunity to hunt and travel to events when needed. You must be able to clip, plait and pull manes and tails. A 7.5 tonne licence and HGV licence is required. Start date – 23rd August 2021 End date – 1st April 2022 Minimum Requirements The applicant must have excellent turnout skills with a high attention to detail, must be able to school and jump fit hunters and also be happy to ride fit eventers. There will be an opportunity to hunt and travel to events when needed. You must be able to clip, plait and pull manes and tails. A 7.5 tonne licence and HGV licence is required. Accommodation details The position is live in with accommodation on site for the successful applicant. Benefits The position is live in Pets will be considered

JL82487 Yearling prep personnel

Kildaragh

Live in Republic of Ireland

Job Description Kildaragh Stud, county Kildare are recruiting for their yearling preparation team for the upcoming sales season. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, dynamic, conscientious and be able to work well as part of the existing team. Minimum Requirements Experience in similar role would be an advantage but not essential Accommodation details Shared accommodation with one other Benefits Attractive Salary All utility bills included Use of on farm car

JL82501 Gloucestershire. Sole Charge Head Groom/Rider – Family yard (Hunting/Pony Club)

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Gloucestershire, UK

*Pets and partner considered *Horse a possibility *Private 2-bed accommodation with wonderful views over farmland *Package up to £25k + accomm depending on experience Established family yard with 2 hunters/1 retiree/2 ponies currently mainly hunting with Pony Club activities in the summer for 3 young children (early teens) is now looking for a sole charge, experienced Head Person who can become part of the family and look after the yard, horses and ride. You must also be able to drive a 7.5t lorry. The family mainly hunt once a week on a Saturday, sometimes twice a week. The successful applicant will be able to turnout and transport horses to meets. The family often attend events with children one day of the weekend so you will need to be accommodating of this cheerful, fun, family-friendly environment. Based on a 400 acre farm in the Cotswolds the facilities include indoor and outdoor schools, horse walker, and acres of off-road hacking. The accommodation is privately located, overlooking Cotswold farmland and is a well equipped, well maintained mobile home. Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL82461 Wiltshire – Thoroughbred Yearling Prep Position.

Manton House Yard

Live in Wiltshire, UK

*Accommodation available *5/6 days pw neg *Pets welcome Position available for a capable person to help with Yearling Prep for a small but very well-known thoroughbred stud farm outside Marlborough, Wilts. You must have relevant experience and be happy to walk in hand colts and fillies and all aspects of yearling Prep. A tractor driver is preferable! Fabulous facilities and a competitive package available.

JL82455 Wiltshire – Live-out Groom/Rider (Gloucestershire/Wiltshire border SN16.)

Fosse Tillery Farm

Live out Wiltshire, UK

Job Description A rider/groom is required for a lovely private hunting yard in a stunning part of the Beaufort country. You will be involved in all the usual yard duties, working alongside two other members of staff. It is essential that you are a good, brave, confident rider, able to cope with fit horses and to take them out hunting as needed. You will also be involved in caring for some broodmares and bringing on the young stock. The ideal applicant will be fun, bright, enthusiastic, have good turn-out skills, understand hunting, and all things country. Own horse welcome by arrangement and a competitive package offered for the right person. To start early July 2021. Please send a CV or email with a summary of your experience

JL82349 Surrey. Live-out, Part-Time Groom Required. EQUINE VETS

Lingfield Equine Vets

Live out Surrey, UK

Job Description As a busy equine hospital that prides ourselves on exceptional inpatient care we are looking for someone to assist our existing nursing team with the day to day husbandry care of our patients. The role will involve mucking out ensuring patients have the correct hay / feeds / rugs etc grooming trotting up and lunging ensuring the yard is kept clean and tidy at all times other odd jobs as required Minimum Requirements We are looking for someone with plenty of experience in the industry and who is confident handling a range of horses. An eye for detail and high standards of horse care and tidiness are essential. Accommodation details Not provided Benefits Opportunity to part of an enthusiastic and upbeat team providing excellent care to a range of ill and injured patients. Salary commensurate with experience. Employee discounts on veterinary fees given. Company pension scheme Uniform

JL74461 Buckinghamshire – Groom/Rider with option to train

Shardeloes Farm

Live in Live out Buckinghamshire, UK

Job Description *We currently have a position available as we have had a post-Covid boom* *Yard groom* With option to train* We currently have a opportunity for a yard groom to join our current expanding team. Training given in all aspects to set you up in the equestrian industry. Own horse welcome. You will be involved in the daily running of the yard along side a supervisor and current team members. There will be all the usual yard work, including mucking out, turning out and tacking up. You will receive all necessary training whether its BHS or NVQ depending on your choice of career pathway.. You need to have some experience handling horses and basic equestrian common sense. We are a BHS approved riding school, livery yard and “Where to train” centre. We have excellent expanding facilities set within 550 acres of beautiful off road hacking. Minimum Requirements Cheerful hardworking team player Willing to learn Passion for horses Attention to detail Conscience Reliable Accommodation details On site studio flat or shared accommodation may be available but no pets. Benefits Excellent Working Conditions. Professional, fun environment. Top class expanding facilities. Variation in Role. On-going training for BHS exams or NVQ. Exam fees paid. 5 day week. Own horse with use of facilities welcome. In house clinics covering all disciplines.

JL81615 Staffordshire/Derbyshire Borders: Show Jumping Stud – 2nd Rider. (Home and possibly competition opportunities).

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Derbyshire, UK, Staffordshire, UK

*Nice accommodation on-site (shared 2 bedroom flat) *Dog and horse welcomed *Days PW negotiable *Generous and negotiable salary 🙂 Riding video/download of flat and jump work required for all applications 🙂 Experienced 2nd Rider required to produce and exercise horses on a family Show Jumping Stud producing quality youngstock for the future to professional standards. The role will require you to work alongside the main Rider and Stud Groom to run things and you should be able to work also without supervision. Happy to receive input, you will need to be capable of breaking and producing 3, 4 & 5yrs to a high commercial standard. Opportunity to progress and grow with older horses for the right person. Local shows possible plus the possibility of a few international shows a year. All for discussion and negotiation depending on capabilities and experience. You should be bold and confident but with a calm demeanor and a top-class horsemanship approach. Car license essential. Lorry Licence a plus Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL82040 Hampshire. Apprentices – Level 3 – Breeding – Riding – Non-riding

Catherston Stud

Live in Hampshire, UK

Job Description – All yard duties looking after competition horses, liveries, stallions, youngstock, broodmares & foals as part of a great team of professionals who will guide and help you learn on the job. We have been training students for the equine industry for over 60 years and pass on a broad wealth of knowledge to you all. Minimum Requirements – Level 2 Apprentices looking to futher their experience and knowledge or PC B Test level or BHS Stage 2/3, but you will be assessed at interview if you don’t have the above, but do have other experience and qualities. Accommodation details – Shared 4 bedroom chalet with other apprentices / staff. 2 showers & loos, shared kitchen and living room. Washing machine, tumble dryer, TV, heating, parking. Benefits – Paid for working with quality competition horses, a wealth of knowledge and experience to be passed on to you from qualified staff in all aspects of horsemanship. Friendly yard, clients and other staff.

JL82035 Minety, Wiltshire. Live out experienced riding and yard Groom Required.

Family Yard

Live out Wiltshire, UK

Job Description Experienced, reliable riding groom to work 6 days a week (7.30-12.30) in small private yard in Minety (Wiltshire). 5 horses, 2 of which are retired, the others are hunters and an eventer. Must be capable of doing yard work to a high standard, turning out and bringing in. Some sole charge. Must be competent in dealing with fit and young horses. Must be able to do the occasional afternoon and longer days when rider is competing/away. No accomodation available and non smoker please £300-360 a week for the core hours plus pay for extra hours worked.

JL81972 Cambridgeshire – Experienced Groom/Rider. Hunting. (Seasonal 1 July 2021-31 March 2022)

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Cambridgeshire, UK

*£18K + warm, cosy 1 bed apartment *Dog welcomed *Chance to get some proper Hunt Yard experience on your CV! Lovely seasonal position available on a well-established, traditional family hunt yard within a beautiful estate. Fun, professional team renowned for being great at what they do. You will work hard but you will be treated well and have a very rewarding season. The position involves all grooming duties to a good standard but is a support role, so you will not be out hunting just supporting and some riding (Horses ranging from 15.2-18.2HH). No jumping required but must be confident and competent as will be left behind when others out hunting. Will be expected to prepare second horses for the changeovers. Great facilities/menage/lunge pen/500 acres/excellent hacking. Call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL81752 Gloucestershire – Dressage Groom

Hillend Stud

Live in Live out Gloucestershire, UK

*£280 to £380pw depending on experience and qualifications *Friendly, professional team *Lovely facilities for horses and humans 🙂 *Live in We are a small professional Dressage yard and Stud with 17 stables, four of our own dressage horses, six full livery horses and a small breeding program seeking an experienced and reliable groom to join our existing team of five. The ideal candidate will: Have previous experience working on a professional yard Work to high standards with good attention to detail Be able to clip, plait, pull and trim Be confident handling fit competition horses Be friendly and reliable with a good work ethic You will be helping with the day to day running of the yard which includes but is not limited to mucking out, feeding, turning out, bringing in, tacking up and washing down. We can offer a fabulous working environment on a beautiful yard, with a friendly team of happy dressage addicts. There is also an opportunity to travel to National and International high-profile shows (if desired). Unfortunately, we cannot take staff horses, but we can offer sole occupancy fully furnished accommodation – pets are negotiable! Working hours are from 7am – 5pm with an hour for lunch and numerous tea breaks (tea and biscuits provided…always!) 5 days a week. Located 10 minutes from Hartpury College in Gloucester, we are close to some of England’s best dressage venues and horse care facilities.

JL81614 Staffordshire/Derbyshire Borders Show Jumping Stud – Stud Groom /Rider (optional).

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Derbyshire, UK, Staffordshire, UK

*Nice accommodation on-site (shared 2 bedroom flat) *Dog and horse welcomed *Days PW negotiable *Generous and negotiable salary Experienced Groom required to manage and be responsible for all of the horses on a family Show Jumping Stud producing quality youngstock for the future to professional standards. The role will require you to work alongside the Rider to run things 🙂 You should be capable of either lunging or hacking young competition horses and Stallions when needed and experienced and capable with stud work and managing youngstock. As a committed team player, you should also happy to go to day shows/training and maybe 1 or 2 international shows a year. You should be able to work on your own initiative. The role will include managing the grazing land and property upkeep plus organising subcontractors to do necessary work. Would be great if you are fairly handy and could fix a fence or leaking water trough etc Car (non-negotiable) and lorry license (ideally). Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL81183 Experienced Groom – International Dressage Yard. (Home-based, permanent position).

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Gloucestershire, UK

* Fab career/CV opportunity *Live in or out *Salary iro £400 gross plus beautiful cottage accommodation (without charges) if needed Experienced Groom required to work within an established team to a very high standard on an international dressage yard. Competent Grooms from any discipline considered. You must be a team player and as this is essentially a non-riding position (maybe some hacking), it would suit someone who enjoys the Dressage environment and working with the best of horses and facilities at home. This is a world-class establishment – ideally, you will be able to step up with the home team when the Rider and competition Grooms are away for periods of time. 🙂 Please note, you must be prepared to work a 5.5 day week (sensible hours and weekend days on rota) 🙂 Pls call Caroline & The Grooms List team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL81717 Hampshire – Live out Sole Charge Groom/Rider (optional). Event yard and retirement yard for ex-competition horses.

Pentire Sport Horses

Live out Hampshire, UK

*Flexible hours and days to suit ideally at least 4 days PW *£10-15ph negotiable. *Great opportunity to join the existing, happy team *Own horse welcome. Job Description Day to day running of busy event yard with retired competition horses as well as horses currently competing. Minimum Requirements Sole charge. Reliable. Must have high standards and exceptional levels of care. Must turn horses out to a high standard and want to be a good team player. Accommodation details None Benefits Great pay. Flexible hours and days to suit. Great opportunity to join existing happy team.

JL73718 Isle of Man BHSAI (or equivalent) 2nd in command to Head Groom/Instructor Required

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Isle of Man

*£20k pa *Various options for accommodation *Dog and horse welcomed *Chance to get first aid training and qualifications COVID STATUS: Anyone travelling to the Isle of Man who has not been outside of the United Kingdom, Guernsey or Jersey in the 10 days prior to arriving on the Island will be able to access the ‘Fast Track Test to Release’ pathway, opting to take a COVID-19 test within 48 hours of arrival and isolate until they receive a negative result. A second COVID-19 test will also be required (free of charge) six days after arrival. First class Equestrian Centre, also a registered Pony Club Centre offering a wide range of equestrian activities for all levels of ability, is looking for a special someone to replace longstanding and much loved Instructor and second in command person. Teaching all ages and experience levels, from absolute beginners or working to improve skills for competitions, this friendly team puts together programmes to suit. All levels of ability catered for including, novice, intermediate, disabled and experienced. Do call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL410 Showjumping Grooms required. Experienced or less experienced welcomed.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Germany

Salary 8.5 Euros/negotiable dependent on experience with no food/accommodation or utilities to pay. You will need some experience grooming competition horses One of the Most Professional SJ yards in the world – Learn your trade with the best and secure your Grooming future with a hands on job. All you need is a passport and an adventurous spirit! Enthusiasm and dedication to work along side the best horses, riders and horse people.This opportunity would be GREAT FUN and a second to none experience which would guarantee your career anywhere you chose in the future both home and abroad. A rare insight into world class horses, world class facilities and a truly remarkable experience for any groom seriously interested in getting to the top of their game. Whilst there are considerable opportunities for advancement and promotion possibilities if you wish to remain in Germany. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a commercial environment where the opportunity to learn is awesome but not for anyone who gets homesick or doesn’t feel comfortable in the commercial end of the horse world. The horses you will encounter are world class and it will certainly add to the breadth and depth of anyone’s experience. Fast paced and exciting in so many ways. A real ‘one off experience’ to add to the CV! Please call Caroline on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL10756 Stud Staff Required – World class Service Station and Stud

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Germany

*Salary IRO 1800 euros *All accommodation and food provided *Seasonal position with far reaching CV improving benefits! This world class service station and stud is looking for experienced stud hands for the forthcoming season to be based in Muhlen, Germany. Some prior experience important as some serious unmatched warmblood breeding stock is involved in this operation names such as Balou du Rouet, whose offspring’s prize money makes millions plus Sandro Hit plus stallions Fürstenball, Vivaldi, Bordeaux, Foundation, Vitalis, Sir Donnerhall I and Diarado were amongst the leading group of all German stallions according to the German FN’s 2016 predicted breeding value statistics. Last year stallions from Mühlen once again dominated the Oldenburg Elite Mare show and of the twelve mares presented, seven of them were daughters of this yard’s stallions, including the winner Candy OLD by Sir Donnerhall I. The list goes on and on and on! 🙂 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a commercial environment where the opportunity to learn is awesome but not for anyone who gets homesick or doesn’t feel comfortable in the commercial end of the horse world. The horses you will encounter are world class and it will certainly add to the breadth and depth of anyone’s experience. Fast paced and exciting in so many ways. A real ‘one off experience’ to add to the CV! Please call Caroline on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL71662 Warwickshire – Show Jumping HGV Competition/Home Groom.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Warwickshire, UK

*Package totally negotiable (currently IRO £25K+) for someone with desired skills, experience & qualifications * Very nice single accommodation * 5-day week *HGV essential (26t lorry) & must have experience of showjumping and driving a lorry in Europe Lovely, long term job position suited to an experienced and competent person on a family yard with top competition standards for a husband and wife combination used to competing at the highest levels. This family-run show jumping yard needs someone who ideally could exercise ride and is happy to work alongside other full and part-time staff in caring for 14 stable kept horses – a mix of show jumpers and children’s ponies. All usual duties. Two children in the family so must be a child, friendly person. Friendly and fun family. Please call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730/07747 686118 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL75926 support for the nightwatch

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

We are looking for a night watch to support our team. You are nocturnal and like to work when others are already asleep? You are looking for a responsible task and enjoy working with horses ? Then apply now! Your Tasks: regular control of the horses in nightly rounds Visual inspection of the horses’ state of health monotoring of the foaling mares Your Pofil: several years of experience with horses and the ability to assess their well-being Independent and responsible work Driving licence Willingness to shift work Our Offer: a performance-related salary an attractive working environment in a highly motivated team accommodation available on site If you are interested, then send your application to mohr@schockemoehle.com Job Description Your Tasks: regular control of the horses in nightly rounds Visual inspection of the horses’ state of health monotoring of the foaling mares Minimum Requirements Your Pofil: several years of experience with horses and the ability to assess their well-being Independent and responsible work Driving licence Willingness to shift work Please notice that applicants from non-EU countries must have a work permit or an EU passport for working in Germany. Accommodation details You will be offered accommodation (single or double rooms) and meals (breakfast and lunch) on the yard. Rooms cost around 190 € per month, including electricity and water, breakfast and lunch around 149 € per month. Benefits The stud will finance your safety boots and insurance fees. Of course, we will help you with all administrative issues, which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance during doctor`s visits if necessary and help you with anything else that you need.

JL20763 Germany Breeding Assistant / Groom Stud

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description In 1992, a successful businessman and former European Show Jumping Champion purchased a large site in the expanses of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. On no less than 3,000 hectares of land in the heart of the protected landscape of the Lewitz, a centre for modern horse breeding which accommodates 4,000 horses and is unparalleled in Europe has emerged over the years. Around 250 employees look after the well-being of the horses, which are kept in spacious stables and in species-appropriate herds in the expanses of the Lewitz. We have a veterinary clinic based in Lewitz specializing primarily in equine breeding and treatment. The position we are offering provides a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of vet nursing, and we expect applicants to come with competent horse/foal training skills as well as being well presented, punctual and reliable. This is a full-time appointment involving responding to calls from outlying farms and assisting with all aspects of professional breeding. Your duties will include restocking of trucks, setting up equipment, assisting with X-rays, preparing for injections and, above all, working with our foals. You will frequently be on “foal watch” – looking after mares and their foals, helping with neonatal foal and mare care, and thus given a first-rate opportunity for hands-on learning. Work on our stud also offers a great learning experience for the prospective veterinary or vet tech student; it will include some additional on-farm duties according to your daily workload. Please notice that applicants from non-EU countries must have a work permit or EU passport for working in Germany. Accommodation details The stud’s own apartments, modern and practically furnished, give you affordable living space near your place of work and make it easier for you to form and strengthen social relationships even after you finish work. On request, you will be served breakfast and lunch in the stud’s own canteens. Benefits Of course, we will help you with all the administrative issues which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance during doctor’s visits if necessary and help you with anything else that you need. We will do everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible for you.

JL74056 Farrier

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description The Lewitz Stud in Northern Germany is searching for blacksmiths. There are least two positions available. On the one hand, we`re searching for a blacksmith for shoeing and trimming riding horses, on the other hand, one is needed for working on foals. One blacksmith could exclusively be in charge of shoeing, even if we could also imagine to give you chance to progress when you`re not an expert yet, but motivated and talented to become one in the near future. The position available for trimming foals is also requiring a certain experience, but is offering you a chance to gain much experience by accompanying and solving problematical cases. We could also imagine a blacksmith in charge with foals and shoeing riding horses. The biggest breeding farm in Germany is offering you a chance to develop in a good atmosphere, with regulated work-time and good payment. Minimum Requirements experience in shoeing Accommodation details We offer you an accommodation (single or double rooms) and meals on the yard. Rooms cost around 190 € per month, including electricity and water, breakfast and lunch around 152 € per month. Benefits

JL80374 Fife, Scotland – Live out SVQ / Modern Apprentice Trainer/Assessor – Equine.

SRUC – Scotland’s Rural College

Live out Scotland, UK

We are currently seeking a Modern Apprentice/SVQ Trainer/Assessor. The successful candidate will be based at Campus in Cupar, Fife as part of the Veterinary and Animal Sciences Department within the North Faculty of the college. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with experience of preparing teaching material and assessing Modern Apprenticeship students up to level 6 in Horse Care. The role will require on-site assessment visits across Scotland and a clean driving licence is therefore essential. The role requires the candidate to: Be an active and engaged member of the Equine Team. Have a student-focused approach to teaching and learning and be able to engage students in a practical environment. Preparation of practical activities. Delivering practical tuition and assessments to a high standard. Conducting student assessments in accordance with Awarding Body standards. Maintaining appropriate records of teaching and assessment. Maintaining appropriate records of attendance. Attending internal and external meetings as required. Updating of personal skills and qualifications. Contribute to checking the validity of assessment against the performance criteria being assessed, as part of SRUC’s quality assurance internal moderation processes. Actively engage in quality enhancement and communication strategies and their associated procedures. Actively engage in performance management processes. Develop and maintain links with relevant industry contacts in their curriculum area. Minimum Requirements To be considered for this role, you should possess the following qualifications: BHS Stage 4 Senior Coach (II). BHS SVQ Assessor. L&D 9Di (Previously A1). WBL assessor (or progress towards these qualifications) You should possess a good knowledge of BHS QA procedure and requirements and a thorough knowledge of equine care and husbandry. You should have appropriate and proven experience in delivery and assessing of work-based learning – including teaching and assessing experience in riding and practical equine husbandry to students from a range of different backgrounds and experience levels. Further details on the requirements of this role can be found in the Job Particulars document which you must read before applying for this role. This is downloadable when you click the APPLY link.

JL78465 Staffordshire Groom/Stable Hand – Career Groom opportunity. Elite Showjumping Team

Windmill Farm

Live in Live out Staffordshire, UK

*Opportunity to undertake first aid training & transport of horses long distance certificate *Possible HGV training for right candidate etc Job Description Stable Hand/Groom Required, for showjumping stable yard in Penkridge, Staffordshire. 22 horses stabled mainly private warm blood showjumping horses ranging from 2yrs old upwards. Small friendly team , 3 other grooms, 2 riders. Duties will include: Mucking out Feeding Turning out Putting horses on walker, Checking horses welfare Administering medication when required Changing rugs Grooming and tacking up etc. Attending competitions where necessary Being a team player and being able to use initiative is essential. Hours would be 5.5 days a week. 7.30am – 5/5.30pm Live in a possibility, but unfortunately no pets or partners Minimum Requirements Must have had previous horse experience and handling. Must have a car driving license. Accommodation details Own bedroom in shared modern apartment with one other live in staff member 1 mile from stable yard. Shared kitchen, lounge and bathroom with one other staff member. Modern apartment, modern appliances, well looked after – electricity, water, gas, council tax and tv license included. Benefits Opportunity to undertake first aid training, transport of horses long distance certificate, possible HGV training for right candidate etc

JL20629 Germany Experienced rider

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description The facilities comprise 3,000 hectare (30,000,000 sqm)land in total,spacious stables,large run-in stables and horse-appropriate group-housing for the approx. 4000 horses. A constantly progressing health management and the stud-owned vet clinic provide the perfect care for the horses.These are best prerequisites to guarantee breeding and training at the highest possible professional level. Almost 200 employees, among them 14 vets, are work around the clock for the benefit of the animals and ensure perfect conditions for the approx. 700 foals that are born every year. As a rider at one of the three riding stables, you are responsible for the training and care of the horses bred by Paul Schockemöhle. Many horses which will later cause a sensation in top level sport go through our hands. The daily routine gives you the opportunity to gather a lot of experiences and impressions in every respect. The fact that a renowned trainer is always available to support you will particularly help you with your personal development. The riding stables entrusted with training the horses are three geographically separated farmsteads under a common organisational umbrella. At each of the individual sites, site managers look after the training of the horses with their teams. A jumping horse trained on the Lewitz stud runs through all three stations chronologically. Finally, the jumping horses go to the third station, the “Scheckenhof”, with its spacious, light-flooded indoor riding arena and the idyllically located outdoor riding arena which is surrounded by the racecourse and in close proximity to the Neustädter See. Dirk Hauser and Christina Heussler organise all the riding stables from here, and two highly renowned trainers are also employed – Paul Niemz and Thomas Mohr. At the Scheckenhof, the further career of each individual horse is also decided. Accommodation details The stud’s own apartments, modern and practically furnished, give you affordable living space near your place of work and make it easier for you to form and strengthen social relationships even after you finish work. On request, you will be served breakfast and lunch in the stud’s own canteens. Benefits Of course, we will help you with all the administrative issues which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance and help you with anything else that you need. We will do everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible for you.

JL20650 Breaking rider required at top international stud

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description In 1992, Paul Schockemöhle, a successful businessman and former European Show Jumping Champion, purchased a large site in the expanses of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. On no less than 3,000 hectares of land in the heart of the protected landscape of the Lewitz, a centre for modern horse breeding which accommodates 4,000 horses and is unparalleled in Europe has emerged over the years. Around 250 employees look after the well-being of the horses, which are kept in spacious stables and in speciesappropriate herds in the expanses of the Lewitz. The riding stables entrusted with training the horses are three geographically separated farmsteads under a common organisational umbrella. At each of the individual sites, site managers look after the training of the horses with their teams. A jumping horse trained on the Lewitz stud runs through all three stations chronologically. The “Stern-Buchholz” site is outside the gates of the state capital Schwerin. The team headed by Birgit Brandsätter and Paulo Castro here is responsible for breaking in all the horses, as well as for the further training of the dressage horses and the preparation of the colts for licensing. Please notice that applicants from non-EU countries must have a work permit or EU passport for working in Germany. Accommodation details The stud’s own apartments, modern and practically furnished, give you affordable living space near your place of work and make it easier for you to form and strengthen social relationships even after you finish work. On request, you will be served breakfast and lunch in the stud’s own canteens. Benefits Of course, we will help you with all the administrative issues which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance during doctor’s visits if necessary and help you with anything else that you need. We will do everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible for you.

JL73061 Groom, Farm/Stable Hand required by Top International Stud

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description Farm/Stable-Worker The Paul Schockemöhle Pferdehaltung GmbH has created a remarkable centre of modern horse breeding in the last few years. At present, as many as 3,500 horses are the pride of the Lewitz stud, and 750 foals are born each year. We are looking for people willing to work with our horses. The job include a variety of different tasks, from assisting veterinarians and blacksmiths while treating the horses to maintaining our facilities. Experience with young horses would be an advantage. We`re looking for hard working, competent people. We offer you an accommodation (single or double rooms) and meals on the yard. Rooms cost around 190 € per month, including electricity and water, breakfast and lunch around 152 € per month. Your salary will reflect your own particular skills. The basic starting salary is 1792,86 € monthly before tax, which will depend on your age and skills, and vary between approximately 350 € to 400 €. The stud will finance your safety boots and insurance fees. Come and visit us for a 3 days work trial. If your skills meet our requirements we can definitely offer you immediate employment, so remember to bring along everything you might need for a longer stay. Of course, we will help you with all administrative issues, which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance during doctor`s visits if necessary and help you with anything else that you need. Very important: if you are no EU-citizens, you need a valid work visa for Germany! Minimum Requirements horse experience Accommodation details We offer you accommodation (single or double rooms) and meals on the yard. Rooms cost around 190 € per month, including electricity and water, breakfast and lunch around 152 € per month.

JL20656 Non breaking rider required at top international stud

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description In 1992, Paul Schockemöhle, a successful businessman and former European Show Jumping Champion, purchased a large site in the expanses of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. On no less than 3,000 hectares of land in the heart of the protected landscape of the Lewitz, a centre for modern horse breeding which accommodates 4,000 horses and is unparalleled in Europe has emerged over the years. Around 250 employees look after the well-being of the horses, which are kept in spacious stables and in speciesappropriate herds in the expanses of the Lewitz. As a groom or rider at one of the three riding stables, you are responsible for the training and care of the horses bred by Paul Schockemöhle. Many horses which will later cause a sensation in top level sport go through our hands. The daily routine gives you the opportunity to gather a lot of experiences and impressions in every respect. The fact that a renowned trainer is always available to support you will particularly help you with your personal development. The riding stables entrusted with training the horses are three geographically separated farmsteads under a common organisational umbrella. At each of the individual sites, site managers look after the training of the horses with their teams. A jumping horse trained on the Lewitz stud runs through all three stations chronologically. The second station for training a Lewitz jumping horse, the “Rustica”, is located in the immediate vicinity of the main stud. Under the management of Janek and Melanie Hucz, the young horses take their first jumps under a saddle here. Please notice that, if you are no EU-citizens you need a valid work visa for Germany.

JL20625 Grooms/Stud Hands/trainees/working couples required -Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

*Dog welcomed *Own horse considered *Flexible accommodation options (shared/with partner/sole) *Fair remuneration Business man and former European Champion has set up an amazing centre of modern horse breeding “unique” in Europe. The facilities comprise 3,000 hectare (30,000,000 sqm)land in total,spacious stables,large run-in stables and horse-appropriate group-housing for the approx. 4000 horses. A constantly progressing health management and the stud-owned vet clinic provide the perfect care for the horses.These are best prerequisites to guarantee breeding and training at the highest possible professional level. Almost 200 employees, among them 14 vets, are work around the clock for the benefit of the animals and ensure perfect conditions for the approx. 700 foals that are born every year. As a groom at one of the three riding stables, you are responsible for the training and care of the horses bred by Paul Schockemöhle. Many horses which will later cause a sensation in top level sport go through our hands. The daily routine gives you the opportunity to gather a lot of experiences and impressions in every respect. Please notice that applicants from non-EU countries must have a work permit or EU passport for working in Germany.

JL20764 Driver / Handyman

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description In 1992, Paul Schockemöhle, a successful businessman and former European Show Jumping Champion, purchased a large site in the expanses of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. On no less than 3,000 hectares of land in the heart of the protected landscape of the Lewitz, a centre for modern horse breeding which accommodates 4,000 horses and is unparalleled in Europe has emerged over the years. Around 250 employees look after the well-being of the horses, which are kept in spacious stables and in speciesappropriate herds in the expanses of the Lewitz. Must hold a standard driver’s license, and a tractor license would be a bonus. Able to drive a Radlader and show ability to recognize when ‘odd-jobs’ need doing. Please note that we are a specialized training stables and work only with young horses, some experience with horses would be useful but not essential. You will be required to complete general handyman tasks around the yard, keeping the premises clean and tidy. Being able to step in and help when needed and occasionally. If you are no EU-citizens, you must have a valid work visa for working in Germany. Accommodation details The stud’s own apartments, modern and practically furnished, give you affordable living space near your place of work and make it easier for you to form and strengthen social relationships even after you finish work. On request, you will be served breakfast and lunch in the stud’s own canteens. Benefits Of course, we will help you with all the administrative issues which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance during doctor’s visits if necessary and help you with anything else that you need. We will do everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible for you.

JL61682 jumping rider for our sales stable Gestüt Lewitz

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Live out Germany

Job Description Jumping / Dealing stable We are looking for a jumping rider for our sales stable in the Lewitz. Your mainwork will be riding and a little stable work (feeding) together with your team. Showing young quality horses to our customers, under the saddle or in free jumping, is also one of your tasks. If necessary you get help from our trainer and you gain a lot of experience in jumping. We offer regulated working hourses ( 8.00-17.00) and the possibility to get breakfast and lunch at our farm. Our modern equipped accomodations we offer at a reduced rental price. If you`re a cheerful and nice person, reliable and tidy, able to do a good flat work and you have experience in jumping, than we look forward to you! Minimum Requirements experience in jumping young horses Accommodation details You will be offered accommodation (single or double rooms) each equipped with a private shower, and in each house you find a washing machine and a dryer.There is free internet in the rooms. Rooms cost around 190 € per month, including electricity and water, breakfast and lunch around 156 € per month. Of cource, we will help you with all the administrative issues which come up at the beginning. Provide you with translating assistance during the doctor`s visits if necessary and help you with anything else that you need. Benefits

JL58001 Berkshire – CAREER OPPORTUNITY! Thoroughbred Senior Stud Hand Groom position available.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Berkshire, UK

*Top Remuneration IRO £20-£26k according to experience*Annual bonus *Private healthcare * 2-bed apartment *Partner welcomed *Pets welcomed Successful commercial, boutique stud 7 miles from Newbury, with a good track record and much success at yearling sales, etc. has a great career opportunity for someone currently at the level or ready to step up. This is a position that would suit someone with ambition as owners are commercially minded and run their operation as such. Willing and able to work under an experienced Stud Manager, you should be capable of covering the Stud Manager’s days off and holidays. All the usual skills are required working alongside a small but capable team of professionals. 🙂 We have placed previous staff who have been in this position for very good periods of time, so this would demonstrate a rewarding and happy environment.🙂 Please contact Caroline & The Grooms List Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com If you feel you are ready for that next move and interested in a totally confidential discussion then please do contact Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email with a full CV to caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL50494 Northumberland – Team Rider/ Groom (Hunting and Point to Point). Estate location

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Northumberland, UK

*Fair & legal wage plus foc accomm/Horse livery *Own horse (gelding) *Dog welcome. *Rides at P2P available to the right jockey 😉 Beautiful family Estate situated 5 miles west of Morpeth is looking for an experienced Team Groom to help provide top level care for beloved hunters and pointers. Must be a confident Rider, happy with faster work and riding short – happy to handle and exercise young fit TB’s. Must be reliable and responsible with a can-do attitude Must be able to turn out to high standard Previous experience in a similar role desirable A driving license is essential due to rural location Accommodation details A spacious 1-2 bedroom flat with biomass heating (so lovely and warm) is included. Only bill is electricity which we are told is a very low bill and £40 pcm rates contribution Benefits Own horse (gelding), dog are welcome 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a fabulous opportunity to work on a friendly, family yard in a beautiful estate setting. Great remuneration package and lovely, homely accommodation. This would be a great long term position for someone. January 2021 start but would consider sooner if required. Please contact Caroline & the Team on 0203006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

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