Experience with Horses

Outline your experience with horses here/the scope of your freelance services. If you’re looking for a non-equine or non- yard-based job please use this space to describe your experience skills/abilities and adapt the questions to suit your line of work.

Having grown up on farms around horses, I have developed a deep understanding and passion for equine care. My experience spans various roles, including working as a groom, handling competition and hunting horses, assisting in equine veterinary care, and working with rehabilitation horses. I am confident in all aspects of horse care, including feeding, exercising, first aid, and stable management. I am reliable, hardworking, and take pride in maintaining high welfare standards.

 

Key Skills

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

• Excellent horse care and stable management skills
• Confident handling a variety of horses, including youngstock, stallions, and performance horses
• Experienced in equine first aid and monitoring horse health
• Strong communication and teamwork skills developed in veterinary and equestrian environments
• Able to work independently and use initiative to problem-solve
• Physically fit and experienced in manual, hands-on work
• Good time management and organisational skills

 

Strengths and Weaknesses

• What do you most enjoy about working with horses?

I enjoy the hands-on care, building relationships with the horses, and ensuring their well-being. I take pride in keeping them happy, healthy, and performing at their best.

• Is there anything you’d like to improve?

I am always keen to expand my knowledge, particularly in advanced equine rehabilitation techniques and specialist training methods.

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

I bring a strong work ethic, reliability, and a genuine passion for working with horses. My experience across different equine settings—from hunting yards to veterinary practices—has given me a well-rounded skill set. I work well under pressure, adapt quickly, and am committed to maintaining high standards.

Requirements

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

I am looking for a role where I can continue to work closely with horses while further developing my skills, particularly in training, rehabilitation, and specialist care.

• Do you need accommodation?

Not necessarily, but it would be beneficial depending on location.

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

None, 1 very easy going calm springer spaniel.

• Do you have any ongoing commitments?

No current ongoing commitments.

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

8th-12th May 2025

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10th-18th July 2025