Ref: JL121507
Job Description
Due to unforeseen circumstance we are looking to recruit an Assistant Stud Groom to join our small friendly team. The applicant should be able to demonstrate good horsemanship skills having previously spent a significant amount of time working with mares, foals, weanlings and yearlings on a successful Stud Farm.
The duties will cover all aspects of work on a Thoroughbred Stud Farm and in particular experience of foaling is essential plus sales preparation. Enthusiasm, attention to detail, high standards of workmanship as well as an ability to work as part of a team are crucial attributes.
Previous experience of handling staff and running a yard. Applicant must be able to drive and have a clean licence and also be able to drive a small horsebox.
Competitive salary and large family house with small garden and garage available for the right candidate.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Minimum Requirements
N/A – See above
Accommodation details
Three bedroom house and small garden
Benefits
Work Place Pension
More Information
- Earliest start date 14th October 2024
- Continent/Country United Kingdom
- Position/s available Assistant Head Person
- Yard disciplines/Activities Horse Transport, Sales, Stud
- Riding No riding required
- Required Skills Broodmares, Foaling/Foal Watch, Lunging, Management Skills, Muck Out, Sales Preparation, Young Stock Handler
- Non-equine skills required Other - see job description
- Accommodation provided Shared with your partner
- Days per week 5 days per week plus every other weekend but shorter hours
- Salary currency Sterling
- Salary guide Subject to experience
- Salary Period Weekly
- Must have own car? Yes
- Pets welcome? Possibly
- Own horse welcome? No
- Smoking allowed? No
