Ref: JL139095
Job Description
Leading thoroughbred stud in Kildare requires a foaling attendant / night watch person. The foaling attendant position is for the upcoming 2026 season from January to June, where we will foal approximately 70 mares. There is the option to stay on afterwards and work with yearlings or on another area of the farm. The main responsibilities of the job will include monitoring the mares and calling the foaling manager to assist with the foaling in a timely manner and then postpartum care of the newborn foals, which will stay on the barn until the following day. Other duties will include some mucking out, turning mares out and general duties. The hours of work will be from 7pm until around 6am the following morning.
Minimum Requirements
Only candidates with suitable previous experience foaling thoroughbred mares and with references should apply.
Accommodation details
Accommodation will be provided on the farm.
Benefits
More Information
- Earliest start date 1st January 2026
- Continent/Country Ireland
- Position/s available Stud Hand
- Yard disciplines/Activities Racing Flat, Stud
- Riding No riding required
- Required Skills Broodmares, Equine First Aid, Foaling/Foal Watch, Muck Out, Pull Mane/Tail
- Non-equine skills required None
- Accommodation provided Shared with other employee
- Salary currency Euro
- Salary guide €650-€850 per week depending on experience level
- Salary Period Weekly
- Must Drive Not Applicable
- Must have own car? No
- Pets welcome? No
- Own horse welcome? No
- Smoking allowed? No
 