Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily stable yard and field duties, including feeding, handling, and grooming horses.
• Muck out and clean stables to a high standard.
• Report any horse ailments, infections, or injuries to the Head Groom immediately.
• Administer necessary treatments to horses as directed.
• Exercise allocated horses daily through lunging, hacking, schooling, or track cantering.
• Safely lead fit horses, including stallions.
• Check and maintain the safety and serviceability of all equipment, reporting any repairs needed.
• Ensure riding arenas are clean and tidy at the end of each day.
• Transport horses as required.
• Assist in client activity preparation tasks and riding activities, following correct procedures.
• To buddy with new starters as part of their induction.
• Any tasks or responsibilities as requested by management within the scope of the position.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience working as a Groom (Essential)
• Experience in horse care (Essential)
• Ability to ride to BHS Stage 2 standard (Essential)
• Clean driving licence (Essential)
• Experience working with children (Essential)
• Equine qualification (Desirable).

  From all our employees we expect:

  • Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Being able to clearly convey information and listen actively to others is crucial.
  • Confidentiality: Colleagues are expected to maintain confidentiality, including safeguarding sensitive client information, adhering to internal policies and procedures, and observing data protection guidelines. We protect our clients’ trust and maintain a professional workplace by maintaining these standards and conducting work-related discussions in secure environments.
  • Teamwork: Willingness and ability to collaborate with others to achieve common goals, including the ability to work well in both team-oriented and individual contributions.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility in handling change and adapting to new situations, challenges, and work environments.
  • Problem Solving: Capacity to identify and resolve issues efficiently and effectively. Being able to think critically and provide solutions to complex challenges.
  • Integrity: Demonstrating honesty and strong moral principles in all work activities and interactions.
  • Reliability: Being dependable in achieving deliverables and consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Time Management: Skills in managing one’s time effectively, especially when balancing multiple priorities.
  • Attention to Detail: Being thorough in completing tasks and having a keen eye for details in all aspects of work.
  • Professionalism: Maintaining a high level of professionalism in behaviour and appearance, respecting others, and showing a strong work ethic.
  • Continuous Learning: Willingness to learn and enhance skills and knowledge continuously. Being receptive to feedback and committed to personal and professional growth.