Ref: JL78465
*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
More Information
- Earliest start date 8th February 2021
- Continent/Country United Kingdom, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Northern Ireland
- Position/s available Groom, Part of a Team, Home Groom, Competition Groom
- Yard disciplines/Activities Competitions, Showjumping
- Riding No riding required
- Required Skills Bandage, Clip, Equine First Aid, Muck Out, Plait, Pull Mane/Tail
- Non-equine skills required None
- Accommodation provided Shared with other employee
- Days per week 5.5
- Salary currency British Pounds
- Salary guide 8.35 -9.10
- Salary Period Hourly
- Must Drive Car
- Must have own car? No
- Pets welcome? No
- Own horse welcome? No
- Smoking allowed? No