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Job Description Looking for sole-charge groom for for small eventing and breeding yard near Stevenage in Hertfordshire. This is a stay-at-home job in idyllic countryside surroundings, on a user-friendly indoor yard. Generally anywhere from two to four horses stabled including babies to CCI**, together with a couple of horses and babies living out. Facilities include 6 stables, a w0rld-class 60 x 25m outdoor arena installed by Equestrian Surfaces, wash bay, rug room, lovely tack room with kettle, nespresso machine, microwave and all the usuals. Minimum Requirements Self-motivated individual, comfortable with sole charge required. Candidate should not be phased by large, fit horses ad youngsters. Possibility of riding for the right person. All usual duties including mucking out and daily poo picking, arena harrowing, liaising with vets, farrier and feed company and occasional (emergencies) helping with partner’s other animals. We have four dogs so dog friendly essential. Own dog negotiable. This position requires someone cheerful, motivated, hard working and committed to providing top class care for a small team. On-going training is definitely possible, but the applicant would need the initiative to crack on with the usual daily work unsupervised after training and have very good basic knowledge. The job requires someone to anticipate requirements and get excited by keeping a yard spotless and running smoothly but in a slightly less pressurised environment than a bigger commercial yard. This is our family home so a positive & can-do personality is important. 2020 will be a fun year on the yard as we have another rider basing themselves with us. Because of the sole charge, this particular role probably wouldn’t suit an apprentice or school leaver. Salary according to experience. Own horse could be a possibility. Permanent position with contract, holiday and optional pension after 12 week probation period. Hours are generally 07.30 til 5pm, but if someone was local we are open to discussion. Accommodation details None – Live out
Job Description *Own horse welcomed *Pets considered *5/6 days pw (depending on competitions)*Dressage, SJ and XC lessons provided for keen riders. Live in Groom/Exercise Rider required to work in a 5* eventing yard – a professional, private yard near Devizes, Wiltshire. 9 horses from at all levels up to 5* (including a few retirees). This close-knit team works hard and takes care of each other. Dressage, SJ and XC lessons provided for keen riders on their own horse. Most importantly, must like and care about our horses. Overseen by a full time professional event rider based at our yard who competes at 5* and who also competes some of the horses you will be responsible for looking after. Lessons will also be available with the professional as part of your employment. Must be experienced grooming at competitions, as well as comfortable with all aspects of top class sport horse welfare and yard management. You will work alongside another experienced groom/rider and one apprentice. Must be able to hack fit event horses, and ideally be fine to do some faster canter fitness work with them. No need to school for dressage or jumping (although we are happy for you to help with this if you are able and want to). Superb facilities (indoor 23 stable American barn, indoor and outdoor schools, horse walker, lunge pen, and lovely hacking). Good wage and benefits. Minimum Requirements Candidates must be able to perform full stable duties and horse care, hack well and safely, lunge, and have a high standard of competition turn-out. Accommodation details Live in position, with shared onsite accommodation in a spacious and well appointed 4 bedroom staff flat. Benefits Free livery for your horse. Lessons will be provided. Opportunities to travel to local and international events. The farm is in Wiltshire, near Devizes on the edge of Salisbury Plains, and about 30 minutes from the lovely cities of Bath and Salisbury.
*Hours negotiable *£10-£15PH depending on experience *Accommodation available if needed. High-end adult-only livery yard is looking for a Freelance Groom/Rider to join an existing professional team in North London. You must be able to ride and have previous livery yard experience ideally. Yard is made up of Part and Full liveries so good people skills always welcomed 🙂 Excellent facilities based within 250 acres of beautiful private countryside to ride over. Exceptionally friendly yard close to local amenities and public transport with central London being just 30 minutes away, (only 10 miles from Marble Arch in central London.). Regular social events organised for the whole team to enjoy. All year turnout and staff who manage the paddocks and all forms of maintenance. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 Lovely position for someone who enjoys a high-end livery environment working as part of a Team Some riding included and lots of fun too! Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description *Accommodation + heating, water, electricity included *Own horse possible *Friendly yard with nice facilities This would suit someone who wants to settle into a nice job working with private horses in livery and at home. The applicant should have experience in handling horses and some knowledge of feeding, making hay nets, turning horses out, bringing in and the day to day routine of a yard. Must be able to muck out well and keep things clean and tidy. Would need to be reliable and capable of sole charge as and when required. Yard hours are 8 till 12 and 2.30 till 5. 5.5 days per week. Very limited riding if any. A paid trial of work would be helpful. Minimum Requirements Experience of working with horses and ponies. Common sense and qualifications in horses are a bonus. A good sense of humor always helps. Accommodation details Self-contained, three-bedroom cottage. Lounge with TV and Wifi, kitchen and fitted bathroom. Two of the bedrooms have a double bed with pocket sprung mattresses. TV points and built-in wardrobes. Washer/drier. Heating, water and electricity is all included. Benefits Possibility to bring your own horse. Nice place to work with good working conditions. Mostly easy horses and ponies.
Job Description Working with showjumping horses on a competition and production yard alongside other staff and riders. Possibility to travel to national and international shows. Must be able to work to high standards. Minimum Requirements Must have had previous experience working on a competition yard, with management experience. All normal yard duties. Accommodation details Shared. Benefits Good opportunities are available for the right candidate. Long term position offered. Strong team environment.
*Opportunity to bring your own horse & dog *Accommodation available Job Description We are a showjumping and livery yard family-run yard looking for someone to join our friendly team to help look after our horses ,mucking out tacking up ,turning out , tack cleaning, bathing, helping to prepare for shows, packing and unpacking lorry and alround General care of our horses, we have horses competing internationally and nationally from 4yrs to grade as we are looking for a groom, not a rider there would be hacking and lunging but this is a groom job Minimum Requirements Just be happy to handle fit competition horses Accommodation details Shared flat Benefits
*5 day week *18-24K depending on experience *Accommodation available *Possibility of own horse. Job Description Enthusiastic groom is needed to look after dressage competition horses in a private yard. All the usual yard jobs are shared, also lunging, hacking out, show preparation/turnout, show grooming (National and International shows), clipping etc. There is a lot of variety in this job and training is available, so would suit someone wanting to gain experience looking after dressage horses to the highest standards. This is a cheerful, friendly yard with an established team where everyone is valued. A hard working, committed team player who gets on well with others is needed to expand from 3 to 4 full time grooms. Minimum Requirements Team player An interest in dressage horses and a commitment to do your best. You dont need to have previous experience in dressage. Ideally someone happy to hack out fit horses Accommodation details Very high standard house share with a family friend. The house is in a central village location 2 miles away. 2 minutes walk from village shop, pub, and train station to London or Henley. Benefits Friendly team Training available Long term position
Job Description Stables, yard and farm work. Mucking out, tractor driving, basic building and maintenance tasks. Minimum Requirements Must have a good work ethic, attention to detail and task prioritisation skills. We are a family run business and there is always a lot going on so a cheery disposition and can do attitude are vital. Accommodation details Accommodation on site. Benefits Fun varied role as part of a team.
Job Description To work alongside our existing team with all aspects of the competition yard and stud. We actively encourage our apprentices to get involved, ask questions and make the most of their time with us. Family run yard and stud with everyone living on site. Minimum Requirements Competent handling competition horses, riding on roads and open spaces and a desire to progress though the levels at BE. A cheery disposition and a ‘can do’ attitude as important as ability. Accommodation details Room in a shared purpose built flat, large kitchen, lounge area, two bathrooms and wifi. Benefits The opportunity to learn from a wide range of industry professionals.
Job Description We are a small family farm with a show jumping stud and producing yard, specialising in showjumpers. We are out competing or training several times a week and also have a range of horses from warmblood stallions and mares draft horses cobs and shetlands. We have approx. 20 horses ranging from foals to retired horses and including competing and producing horses. Our facilities are mixed stables and turn outs including an outdoor arena, and we have 55 acres of mixed grazing over 3 properties within 500yrds of each other . We have dogs and a small reindeer herd we are based 17 mins from the sea and 27 mins from aberystwyth. We have great hacks out and we are in a stunning location.This is a live out position – I am looking for someone who can work as part of a team. A sense of humour is required! I am looking for someone who can help in the day to day smooth operating of a sometimes a very busy yard, who has an eye for detail, can use their own initiative, has common sense . This is a very varied role with normal mucking out and yard work, bringing horses in and out etc as well as grooming at home and at shows. You would have other staff working with you and communication skills are essential. Confident rider at least on the flat, especially someone who is happy to get on stallions, breakers and youngsters with very experienced ground team. Show Jumping , hacking and lunging. Someone who can school to a good standard on the flat is a bonus, jumping even more so but absolutely not essential. Opportunities for training, to improve riding, confidence over fences or compete for the right person. We do all our own stud and breeding work. Experience with Stallions and young stock is very important. Due to cross contamination and safety of our reindeer herd we do not accept pets or own horses Minimum Requirements Previous experience working on a stud yard, preferably in a groom or groom/second rider position. Previous experience as a head groom or yard manager is preferred but absolutely not essential – right attitude is paramount. Must be a car driver and must be comfortable riding stallions, breakers and youngsters with proven previous experience of doing so. Accommodation details This is a live out position or live in as we have a stunning heated one bedroom studio kitchen shower bedroom Benefits We also have dogs and a small reindeer herd we are based 17 mins from the sea and 27 mins from aberystwyth. We have great hacks out and we are in a stunning location. Coaching and opportunities to improve riding if wanted Opportunities to compete for the right person Happy to help anyone looking to work towards gaining further qualifications Due to cross contamination and safety of our reindeer herd we do not accept pets or own horses Extremely varied role – no two
Part-time (live-out) morning family Groom/Rider required for a private estate to assist one other PT member of staff to look after 4 – 6 horses : Dressage horse, who is 17.2 an 11 year old BWB, HOYS Champion currently competing at Elementary & training Medium & upwards. 16 year old spirited Quarter Horse. He used to Barrel race as a young horse. He is semi-retired & hacks out in stock fields with sheep x2 a week. Section D/thoroughbred gelding who is 15.2 He hacks out twice a week. He loves hunting, but is really too old to be out now! Small Shetland who is the Quarter Horses companion. He has to be monitored for laminitis & sweet-itch in the summer . (2 Hanoverians away at Stud – Aiming to do young Horse Dressage with one, working on through the levels.) The role is to support trainer/rider, rider & trainer attends 3 mornings a week. Prepare for Dressage competitions with mane plaiting. Bathing. Daily grooming & physio. Massage pads & Equine Arc therapy daily. The physio is generally in every 3/4 weeks unless needed more frequently. The farrier ( Master) shoes competition horse monthly, he has remedial shoes & the vet regularly x-rays at these shoeing sessions. The Grooms run a historic and beautiful listed traditional yard with stalls, and estate office etc. Great hacking with large arable fields for gallops and some roadwork through the villages locally. All the usual duties required to a good standard. Previous experience essential. Must be able to : Bandage, Clip, Equine First Aid, Exercise/Hack Out, Muck Out, Plait, Ride, Sole charge Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
£19,400 + Annual Bonus *28 days paid holiday. *All utility bills are paid for by employer *Free lessons with a top trainer Hours 8 am to 6 pm. Rota 5 days on, 1.5 off. High-end adult-only livery yard is looking for a lightweight full-time groom/rider to join an existing professional team in North London. You must be able to ride (lots of full livery ponies that require exercising, hence the need for someone lightweight ideally 9.5 stones or thereabouts )and have previous livery yard experience and be able to demonstrate good ‘people skills’ and be happy to liaise with livery clients as a routine part of the job. Will be responsible for a set of 6-7 horses made up of Part and Full liveries. Excellent facilities based within 250 acres of beautiful private countryside to ride over. Exceptionally friendly yard close to local amenities and public transport with central London being just 30 minutes away, (only 10 miles from Marble Arch in central London.). Regular social events organised for the whole team to enjoy. All year turnout and staff who manage the paddocks and all forms of maintenance. Accommodation either own room in cottage with one other groom (overlooking fields :)), or own 2 bedrooms new mobile static home with full central heating, bathroom, kitchen, lounge and diner. Either option all utility bills are paid for . 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 Lovely position for someone who enjoys a high-end livery environment working as part of a Team but also solely responsible for assigned livery horses. Some riding included and lots of fun too! Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description To provide care for the horses at home and assist with competition preparation to ensure the smooth running of the yard and facilities. Minimum Requirements ABLE TO: Follow feeding, cleaning and water schedules set by Head/Competition Groom/Owner. Cleaning and maintenance of tack/leatherwork and other items including rugs, boots, bandages, etc. Other day to day tasks such as mucking out, feeding, turning out/in, lunging and preparing horses for exercise including knowledge of tack requirements for each horse. Communicate with vet, farrier, dentist, physio in absence of Head/Competition Groom or Owner. Assist in preparation for competitions, training and events. To cover specific tasks agreed when other staff absent. Ensure all tack and consumable repairs and requirements are noted and reported to Head/Competition Groom including bedding, feed, veterinary supplies. Report any maintenance issues to Head/Competition Groom/Owner. Assist in horse care and yard maintenance as required for all BOS horses. Ensure all fields are kept clear of droppings and poisonous plants and facing safe and effective. Lunging and Horse Walker familiarity for all horses. Act professionally, with discretion, courteously and effectively at all times To maintain effective and positive working relationships with staff, consultants, partner organisations, external organisations, sponsors and clients Capable and confident rider to hack out fit competition horses DESIRABLE: Experience of handling youngstock and broodmares Experience of managing (unwell) horses and rehabilitation techniques and programmes HGV or willing to pass PERSONAL QUALITIES: Good communication skills Comfortable as a Team Player and Sole Charge Willing to undertake relevant additional training as required An eye for attention to detail Flexible and responds positively to new challenges Accommodation details None – Live Out Benefits 5 1/2 days per week Salary £18/20k per annum (dependant on experience) NEST Pension 28 days holiday per annum Sickness cover in line with Statutory Requirements Great Location Superb Facilities Fantastic Horses
Job Description Looking for someone to work weekends mornings 7am to 10am. All general yard duties. Flexibility to cover additional hours would be a bonus Minimum Requirements Accommodation details Benefits
Job Description Groom needed to work all day, 7am to 5pm preferably on a Sunday. All general yard duties, no riding but maybe some lunging. Minimum Requirements Some sole charge so some experience of professional yards preferred. Accommodation details Benefits
Job Description Riding Instructor Fantastic opportunity to train and mentor both children and adults as part of a dedicated team in the dynamic and international environment of Dubai. The position currently reports to the Equestrian Operations Manager of the riding school. Looking for a truly dynamic and organised equestrian professional to work in one of Dubai’s leading equestrian clubs located in a uniquely green and well-equipped complex, yet only 20 minutes from the city centre. The club has both a livery section as well as an active riding school totalling 100 horses. Activities span across multiple disciplines including show jumping, eventing, dressage, cross-country, pony club or hacking. Key responsibilities shall include: Deliver equestrian instruction to riding school, livery and external clients. Monitor and strive to improve current riding levels. Ensure all club standards are adhered to, specifically for instruction and safety. Consider welfare of all school horses as paramount during lessons or whilst competing. Organise and contribute to events and competitions. Required skills: The ideal candidate must have a high standard of teaching experience, either BHS qualified or International Passport equivalent. Excellent pedagogical approach to training. Languages: English is mandatory, additional languages, specifically Arabic would be an advantage. Given Dubai’s cultural diversity, the candidate must show cultural awareness and an ability to communicate efficiently with such an international clientele. This position provides a unique growth opportunity for the candidate within a dynamic team. We offer competitive remuneration with fringe benefits including accommodation and medical insurance. Looking forward to hearing from you. Minimum Requirements BHS Stages or equivalent coaching qualification Accommodation details Individual studio Benefits Chance to compete and really improve your riding skills.
*Live in or out *IRO £350/£400 neg *Beautiful cottage accommodation (without charge) *friendly dog considered Groom required to work within a team to a very high standard on this international dressage yard. Essentially a non-riding position (maybe some hacking if capable), so really would suit someone who enjoys the Dressage environment and working with the best of horses and facilities. Keen Team player required who will be excited to work in a world-class establishment. Purpose-built International Dressage facilities:Indoor/outdoor schools, wash downs, walker, lots of well-kept post and rail turnout paddocks etc Pls Call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
* Own horse a possibility *Pets considered *Iro $500 pw *Training available 🙂 Fantastic life & career opportunity! 🙂 Job Description Candidate needs to have experience and be comfortable cleaning/bathing horses, tacking/untacking, bandaging/booting, keeping tack cared for, mane pulling, trimming and body clipping. Yard duties when not grooming for a head trainer. Grooming about 60% of position. Minimum Requirements Must have at least 6 months of working in a barn or as a full time groom. We will train, so proficiency can be acquired while here. Accommodation details Lovely furnished shared apartment on property with private bedroom, shared bath with one other, full laundry facilities, great-room, big kitchen with dishwasher, all necessary cooking/flatware/glassware and private pantry. Benefits Housing, Salary, and Workmen’s Comp Insurance. Riding lessons, horse board and training also possible.
* Competitive hourly rates * Interesting and varied role Job Description General yard work handling and looking after mares, foals and young stock, including sale preparation. Minimum Requirements Must be confident around thoroughbreds but, on sight training will always be available
Job Description Part time/Full time Riding instructor in a medium sized riding school in South East London. Experience more important than qualifications. A very friendly, relaxed atmosphere, providing regular instructor training. We are open 7 days a week and offer a wide range of lessons and activities. From forest, beach country park riding to jumping, XC, vaulting, polo cross. We have a Pony Club and offer riding for the disabled. Most of our lessons are private lessons and most of our horses are privately owned, turned out daily and cared for to a high standard, which makes them happy horses to work with. Minimum Requirements Experience in teaching a variety of levels. BHS Stage 1 and 2 would be ideal Accommodation details No accommodation provided Benefits Instructor training
* Horse considered *Professional supportive Team & environment * 5.5-day week *Salary negotiable from £350pw depending on experience Experienced Home Groom/exercise Rider for a world-renowned yard. Run by two well known and established professionals respected on the performance horse circuits in top tier Eventing, Dressage and Show Jumping as Riders and exceptional producers of young horses they are now looking to expand their Team. This is a position for an experienced professional, capable of taking sole charge when required and able to work well alongside long term Groom, owners and Clients. The role would suit someone experienced and happy in this kind of high level, but mostly relaxed environment. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate maturity, will be able to communicate well with Team and visiting clients etc. Flexibility essential and would be best suited to a very practical person able to use their own initiative/able to think on their feet. Must be able to conduct themselves well under pressure on occasions and with discretion. Naturally, you must be able to generally work and turnout (including clipping) to a good standard for a variety of occasions. Please contact Caroline & The Grooms List Team, quoting reference code JL56475 on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Close to Limoges Airport with daily flights to the UK, 5 minutes from a town where English is commonly spoken *Nice apartment 5 minutes from stud farm/training stables. * Fight ticket offered. *Salary IRO £18kpa plus accomm. We are looking for a qualified, good work rider to support our team. We have about 10 horses to train, thoroughbreds and race arabs, flat racing only. Excellent private training tracks in a relaxed surrounding. Very little mucking out boxes (only if one is on holiday), very good salary and work in a small team. Close to a town where English is spoken everywhere. If you are a licenced jockey, we will give you the opportunity to ride in races. Good rider, reliable Person. Nice appartment in town, 5 minutes from stud farm/training stable. 1 1/2 days off a week, 4 weeks holidays, flight ticket from London offered.
Job Description Groom wanted for dressage yard. Must be a capable and confident worker with a good attitude to the horses, work and colleagues. Ability to work with all types and ages of horses, including foals, stallions and competition horses. Highest of standards in all aspects of work from mucking out to competition preparation. Must be self motivated, thinking on your feet and a step ahead of the game. Minimum Requirements Accommodation details Negotiable Benefits
Job Description Stud Groom at very successful show jumping stud, to work as part of a small dedicated team in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. All general yard duties and assist with foalings, youngstock handling, stallion handling and sports horses. Preparing horses for gradings, riding, backing, breaking and producing available to the right applicant. Help with own horse too if required. Varied job throughout the stud season being a busy AI centre too. Also farm cattle and sheep and practise good land management so suit a fit capable person who is able to to take sole charge at times of a large farm and associated animals. Role can be tailored to suit the right applicant. Minimum Requirements All yard duties and able to handle mares, stallions and youngstock. Accommodation details Modern single person flat Benefits Successful stud breeding top class foals primarily for show jumping, busy AI centre, varied job with riding if suitable. Training and help if required. 5 day week.
Job Description Private event yard has two vacancies to join our team based in West Somerset. The first is for an Experienced Groom, and the second an Apprentice Groom. As well as working with our team of event horses, applicants will also be required to work with young stock and retired veteran horses Minimum Requirements Applicants for the Experienced Groom position must be a competent rider, and have a high standard in all aspects of yard work, turnout and working horses from the ground. Applicants for the Apprentice position must show a genuine interest in the job and willingness to learn All applicants must be able to work as part of a team, and be prepared to be adaptable during the competition season, and be willing to travel to events which may require a number of days away from home base. Must have use of own transport. Accommodation details No accommodation on site but a generous remuneration package for both positions will include an element of financial support and help to find local accommodation Benefits An excellent remuneration package is offered negotiable depending on experience etc. We offer a five day week on a rolling rota- 9.5 hours per day. There is a bonus scheme on offer for travel to events. Full holiday entitlement Company pension scheme available Opportunity to train with international rider and trainers Own horse/pets to be discussed at interview
*IRO £350/£400pw plus accomm neg. according to experience *Partner welcomed * 1 dog welcomed *Current Groom highly recommends (has worked in lots of positions previously but says this is one of the best!) Privately owned estate in a beautiful location with new stables, excellent turnout, private hacking, large outdoor school and a beautiful s/c two-bed ‘upside down’ cottage available. Experienced Sole Charge Groom/Exercise Rider required for a Family competition yard. Mostly a very relaxed environment without the pressure of a full on competition Grooms role on a professional yard. Daughter (17) is highly motivated and events to 2* currently and trains with some very well known names in the horse industry from a variety of the disciplines. You will need to be confident to be left in sole charge of 3 event horses belonging to this ambitious junior rider but have the maturity and sensitivity to know when to step up and step back as mother and daughter do get hands-on also when they are about. You must be capable and competent hack out solo, do fitness work, lunge etc. High turnout standards and full yard management from feeding to paddock maintenance and everything in between and all usual duties both home and away. You should also be able to clip and turnout for events. Travelling to competitions a must as is the ability to drive a 7.5t lorry. Some additional duties to include occasional care of the yard and 3 lovely small dogs when owners away. Please contact Caroline & The Team, quoting reference code JL56081 on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Accommodation available * Lessons available if interested *Pets and own horse considered *Salary iro £18k depending on experience Job Description WE NEED SOMEONE EXPERIENCED TO HELP MANAGE A BUSY YARD. WE PRESENTLY HAVE 15 HORSES WORKING AND COMPETING. THE HEAD GROOM HELPS WITH THE DAY TO DAY TASKS, ORGANIZES AND ORDERS FEEDING, FARRIER, VET, ETC. WE COMPETE A LOT SO IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE PERSON LIKES TO TRAVEL AND ALSO HAS EXPERIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION AND BIG EVENTS. HGV LICENSE WOULD BE A PLUS. Minimum Requirements PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN A PROFESSIONAL EVENTING YARD Accommodation details WE HAVE ACCOMMODATION ON SITE. Benefits MARCIO GIVES SHOW JUMPING AS WELL AS DRESSAGE LESSONS IF THE PERSON LIKES THAT.
*5 day week * Up to £400pw neg. depending on experience *(Horsey experience useful for occasional help on the yard ;)) Private household based on a small 20-acre country Thoroughbred Stud now seeking a Housekeeper who must be animal-friendly. You would be required to look after 2 dogs, as well as the main the house when the owner is away frequently during the week so some caretaking/supervision of an empty house required. You must, of course, be reliable and honest and be happy to be in a country location with periods on your own. (Subject to DBS checks) You will have some knowledge of and experience in cleaning and sanitising rooms to varying levels to meet requirements, willingness to learn new cleaning methods and how to use various pieces of equipment, ability to adapt to different situations (owner and extended family in residence/not) and be able to change work processes to accommodate employer needs etc. Example of Housekeeper Job Duties Dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures Cleaning and sanitising toilets, showers/bathtubs, countertops, and sinks Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen area Making beds and changing linens Washing windows Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and rugs Sweeping/vacuuming, polishing, and mopping hard floors Sorting, washing, loading, and unloading laundry Ironing clothing items Using any cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, and other cleaning tools Keeping bathrooms stocked with clean linens, toiletries, and other supplies Cleaning mirrors and other glass surfaces Emptying trash receptacles and disposing of waste Steaming and cleaning draperies Tidying up rooms Monitoring cleaning supplies and ordering more as needed Reporting any necessary repairs or replacements Please contact Caroline & The Grooms List team, quoting reference code JL55773 on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Dog welcomed *DIY livery yard very close by *Morning or afternoon neg. some flexibility on occasions ideal. This employer is looking for a PT right hand person experienced, knowledgeable and with horsey know how to Groom/Ride and do Person Friday tasks to work one half of the day with one other providing the other half day! You must be able to tow a trailer and have a full and clean license plus take full care and responsibility for yard/horses etc on the ground and under saddle/lunge. Person Friday duties by the same person would include some looking after 12 year old , light house keeping, care of guinea pigs and fish tanks, family dog, etc. All PC activities done by children and employer rides too. Must be good with children and a people person as well as an animal person Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Accommodation available or live out *Very competitive and negotiable remuneration from £400/£450PW Advanced Dressage Rider in training and livery with internationally renowned Rider/Coach at top yard in Oxfordshire needs an experienced Groom to care for her 6 dressage horses and help with the day to day . There could be exercise riding/more for the right person or not. The Rider/owner 100% will pitch in and help. Must be able to care for competition horses at the highest level, plait clip etc and should be happy to attend competitions at least once a month. Ideal but optionally it would be great if you were able to drive an 18t/Left hand Drive lorry. Good people skills required as well as horse skills as you will need to work on the trainer’s yard harmoniously with other staff employed there, although the horses will be sole charge responsibility. Lovely friendly yard with great team. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 Fantastic opportunity to work in one of the United Kingdom’s most professional Dressage training yards alongside a legendary Rider/Trainer and his Team but sole charge for one of his valued clients. Amazing career opportunity! Please apply directly to Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Salary IRO 1800 euros *All accommodation and food provided *Seasonal position with far reaching CV improving benefits! This world class service station and stud is looking for experienced stud hands for the forthcoming season to be based in Muhlen, Germany. Some prior experience important as some serious unmatched warmblood breeding stock is involved in this operation names such as Balou du Rouet, whose offspring’s prize money makes millions plus Sandro Hit plus stallions Fürstenball, Vivaldi, Bordeaux, Foundation, Vitalis, Sir Donnerhall I and Diarado were amongst the leading group of all German stallions according to the German FN’s 2016 predicted breeding value statistics. Last year stallions from Mühlen once again dominated the Oldenburg Elite Mare show and of the twelve mares presented, seven of them were daughters of this yard’s stallions, including the winner Candy OLD by Sir Donnerhall I. The list goes on and on and on! 🙂 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a commercial environment where the opportunity to learn is awesome but not for anyone who gets homesick or doesn’t feel comfortable in the commercial end of the horse world. The horses you will encounter are world class and it will certainly add to the breadth and depth of anyone’s experience. Fast paced and exciting in so many ways. A real ‘one off experience’ to add to the CV! Please call Caroline on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Salary 8.5 Euros/negotiable dependent on experience with no food/accommodation or utilities to pay. You will need some experience grooming competition horses One of the Most Professional SJ yards in the world – Learn your trade with the best and secure your Grooming future with a hands on job. All you need is a passport and an adventurous spirit! Enthusiasm and dedication to work along side the best horses, riders and horse people.This opportunity would be GREAT FUN and a second to none experience which would guarantee your career anywhere you chose in the future both home and abroad. A rare insight into world class horses, world class facilities and a truly remarkable experience for any groom seriously interested in getting to the top of their game. Whilst there are considerable opportunities for advancement and promotion possibilities if you wish to remain in Germany. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a commercial environment where the opportunity to learn is awesome but not for anyone who gets homesick or doesn’t feel comfortable in the commercial end of the horse world. The horses you will encounter are world class and it will certainly add to the breadth and depth of anyone’s experience. Fast paced and exciting in so many ways. A real ‘one off experience’ to add to the CV! Please call Caroline on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description *Upwards of £500pw depending on experience + pool money & bonuses paid *Friendly working atmosphere *Pets welcomed *Accommodation available/partner could be accommodated National Hunt yard looking to recruit Riders and or Rider:Grooms for upcoming season. Friendly working atmosphere and fabulous location with the best of facilities. Minimum Requirements You can be from any discipline but must be confident in handling and riding TB’s. Confident and previous experience riding out would be preferred but if plenty of riding experience in other disciplines this would also have its advantages. Accommodation details On site accommodation options single/shared/with partner 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a fabulous opportunity for competent and capable riders to get a lot of saddle time on a professional yard with quality horses and be very well remunerated and looked after as part of a professional Team. Great opportunity to experience another discipline or to put your existing experience into good use. Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description The facilities comprise 3,000 hectare (30,000,000 sqm)land in total,spacious stables,large run-in stables and horse-appropriate group-housing for the approx. 4000 horses. A constantly progressing health management and the stud-owned vet clinic provide the perfect care for the horses.These are best prerequisites to guarantee breeding and training at the highest possible professional level. Almost 200 employees, among them 14 vets, are work around the clock for the benefit of the animals and ensure perfect conditions for the approx. 700 foals that are born every year. As a rider at one of the three riding stables, you are responsible for the training and care of the horses bred by Paul Schockemöhle. Many horses which will later cause a sensation in top level sport go through our hands. The daily routine gives you the opportunity to gather a lot of experiences and impressions in every respect. The fact that a renowned trainer is always available to support you will particularly help you with your personal development. The riding stables entrusted with training the horses are three geographically separated farmsteads under a common organisational umbrella. At each of the individual sites, site managers look after the training of the horses with their teams. A jumping horse trained on the Lewitz stud runs through all three stations chronologically. Finally, the jumping horses go to the third station, the “Scheckenhof”, with its spacious, light-flooded indoor riding arena and the idyllically located outdoor riding arena which is surrounded by the racecourse and in close proximity to the Neustädter See. Dirk Hauser and Christina Heussler organise all the riding stables from here, and two highly renowned trainers are also employed – Paul Niemz and Thomas Mohr. At the Scheckenhof, the further career of each individual horse is also decided. Accommodation details The stud’s own apartments, modern and practically furnished, give you affordable living space near your place of work and make it easier for you to form and strengthen social relationships even after you finish work. On request, you will be served breakfast and lunch in the stud’s own canteens. Benefits Of course, we will help you with all the administrative issues which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance and help you with anything else that you need. We will do everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible for you.
* 5/5.5 or 6 day week optional *Salary IRO £400/£450 depending on experience *Own horse and pets welcomed *Partner welcomed This vacancy is a lovely and rare opportunity for an experienced Groom/Rider who combines the experience of working on a family yard, with performance horse know how ideally gained within a SJ/jumping environment. You will need to be a capable and confident Rider on the flat and over jumps and able to keep the family horses all going well. There could be an opportunity to compete and/or bring on younger horses if you are capable and interested but this is optional. The family have a home yard, which houses 18 quality jumping horses (currently managed by 2 FT/ 1pt & the Yard manager/ trainer) and another close by with a various assortment of broodmares and young stock, (hopefully destined for a career in SJ/jumping.) The family are looking for someone flexible to be home/away and you must be looking to join them for the long term, on an exciting equestrian journey with 3 young, ambitious daughters and supportive parents who will facilitate these ambitions. The family consists of non-riding dad who is looking forward to spending more time with his family as part of their journey, mum who is an experienced horsewoman but now prefers just to hack/school a little and 3 daughters (aged 12-15 years old) who are very keen indeed. The girls all do BSJ and want to eventually do European tours & be on YR teams. They are the focus of the role and all activities that go on with both yards, will underpin these equestrian dreams. Working alongside the FT trainer and yard manager you will enjoy working with a fellow talented Rider and old school horsewoman with very high standards. You will be mature and confident enough to know when to step up when needed and know also, when to step back. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 Fabulous chance to join a family on their exciting journey through the levels. This could also be your opportunity to prove what you can do as a Rider whilst being an integral Team member. Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*IRO £350/375 pw + accomm *Beautiful accommodation (Live in or out) *Riding available with good hacking and indoor and outdoor facilities Groom/Rider required for a small family yard. The family enjoy a variety of disciplines and the family, children and grandchildren all ride too so a happy, fun environment with lots going on. The ideal applicant will be a team-player & ideally able to ride slightly smaller horses/ponies :). There is opportunities to go hunting if you are interested. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 A good wage, for a groom with some experience who is looking for a fun role. Super facilities and top accommodation. Please call Caroline and the team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Dog welcomed *Own horse considered *Flexible accommodation options (shared/with partner/sole) *Fair remuneration Business man and former European Champion has set up an amazing centre of modern horse breeding “unique” in Europe. The facilities comprise 3,000 hectare (30,000,000 sqm)land in total,spacious stables,large run-in stables and horse-appropriate group-housing for the approx. 4000 horses. A constantly progressing health management and the stud-owned vet clinic provide the perfect care for the horses.These are best prerequisites to guarantee breeding and training at the highest possible professional level. Almost 200 employees, among them 14 vets, are work around the clock for the benefit of the animals and ensure perfect conditions for the approx. 700 foals that are born every year. As a groom at one of the three riding stables, you are responsible for the training and care of the horses bred by Paul Schockemöhle. Many horses which will later cause a sensation in top level sport go through our hands. The daily routine gives you the opportunity to gather a lot of experiences and impressions in every respect. The fact that a renowned trainer is always available to support you will particularly help you with your personal development.
Job Description In 1992, Paul Schockemöhle, a successful businessman and former European Show Jumping Champion, purchased a large site in the expanses of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. On no less than 3,000 hectares of land in the heart of the protected landscape of the Lewitz, a centre for modern horse breeding which accommodates 4,000 horses and is unparalleled in Europe has emerged over the years. Around 250 employees look after the well-being of the horses, which are kept in spacious stables and in speciesappropriate herds in the expanses of the Lewitz. The riding stables entrusted with training the horses are three geographically separated farmsteads under a common organisational umbrella. At each of the individual sites, site managers look after the training of the horses with their teams. A jumping horse trained on the Lewitz stud runs through all three stations chronologically. The “Stern-Buchholz” site is outside the gates of the state capital Schwerin. The team headed by Birgit Brandsätter and Paulo Castro here is responsible for breaking in all the horses, as well as for the further training of the dressage horses and the preparation of the colts for licensing. Accommodation details The stud’s own apartments, modern and practically furnished, give you affordable living space near your place of work and make it easier for you to form and strengthen social relationships even after you finish work. On request, you will be served breakfast and lunch in the stud’s own canteens. Benefits Of course, we will help you with all the administrative issues which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance during doctor’s visits if necessary and help you with anything else that you need. We will do everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible for you.
Job Description In 1992, Paul Schockemöhle, a successful businessman and former European Show Jumping Champion, purchased a large site in the expanses of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. On no less than 3,000 hectares of land in the heart of the protected landscape of the Lewitz, a centre for modern horse breeding which accommodates 4,000 horses and is unparalleled in Europe has emerged over the years. Around 250 employees look after the well-being of the horses, which are kept in spacious stables and in speciesappropriate herds in the expanses of the Lewitz. As a groom or rider at one of the three riding stables, you are responsible for the training and care of the horses bred by Paul Schockemöhle. Many horses which will later cause a sensation in top level sport go through our hands. The daily routine gives you the opportunity to gather a lot of experiences and impressions in every respect. The fact that a renowned trainer is always available to support you will particularly help you with your personal development. The riding stables entrusted with training the horses are three geographically separated farmsteads under a common organisational umbrella. At each of the individual sites, site managers look after the training of the horses with their teams. A jumping horse trained on the Lewitz stud runs through all three stations chronologically. The second station for training a Lewitz jumping horse, the “Rustica”, is located in the immediate vicinity of the main stud. Under the management of Janek and Melanie Hucz, the young horses take their first jumps under a saddle here.
*Horse/dog/partner welcomed * IRO 2000 euros pcm and accommodation included in the package. Fixed period contract available (reviewed at the end of first season) for an experienced Groom/yard manager/Rider (Knowledge of hunting/show jumping ), who is required to assist with 4 Irish and French hunt & SJ horses, (one a former steeple chase champion) on a beautiful 18th century french yard in the Loire valley. The Loire valley and its chateaux have charmed visitors for centuries. Their ornate architecture, elaborate decoration, and lavishly planted gardens, were designed to impress. You would need to enjoy a family atmosphere – there are other people working on the farm and on the estate and numerous English people living in the surrounding area. Duties required: Riding each horse every day.Riding is mostly exercise work but you should be capable of keeping a horse going well. No jumping required. Grooming including plaiting and clipping & tack cleaning Cleaning the tack room, maintaining the stables (some painting from time to time), polishing hunting boots, cleaning truck or trailer, etc Driving to the hunt (twice a week during season) and taking care of the horses after the day. Must be able to drive a 3.5t lorry to the meet and back which on some occasions involves a rather long day. Time off in lieu given on non hunting days . The same requirement for show jumping shows (from May till end of June) CSI 1* and National shows Working Hours/days. 5/5.5/6 days optional. 35 hour week neg. Non hunting days Yard starts at 7.30am/break from 12:30 – 3:30 pm General Smoker OK Facilities: 18th century estate with stables from the same period several meadows on the estate and the horses are given turnout No menage available so all ridden work out and about. Remuneration IRO 2,000 € / month max. depending on experience. Accommodation is included in the package. Accommodation There is some choice on accommodation – on site (an apartment over the stables) or in town 2-bedroom flat in the little town of Loches (a nice medieval city just 5 km away which has shops and bars etc). 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 Great job for the genuine Francophile and promises variety and interest. Probably worth investigating prior to application for those who don’t know, the types of hunting that go on in the region, as may not suit everyone. Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description In 1992, Paul Schockemöhle, a successful businessman and former European Show Jumping Champion, purchased a large site in the expanses of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. On no less than 3,000 hectares of land in the heart of the protected landscape of the Lewitz, a centre for modern horse breeding which accommodates 4,000 horses and is unparalleled in Europe has emerged over the years. Around 250 employees look after the well-being of the horses, which are kept in spacious stables and in speciesappropriate herds in the expanses of the Lewitz. Must hold a standard driver’s license, and a tractor license would be a bonus. Able to drive a Radlader and show ability to recognize when ‘odd-jobs’ need doing. Please note that we are a specialized training stables and work only with young horses, some experience with horses would be useful but not essential. You will be required to complete general handyman tasks around the yard, keeping the premises clean and tidy. Being able to step in and help when needed and occasionally. Accommodation details The stud’s own apartments, modern and practically furnished, give you affordable living space near your place of work and make it easier for you to form and strengthen social relationships even after you finish work. On request, you will be served breakfast and lunch in the stud’s own canteens. Benefits Of course, we will help you with all the administrative issues which come up at the beginning, provide you with translating assistance during doctor’s visits if necessary and help you with anything else that you need. We will do everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible for you.
*First class, private accommodation available *Partner welcomed *5 day week Situated in a county which is central in the UK we have a position which would suit an experienced Equestrian person who is mature and secure enough in their own skills to be able to step up when required. You must be equally relaxed about working alongside a handson, knowledgeable owner, so you also need to know when to step up and step back! This is a fabulous opportunity for a long term role combining some traditional yard management /Grooming/Riding duties with some optional ‘country living’ job responsibilities. Ideally, you will have had at least 5 years experience in the industry and enjoy grooming, a little hacking when required, (dog and house sitting etc optional)You should be capable of all grooming duties (plus clipping), happy to hack out and do canter work with fit horses when required. Excellent equine first aid skills also essential. This is a fabulous opportunity to live in first-class private accommodation either on your own or with a partner. Trailer license & 7.5 Tonne a real bonus Owners have a very well trained young German Shepherd who will need some care when owners are away so you need to be comfortable with the breed, but she is very people friendly and this aspect is secondary and optional. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a wonderful long term role for the right person . Owners want to spend more time away from their home and are really looking for someone who can seamlessly keep an eye on things and manage their home,yard and beloved animals until their return but be mature enough to take a step back when the owner is around. Please contact Caroline & Team on 0203 006 5630 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
* Training available on the ground from this exceptional horseman*Career opportunity for the switched on Job Seeker 🙂 Great opportunity to develop your career as a Groom in the exciting world of rehabilitation, pre-training and the 3* Event world! Accomplished 3-star level eventer, (competes home and abroad), is looking for someone keen to learn and grow. Attitudes and an interest in the sport are more important than heavyweight experience for this particular vacancy. Professional, fun team and a busy inclusive environment. The very best of facilities in a quiet but accessible location Please call Caroline and The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description *Salary negotiable *Days per week flexible *50% staff discount on all hotel & Spa facilities Non smoker needed for a full-time country position in North Yorkshire. Must be versatile and can turn your hand to a variety of tasks. Experience with horses and helping a person who uses a wheelchair, (some personal care). Must like dogs. 32 days paid holiday (incl. Bank holiday) The applicant must be a good communicator and have a friendly and cheerful personality and good with children. This is a live-in position with responsibility. 2 References required Accommodation details Live in main house with own bedroom Benefits Staff discounts on nearby Hotel/Spa
Job Description *Salary negotiable * Days per week flexible *50% staff discount on all hotel & Spa facilities Non smoker needed for a full-time country position in North Yorkshire. Must be versatile and can turn your hand to a variety of tasks. Experience with horses. Must like dogs. 32 days paid holiday (incl. Bank holiday) The applicant must be a good communicator and have a friendly and cheerful personality and good with children. This is a live-in position with responsibility. 2 References required Minimum Requirements Ride Safe Certificate Horse Care Teaching experience Able to train young ponies Driver Accommodation details Live in main house with own bedroom Benefits Staff discounts on nearby Hotel/Spa
*Career opportunity – Could consider someone in a trainee yard management capacity. * Salary IRO £21K neg. *Live out or live in Full Time/ Part Time Yard Manager/Assistant Manager (trainee) required by a very successful Hanoverian dressage stud which breeds & produces quality British-bred dressage horses using top German bloodlines, is now looking for a hands on team player to be the owner’s right-hand person running the yard on a daily basis. You will work closely within a Team and alongside vets, physios, farrier etc. and manage the work of the team. Would consider someone in a trainee yard management capacity and training will be provided. Ideally you will have experience of yard management, competition horses mares and young stock and you will be able to lunge/clip/turnout/handle young stock/muck out. Great opportunity for an existing Yard Manager or Grooms with basic performance horse or stud experience & who wish to have the best skills development training. Must be bright, have initiative and possess a good work ethic. Ideally interested in the world of breeding/performance horse training & development. Whilst exercise riding could be available if you would like and are competent to do, this is primarily a non riding role with the focus being on Yard/Team/Horse management. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 Now this is a position which is an outstanding career opportunity for someone who loves Dressage and wants to ‘step up’ and be involved in the management of a yard. Whilst you will be expected to roll up your sleeves and help with the day to day, you will work closely with the yard owner as her right hand person to keep things running as they should whilst she there and when she is away. At the top of their game, the standards are high and you will have to reach those in reasonable time, but there isn’t often an opportunity like this for advancement. If you are already doing the job at this level, then there is an opportunity to do this PT or to bring your skills to the table and add to this Team who are already enormously successful but poised for even greater things in the future! Please contact Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
* £400 negotiable +accommodation plus bills paid. *Very pretty 1 bed cottage (barn conversion) *Dog and horse possible *5 day week *Chance to take HGV license if required Experienced Eventing yard manager with some hunting know how required to work alongside 2 other staff to run a really friendly and fun family yard. You should be totally capable of stepping up and running all aspects but also a team player with good people and horse skills! You will of course be required to do all usual duties to a high standard home and away. HGV ideal but could put through a test so you must have some experience of driving a lorry. Rider very considerately does most of late night checks herself (!) but this role will involve total care and management of her 7 event horses (youngest is 6 years old). They are all 3 & 4 * plus the family hunters. There is something going on for the event horses all year around so never a dull season! There is always about 8-15 horses to do between the Team Great facilities close in a beautiful Nort Yorkshire location : Full size menage/x country training course/decent hacking. Fairly close to A1 so easy to get out and about. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 A real fun, long term role working for a fun and friendly family who care about their horses and their staff. Good remuneration,cracking location and considerate employers what’s not to like! Please contact Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Preparations for a very exclusive horse auction in the south of the Netherlands are in full swing. 2019 is the sixteenth edition and it promises to be a great equestrian spectacle again! The entire week prior to the auction is all about glitter, glamour, luxury and entertainment but the week of the auction itself is fast paced, hard work and an amazing opportunity to gain an invaluable insight. We are looking for grooms to join our happy and motivated team from 1st October until the end of November 2o19. We specialize in horses at all levels ranging from unbroken up to Grand Prix. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn and become part of this iconic event. Succesful applicants will receive comfortable accommodation on site and a competitive salary.
We are looking for a Rider & a Groom to strengthen our existing team at our stables in the South of Holland. The succesful applicant(s) will receive a salary & their own appartment located on our property. We are looking for hard working people with a sense of humour and who enjoy working as part of a well organised team. Experience is not the most vital ingredient – motivation and a love of horses is. Our yard comprises 45 stables with indoor and outdoor arenas. We have 7 members of staff most of whom live on site so it is important that the succesful applicant(s) can work as part of a team.
*Lovely country estate lifestyle rarely available. *Ability to ride an advantage *IRO £23.5K PA + 2-bed accommodation with access to garden area *Couples welcomed 2 x experienced thoroughbred Stud Hands required, (for the season or permanent), to work under an established Stud Groom and alongside other staff in a beautiful estate setting. A team approach to typical stud work with associated stud hours ie: sometimes quiet and other times round the clock eg: foaling season (CCTV in all flats). Ideally, you will have enough experience that when the Stud Groom is away on occasions you can step up and take charge. Some sitting up will be required. Mares and foals/young stock/R+R for racehorses all kept and some sales prep required etc. TB experience essential and ideally gained on a thoroughbred stud. Based amidst thousands of acres in the heart of Wiltshire this Stud is on a private Estate consisting of the Stud itself, farmland, woodland and gardens. Please call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
