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Job Description; daily care of horses from mucking out to feeding to taking care ,lunging ..etc all . a normal groom job . Minimum Requirements For a professional rider looking for a competition groom . 8-10 years experience in shows ,able to work alone ,dedicated ,animal lover. worked with professionals before Accommodation details single accommodation fullty furnished Benefits good salary 6 days per week
Job Description Looking for someone to look after 3 geldings and manage and maintain the yard they are kept at. It’s a private yard so only my 3 horses are kept there, you will need to: muck out, feed, groom, clean yard, poo pick fields, organise farrier, vet, feed/hay deliveries etc. Its a Part time role – 4 hours per weekday (8am-12) flexibility is needed with PM cover – 4pm-5.30 is required a few nights a week depending on my job commitments. Approx 1.5 hours Saturday and Sunday, (9am-10.30) Flexiblility in the times above can be discussed! And for further questions please email or text the mobile number below! Minimum Requirements Self motivated, friendly individual who doesn’t mind working on their own with the horses All basic yard jobs to be completed to a high standard in the 4 hours per day. The horses to be looked after and cared with the best quality and standard possible. Accommodation details None Benefits Family run, friendly yard Use facilities flexibility with hours Good wage
Job Description ⭐Equine Apprenticeship Available⭐ We are a small, friendly, professional backing, schooling and livery yard based between St Andrews and Cupar in Fife, Scotland. The Modern Apprenticeship available is an SVQ in Horse Care at level 2 or 3 with the training provider SRUC. The duration will be a minimum of 12 months with a trial period. The minimum age is 16, a contract of employment will be given. All aspects of horse care and riding will be part of the role. We get a lot of young horses to work with so a quiet, confident rider is essential. Full training for all other aspects of the job will be given and development of riding skills encouraged. Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, paid holiday, the wage will be just above the minimum wage for apprentices. Own horse welcome and room available to rent in family home 5 minutes walk from the yard. A great opportunity to gain hands on industry based experience while gaining a widely recognised qualification. Minimum Requirements Must be a quiet, confident rider and confident handling young and fit horses. Accommodation details A room is available to rent in a family home, five minutes walk from the yard in the village of Blebo Craigs. It’s a single room with sofa and tv, private bathroom and shared kitchen. A monthly clean is included. Benefits Own horse welcome. The chance to compete for the right person.
*Salary totally negotiable for the right person *Starting with a 4/5 hour day and full wage but will probably go up to FT in due course * Fabulous accommodation *Partner/horse (s) and dog welcomed (free stabling/bedding and sponsor provided forage). *Mon-Friday role (some flexibility for significant competitions required.) Fantastic opportunity for a switched on Groom and Exercise Rider (optional) to look after a small number of horses, and potentially 2 owned by HRM The Queen on a beautiful family yard run to professional standards for an ambitious young Rider currently active at 2* Eventing level. All usual duties required and if you are someone happy to ride you MUST be a capable and confident jockey able to safely hack out very fit performance horses, no question! This would suit a regular capable, experienced Eventing Groom/Rider just looking to work with a nice family considerate to your needs but obviously expecting you to combine theirs or alternatively someone with a few horses who can be flexible enough to provide the work the owners/Rider needs. Please do get in touch with Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.co.uk
*Salary IRO £22-£27K * No accommodation charges or bills *Dog welcomed Team Groom/Exercise Rider required for ambitious young 1* Show Jumping Rider. Show Jumping experience not essential but switched on trainee or experienced person with initiative and a amiable disposition is. Ideally you will have experience working with performance horses and if not already capable of sole charge, should be able to do so in a relatively short space of time with some on the job training/development. This is a family yard and the owners are keen to retain the relaxed and friendly character, but the Rider is competing Internationally and therefore things are run in a very professional manner to reflect those standards required. A current passport will be needed as even though there is a main competition Groom, the job involves some travel in Europe and Internationally. It is anticipated that candidates will be put through HGV test if not already licensed. A friendly employer, wonderful facilities to do a great job, a cheerful welcoming team, great accommodation and competitive package all await the suitable applicants. Please call Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description Yard Person for rest, rehabilitation and pre-training yard near Lambourn. Small friendly team and modern facilities. Excellent package and conditions. Minimum Requirements Applicant must be experienced with Thoroughbreds. Lightweight rider an advantage but not essential. Accommodation details Live Out Benefits
Grooms position available for beautiful family yard in Oxfordshire. Full time (5-5.5 days / week including either Saturday / Sunday). Typically 8-5pm, but hours can be flexible. Competitive salary based on experience & references. Ideal candidate must be experienced, self-motivated & happy to work with children. Job will involve all normal yard duties plus riding, schooling, lunging, clipping, plaiting etc. High turnout standards required. Candidate will be predominantly responsible for running the yard during the week and then supporting activities on the weekend. The children ride / compete on weekends so weekend cover is essential. Ideal candidate would be small enough to ride a 14.2 pony. We would also consider someone who could only commit to less days or who wants flexible time provided they have the requisite experience. Possibility to bring own horse. Option of competing some of our horses. Dogs allowed.Must have driving & trailer licence at a minimum. Minimum Requirements Accommodation details: No accommodation. No smokers please. Benefits Competitive salary based on experience & references.
Experienced Groom required for a private eventing yard with a small professional Team. Must be capable of sole charge and able to do all duties to a good standard. You must be used to exercise riding and care of performance horses. Confident/competent horse person required. You will be responsible for the care of approximately 8 event horses with the part time assistance from an established team. A very high standard of care, yard management and turnout is expected. Possibility of competing 2 wonderful school masters. Superbly equipped yard providing a wonderful environment to produce event horses.Liquid rubber matting/shavings beds/horsewalker/ indoor & outdoor school/gallops/x country course. Isolated location so must be self sufficient. Please contact Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description Experienced Groom Required for Small polo yard near Perth Minimum Requirements Previous Polo experience is not required. Applicants should have good riding and horsemanship skills. Previous professional yard experience would be an advantage. The successful candidate will have sole charge and responsibility for the horses on our farm. This will include the organisation of the horses daily fitness, responsibility for their welfare, feeding, shoeing, cleaning tack, washing bandages,washing saddle clothes, sweat-rugs and yard duties etc. Organizing and preparing ponies to travel to and from practices and matches. Responsibility for the tacking up, un-tacking and washing down the ponies during practices and matches. Accommodation details Live in or Live out. Benefits Great local riding. Living in the country but under 10 mins to the center of town. Easy access to motorway system. Railway access 15 mins away. Airport 40 mins away.
Based in the outstanding Surrey Hills countryside we are looking for someone to join our close-knit family run yard Description Working for an international event rider & member of Surrey Union Hunt this is a very exciting opportunity for someone to broaden their knowledge within a professional environment. This is a full time live-in position 5.5 days per week. Minimum Requirements Being able to work within a team is essential but equally being able to use own initiative is a must! Candidate must be confident handling fit competition horses. All usual grooming duties required. Accommodation Private self-contained flat within country house
Job Description Successful Showjumping, Producing and Sales Yard based in West Sussex is looking for an experienced Groom to take charge of day to day running of the yard. As we are currently looking for a home Groom and show groom, the head groom role could be either or a combination of both. We travel to national and international shows and would require a home groom to keep everything running smoothly at home whilst we are away whilst a show groom would come and look after and prepare horses for the ring. We have very high standards of turnout so the candidate must be able to turnout horses to a very high standard and keep the yard tidy and organised. Some riding available if desired but not essential. Must be able to clip to a high standard, plait, lunge, bandage etc Ideally the candidate would have an HGV licence and must have car licence Minimum Requirements Must have experience as a groom, running a yard and taking sole charge. Must be able to work well with others and give orders when required. Must be able to clip to a high standard, plait, lunge well and take pride in the presentation of horses and the yard Accommodation details On site accommodation in tidy apartments Benefits We are a very friendly and successful team with an on-site equine veterinary clinic and treat our staff with great respect and as equals.
Job Description International Dressage yard and stud has a position coming available for dedicated person to join our ambitious team. Role includes daily care and management of horses to the highest standards, stud work and the possibility to travel to competitions. Excellent facilities, accommodation and package with the opportunity to work with some fantastic horses. Applicants to be confident in handling fit horses and youngstock, with a keen attention to detail and an interest in the production of quality sport horses from foals to Grand Prix level. Minimum Requirements Accommodation details Excellent on site accommodation Benefits
Fantastic Opportunity We are offering the right person a full time live in position to work at our private yard caring for our horses and join our existing long term team. This position has become available due to our grooms pregnancy and her wish to move back home. Our facilities are second to none and the horses and their welfare are our priority, we have hunters and dressage horses. The accommodation is a barn conversion set in its own grounds, partners and well behaved dog welcome. The successful applicant must have previous industry experience with good references, a driving license and car due to location. All normal yard duties to be undertaken and a good knowledge of equine first aid is a must. Trailer test and 7.5 tonne a bonus.
*Up to £500pw depending on experience *5/5.5/6 day week negotiable * Accommodation available *Pets considered. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with top class performance horses and enjoys running a yard to 3* level. This is a possibility for an experienced person or someone slightly less experienced but who enjoys working on a yard where they can receive some mentoring but must have a strong desire & drive to do everything to the highest standards. You would be required to look after and help with the riding of 6 top class performance horses who regularly compete at a high level and partake in varied disciplines all year round on a private yard. There could be opportunities to hunt/compete yourself if you have the ability and interest to do so. Working alongside the owners and other yard staff (but you will often be in charge of things and expected to organise, so experience of sole charge essential) you ideally will be someone who is used to working to 3* level. Turnout ability should be excellent and you should be able to plait both manes and tails. Some of these horses compete to HOYS level so someone who actually enjoys the ‘spic and span’ approach would thrive in this role! The yard has all the mod cons you would wish for to make your life easy! Walker/ Hot wash/Washing machine/ Tumble dryer/ infra Red. Someone who can drive a lorry/tow a trailer would be ideal but not essential. Please contact Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description Small boutique teaching/ livery yard, focused on classical riding and correct development of the horses. Staff have daily lessons, and an opportunity to train for exams. The candidate will be required to carry out all stable duties, and horse care. They should be capable of taking charge on Friday and Saturday when the stable manager has days off. Capable rider an advantage, and an opportunity to teach children. Minimum Requirements High standards of care, ability to work positively in a team. Clean driving license essential. Full or part-time considered. Accommodation details No accommodation provided. Benefits Daily tuition, good opportunity to develop your riding skills. Beautiful setting close to London, and good access by public transport.
Job Description Equestrian Centre requires live out Groom/Rider. This position is required to join the existing team to assist with day to day horse care tasks and assist with the day to day exercise and training of the horses. Applicants must have proven experience in the equine industry and the ability to ride horses and ponies. You will have an enthusiastic and flexible approach and at least 1 year’s industry experience is a must. A recognised BHS qualification would be an advantage. Hours: Within a flexible working pattern – shifts available to accommodate alternative commitments. Could include early and late starts and lone working. The Equestrian Centre is a BHS approved livery yard and riding school exclusively for the use of Stowe School pupils and has twenty stables, an outdoor ménage, cross country course and 26 acres of grazing. Please complete and return the application form below in the “more information” section. Salary will be dependent on experience. Closing date: To start ASAP
Groom/Rider/Person Friday Role *Superb hacking on farm * Opportunity to hunt & one horse to lightly compete if interested*£350-£400pw + accommodation *Dog and horse welcome and partner considered *Previous Grooms remained 4/5 years respectively! Year round position(s) available with a lovely family yard in North Dorset on a well maintained estate. 4 well-mannered hunters require a reasonably experienced sole charge hunt groom for the season and someone to help with family business matters/dog care/light gardening etc out of season, so flexibility key. Competent rider essential with good standards of turnout. Out of season this is a Monday to Friday role, during the hunting season 6 day week. The second role would involve the partner working for the family business and depending on skill set would determine role/responsibilities and remuneration. Helpful to have someone with practical outdoor skills & able to drive and handle diggers etc. but also good communication skills for dealing with the public, use of own initiative, ability to work solo and supervised as required would all be helpful. Do call Caroline & the team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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.
Job Description We are looking for an experienced groom/rider to join our happy, busy and valued team. We have a mixed yard of event / dressage / para competition horses. A cheerful and enthusiastic team player essential to work with lovely horses. All normal yard duties to include mucking out, feeding, turning in- and out-of field, tacking up, washing off, clipping, plaiting and show preparation. Must be able to turn out to a high standard and enjoy the variety of staying at home and/or travelling to shows nationally and internationally. A confident rider who can help with fitness work and warm up and cool down work in the arena. Minimum Requirements Accommodation details Lovely shared cottage on site. All bills included. Benefits Full time employment with accommodation. 28 days paid holiday. Additional 8% contribution to stakeholder pension. Travel to national and international competitions.
**Please Note: This Employer is Out of Office until the 6th March and will respond to your application at the earliest opportunity upon their return 🙂 ** We are adding to our Team! This is an excellent opportunity to join our team to assist in looking after racehorses and our own bloodstock! Duties will include morning & evening stables, dressing horses over, putting horses on and off the horse walker, turning horses in and out, tacking up and various other duties. Full details available on request. Minimum Requirements Riding not essential but applications from riders welcome as there is the possibility of riding lead horses and quiet racehorses according to skill & experience. Accommodation details We can offer accommodation on site if required – double room for single occupancy only please and unfortunately we are unable to accept applications from candidates with dogs or cats. Subsidised grass livery for own horses is available. Benefits Salary according to age & experience, 6 day week with 28 days holiday. Corporate clothing provided and assistance with NVQ training with our Learning Provider, Haddon Training. **Please Note: This Employer is Out of Office until the 6th March and will respond to your application at the earliest opportunity upon their return 🙂 **
*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. Please contact Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description Enthusiastic, dedicated, adaptable person with a caring attitude needed for Riding Centre & Highland Pony Stud. Must have leadership skills and work as part of a team. Good Rider with a friendly personality and a good communicator. Showing experience would be an advantage. *Salary negotiable according to experience * 3 bedroom cottage with small garden as part of the package, partner and dog welcome, own horse considered. Driver & non smoker essential. CV & 2 references must be provided. Minimum Requirements Teaching qualifications BHS Riding & Road Safety Certificate Accommodation details House provided. Benefits
Applicants MUST have experience in the the following areas : Handling broodmares, foals & stallions Assisting with foaling Clipping, trimming, grooming etc to a very high standard. Be able to drive a 3.5t horsebox Be a competent rider able to hack out fit horses and youngsters, do fast work and assist with breaking and backing of our homebred youngstock. Working as part of a small and dedicated team you will be expected to help keep the Stud to the very highest of standards. In return we offer a super working environment, and excellent working hours. Experience in polo a bonus. start March/April2019
Job Description T0 help run small private Arabian stud / show yard. Very close to Windsor Great Park. Close to village. Minimum Requirements Competent in all stable duties, able to work in small team (2 other full time staff, plus part time staff). Enthusiastic, a willingness to learn, sense of humour, Able to take charge in managers absence. Stud work experience not essential, but competent handling skills needed. Accommodation details Small cosy, self contained flat on private estate, 200yards from the stables. All bills paid Benefits Good wage dependent on experience. Top class Arabian horses, opportunity to learn and progress in a small happy team. Beautiful private estate, very well situated close to village, and larger towns. London 40 mins by train. Opportunity to ride in Windsor Great Park.
*£22-24K pa +accommodation *Live in or out *Riding * Small dog considered *Some competition Grooming (to accompany main competition groom to tours and when main comp Groom unavailable) * Located in North Yorkshire, near York, with some of the finest facilities to allow the highest level of equine care this professional yard produces show jumping horses from talented youngsters to those competing up to 5* international level. Several of the horses are also used as breeding stallions around their competition schedule. You must be prepared to international competitions and stay away when required. Must have competition horse experience, ideally show jumping. You will be a competent rider, capable of exercising both young horses and experienced competition horses on the flat). HGV ideal but must at least have clean licence and experience transporting horses. Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Accommodation available *5 day week *Sensible hours *Dog a possibility Interesting role, recommended by those who know it! Dressage Groom (mostly home and occasional competition grooming required) for Intermediate 1 level rider aiming for Grand Prix. 5/6 liveries also on site Cheerful happy team to work alongside. This yard breeds performance horses too, so young stock handling experience useful . The position entails usual yard duties plus must be able to communicate well within the team and with the liveries. Training provided but must have some experience of handling and grooming performance horses of all ages & levels Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description We are looking for a motivated reliable person to join our full livery yard team. You will be working on our 5* full livery yard, taking on all daily duties of looking after the horses in our care along side our existing members of staff. The succesful applicant will ideally be at BHS stage 2 level /a confident rider with high standards would be also ideal. Minimum Requirements Working at BHS stage 2 level Accommodation details available on disscusion Benefits Further staff training towards BHS examination, work place pension if applicable, weekly pay, cafe on site, excellent facilites
Job Description We are looking for a new member of staff to join our riding school team as a junior instructor/groom. Working in our BHS approved riding school with wonderful faciliteis and horses. Working with us will allow for you to further your knowledge and to progress with your BHS examinations and carrer. You will be part of our exsiting team with a mixture of teaching a wide range of clients and also working on the yard including some riding. Minimum Requirements BHS Stage 2 teach Accommodation details Available on disscusion Benefits Further weekly staff training, work place pension if appicable, weekly pay, cafe on site, excellent facilities
*Professional but fun environment *Beautiful yard *IRO £350pw negotiable An experienced live out Groom/Rider is required to join a happy team at a private family yard in the Stow-on-the-Wold / Moreton in the Marsh area. The family enjoy Hunting, Show Jumping, and Riding/Pony Club activities. The family children and grandchildren ride and spend time at the yard and there are a few select liveries stabled at the yard too. The ideal applicant will be a team-player with previous experience working as a Groom/Rider, be light enough to ride the smaller horses/ponies and will need to be capable of sole charge when necessary. You will be working under a very experienced, friendly Yard Manager to help maintain the high standards of the yard. Lots of ‘fun and frolics’ to be had alongside real professionalism! Please call Caroline Carter and The Grooms List Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description The ideal candidate will enjoy being around horses, have a good sense of humour but also be hard working. Polo experience is NOT essential as we can provide all your training. We are a fun, professional yard based in the heart of the Berkshire downs with well behaved horses to handle. This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to further their knowledge in a different field and enjoys travelling. Accommodation, utilities and free WIFI are all included along with a good wage. Duties include; exercising horses, stable management and assisting at polo.
*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. 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.
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.
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.
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. We have a veterinary clinic based in Lewitz specializing primarily in equine breeding and treatment. The position we are offering provides a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of vet nursing, and we expect applicants to come with competent horse/foal training skills as well as being well presented, punctual and reliable. This is a full-time appointment involving responding to calls from outlying farms and assisting with all aspects of professional breeding. Your duties will include restocking of trucks, setting up equipment, assisting with X-rays, preparing for injections and, above all, working with our foals. You will frequently be on “foal watch” – looking after mares and their foals, helping with neonatal foal and mare care, and thus given a first-rate opportunity for hands-on learning. Work on our stud also offers a great learning experience for the prospective veterinary or vet tech student; it will include some additional on-farm duties according to your daily workload 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.
Senior Dressage Travelling Groom and Home Groom/Exercise rider required, Surrey *Salary up to £30.5K pa plus accommodation *Dog considered *Exercise riding *Accommodation and food all covered when away from base. Fabulous opportunity to be sole charge Groom for 6 lovely Dressage horses who are competed to Intermediate 1 level. Role includes all general yard duties plus organising event entries, getting the horses and lorry ready for competitions, and attending events. Should be confident and capable of exercising and lunging. Travel to shows nationally and internationally. All food and accommodation expenses met whilst away. You should be a team player, with good communication skills and of course, have experience of handling fit competition horses. 🙂 HGV license preferred but must drive 7.5t at least and training to drive bigger lorries may be offered Please call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Salary up to £26,940 – £30,500 pa + Accommodation *Dog a possibility Experienced Stud Hand & Stud Groom required to work within a growing team to manage a performance horse stud reporting to the Stud manager and the ridden yard manager. Immaculate, high end yard with 80 – 100 horses, boasting the best bloodlines in Europe. The yard has their own breeding programme, handling young stock through to international showjumping and dressage competition horses. You should be comfortable working with TB’s within a team but capable of using your initiative where required. Foaling experienced a must for the Stud Groom position but would like as much prior experience as possible of the Stud environment for both roles. Duties include : Handling young stock, mares and foals Mucking out and general yard duties Hand walking Holding horses for farrier as required, including help with youngsters Treating minor wounds, changing dressings and giving some medications as required Monitoring condition of horses in fields, checking water, fencing etc Basic first aid and care Experience in foaling down and lactating and pregnant mares essential for Stud Groom position 6 days per week (on rota). 8am to 5pm and as required during the foaling season. 28 days holiday (including bank holidays). Initial one year contract. Experienced Stud Hand salary IRO £30,500 pa + accommodation. Stud Groom salary from £26,940 pa + accommodation. Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
**Salary up to £30.5K pa plus accommodation* Pets welcomed Immaculate, high end yard in Surrey with up to 100 WB horses, boasting the best bloodlines in Europe, their own breeding programme and where the focus is on handling young stock through to international showjumping and a few dressage competition horses is now looking for someone experienced handling young stock and who enjoys helping riders get things off to the best possible start from the ground. You will need to be quiet and confident with a good eye to assist an experience rider starting the horses before turning them away and then bringing them back after 6 months to further their education and their careers. Experience handling all ages and mares/colts/gelding essential and you will need to demonstrate this with your previous roles. Mut be able to lunge and long rein. Very rewarding position for someone who knows what they are doing and enjoys playing a part in horses becoming the best they can be, started in a considered and proper way! Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*Up to £25K/£480pw *Based near a large equestrian centre so lots going on! *Live in or out *1.5 bed cottage 🙂 *Own horse and dog welcomed Experienced, reliable, flexible and self-motivated child friendly groom required for a private family yard with ménage and excellent hacking. Lots of riding including opportunity to hunt. (Lightweight rider 10 stones max). HGV preferred but not essential – you could be put through test for those without. Working as part of a bigger household team in a busy and intimate household (but not a ‘formal’ house), you will have TOTAL responsibility for 2 horses and 3 ponies with back up from a part time groom. Employer very hands off so you will need to manage children and their pc activities etc. so must be experienced in this area. Duties include : Mucking out and all general yard duties Riding, schooling to include jumping, lunging Turning out horses to a high standard clipping, plaiting and tack cleaning for hunting, competitions and PC rallies Liaising directly with vets, farriers and physio, feed and bedding suppliers etc. 2 dogs/1 cat/sheep/chickens all kept so must have relaxed approach to helping with these too. In the summer it’s all about the kids (only 2 out of 4 now ride) so you must actually like working with kids for this one! Focus is on all being in a safe, cheerful, fun atmosphere. Accommodation is a cottage which is roomy and light 1.5 beds and best for a single person but plenty of space for guests etc. Local live out fine too. Please call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.co.uk
*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! 🙂 Please call Caroline on 0203 006 5730 or 07747 686118 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description We are currently seeking a new groom for the 2019 polo season from March to October. The ideal candidate will enjoy being around horses, have a good sense of humour but also be hard working. Polo experience is NOT essential as we can provide all your training. We are a fun, professional yard based in the heart of the Berkshire downs with well behaved horses to handle. This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to further their knowledge in a different field and enjoys traveling. Accommodation, utilities and free WIFI are all included along with a good wage. Duties include; exercising horses, stable management and assisting at polo. Minimum Requirements Confident and competent rider. Accommodation details Free accommodation, utilities and WIFI. Benefits Opportunity to learn how to play polo.
Job Description We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Instructor with a progressive approach to teaching to join our friendly team at a popular riding school/BHS exam centre and Where To Train Centre. Applicants must enjoy teaching all ages and standards. During times when teaching is not required the applicant will be involved in other activities at the centre. We hold regular shows, affiliated and unaffiliated, and clinics. As we are a pony club centre there is also the opportunity for the right candidate to coordinate & take responsibility of the day to day management of the Pony Club activities; ie camps, rallies etc. Applicants must be confident riders and provide suitable references. Minimum Requirements BHS AI/Stage 3 coach in complete horsemanship Accommodation details Live-In option available (To be discussed) Benefits Further training available, Cafe on site
* £25-£30,000+ accommodation *Live in * 5 day week *Riding available if good enough but non riding considered. *Dog considered 🙂 Hands on Yard Manager required for one of the finest Show Jumping yards in Europe 🙂 Located in North Yorkshire, near York, with some of the finest facilities to allow the highest level of equine care this professional yard produces showjumping horses from talented youngsters to those competing up to 5* international level. Several of the horses are also used as breeding stallions around their competition schedule. You will be used to working hands on within a team, including all aspects of equine care, but also able to take a ‘helicopter’ view of the yard on a day to day basis to ensure all tasks are completed to a high standard and in a timely fashion. Stallion handling experience essential You will be used to working hands on within a team, having responsibility in a similar managerial role or at the least been operating as a no 2 and looking now for that opportunity to step up. Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
*5 day week *Accommodation available *Horse welcomed foc *Regular teaching and guidance from internationally qualified trainers *Transport to Events Job Description : 4*Eventing situated in West Somerset would like to employ a young rider to join our team, to event at BE level on their own horse whilst participating in all yard work including grooming and riding out Minimum Requirements We would prefer someone who wishes to compete, is a good rider and who is willing to accept the responsibilities and duties of working within a team but who is also capable of working independently. Must demonstrate a willingness to actively learn Must have a sound basic knowledge of handling horses and all yard duties Minimum age 16 years Accommodation details Accommodation provided Benefits Good rate of pay (dependent on experience) Accommodation provided 28 days holiday per annum Pension scheme available if required Accommodation and keep for one horse Regular teaching and guidance from internationally qualified trainers Transport to Events
Job Description Trainee groom’s position available on private TB stud farm with Broodmares and youngstock. Minimum Requirements Basic horse care and a willingness to learn. Accommodation details Shared cottage (with one other) with all mod cons. Benefits Training will be given Accomodation and utilities Possibility of own horse Other extras
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. Please call Caroline or Beckie on 0203 006 5730 or 07747 686118 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
Job Description Full Time Grooms required Salary range £17,000-£19,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience Potential career development and training available Working on a rota system to include weekends General daily yard duties and horse care Excellent working conditions, pension scheme and health plan Own transport necessary as remote location No riding and no accommodation We are seeking hardworking, committed and enthusiastic people, willing to work as part of a team. Horse care knowledge is desirable however this is not essential as full training can be provided. Candidates should be physically fit as this is a manual/outdoor role. Apply in writing enclosing your current CV, including details of your horse care experience or explaining why you would like to work for us. Candidates will only be given feedback if selected for interview. Previous applicants need not apply. Send your application to Mark Avison at our address. Closing Date: Monday 28th January 2019.
Weekend Grooms required Salary from £8.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience Potential career development and training available General daily yard duties and horse care Excellent working conditions Own transport necessary as remote location No riding and no accommodation We are seeking hardworking, committed and enthusiastic people, willing to work as part of a team. Horse care knowledge is desirable however this is not essential as full training can be provided. Candidates should be physically fit as this is a manual/outdoor role. Apply in writing enclosing your current CV, including details of your horse care experience or explaining why you would like to work for us. Send your application to Mark Avison at our address. Closing Date: Monday 28th January 2019
*Riding *Homely, warm accommodation *Family, fun atmosphere Groom compulsory (!) /Rider (optional)/Instructors (optional). Salary range up to £366 pw plus accomm. High level, pretty, family run livery yard is looking for a few more team members. Friendly, fun & inclusive environment with staff members and clients staying in touch for years! 14 miles North of central London, this friendly, fun, high level & family run livery yard is looking for a team player who enjoys the world of high end livery. Very inclusive environment. Some riding available type/amount depending upon your riding experience. Attention to detail is paramount. Staff will need to be capable of treating clients’ horses as their own. A good level of care and focus with a “no problem” attitude is desirable. All usual duties required. Accommodation is shared with others in purpose built houses and all bills/accommodation costs absorbed by the yard. 5 day 6 day alternate weeks Facilities include: 2 – 60 metre by 20metre arenas 2 – 40metre by 20 metre areanas x country course covered horse walker 64 stables all automatic water drinkers in each box all stables with rubber flooring 2 standard size arenas x-country course horse-walker Please apply and call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
