How to write an effective job vacancy advert

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Finding and employing a new member of staff for your yard can be a daunting prospect, with so many possible routes to consider and potential pitfalls along the way. Whichever route you choose, to stand the best chance of success you are going to have to write an advert for your job vacancy. To help you out, The Grooms List team has put together a suggestion for the recipe to a good job vacancy advert. This will not only help you not only attract equine jobseekers, but will help you to define your needs and your wishes regarding your next equine employee.

What you will need

First and foremost, an active subscription to The Grooms List website. The Grooms List has been evolved from traditional designs to give you the tools you need to fill your equine job vacancy as easily and as quickly as possible.
Our easy-to-use Post A Job form walks you through the process of writing your advert, prompting you to provide the information required for jobseekers to find your vacancy, and for them to make the decision to enquire or apply for it.
Ideally, some nice photographs that will bring your job to life for jobseekers, by featuring the horses, the yard, the accommodation and maybe even the environment they are considering joining.
You also need to ensure you are familiar with the latest employment legislation and that your salary package is compliant with this, particular to your country of residence. See Useful Links for more information.

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JL73260 Dorset – Live In Family/Hunting/Eventing Groom required

Ferne Park Estate

Live in Dorset, UK

Hunting / Eventing groom required for family (with children aged 10 – 25 years) that regularly hunt with Portman, BV and other hunts and one family member that events during the British Eventing season. Must be capable of all usual duties to a very high standard, occasional sole charge (although mainly working with Head Groom and other employees), meticulous attention to detail with yard and horse management, HGV would be a bonus. Good people skills and enjoy working with children. Exercising, possible hunting, event groom at times, good turnout, clipping, plaiting. Previous experience is necessary. Hunt horses live out in summer – but some stay in and continue work. Eventing, maintenance work and horse care out of hunt season. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS REQUIRED: Previous relevant experience. Longevity in suitable roles. Excellent references. Start date: November 2020 Holidays: Statutory No. of Horses: 12 horses/ponies Accommodation: 1 bed apartment for single occupancy Days/wk: 5 Driver: Yes Own car: Yes HGV: Bonus Pets: Dog Horse: NO (local yard possible) SALARY PACKAGE & Pay Dates: Negotiable depending on experience. £350 – £420 per week FACILITIES: Horse walker/Excellent hacking/excellent equine facilities.

JL42368 Surrey – Groom professional family yard, Show Jumping Sports Horses

paddock woods

Live in Surrey, UK

* 5-day week * Partner welcomed Job Description 1 groom for busy family yard – live in with partner following own job route. Minimum Requirements experience and attention to detail and a genuine desire to do the best for each horse in your care Accommodation details on site double bedroom warm new and centrally heated mobile home with small garden area. Benefits professional yet fun yard with caring employer and pretty location with opportunity to upgrade skills

JL75531 Kent – Stud Groom Required.

Mysave Limited

Live in Kent, UK

Job Description *Accommodation available onsite *Would possibly suit a working couple. *Competitive salary *Own horse a possibility Stud Groom required for thoroughbred stud in Kent, Candidates must have experience in all aspects of the industry including Foaling, Sales Prep, breaking and rehabilitation. As well liaising with Vets, farrier, suppliers and the stud owners, a good knowledge of farm machinery and paddock maintenance would be a plus. Would possibly suit a working couple, accommodation available onsite and a competitive salary will be provided dependent on experience. Accommodation details Cottage accomodation for 2. Benefits Pension and competitive salary.

JL75526 Gloucestershire – Competition Groom required on an interesting Eventing/Rehabilitation and Pretraining Yard

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Gloucestershire, UK

Great opportunity to develop your career as a Competition Groom in the exciting world of rehabilitation, pre-training and the 3* Event world if you can drive a 26t lorry! *IRO £450pw plus accommodation Accomplished 3-star level eventer, (competes home and abroad), is looking for someone to help the Team when at home but also to drive his lorry and manage competition horses home & abroad when competing. Ideally, you will have previous experience and an interest in the sport. Professional, fun team and a busy inclusive environment. All duties required and good standard of turnout, horsemanship and competition experience essential. The very best of facilities in a quiet but accessible location. Please call Caroline and The Grooms List team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL75507 Wiltshire – Eventing/Dressage Yard. Apprentice Required. (Riding optional)

Swiss Eventing

Live in Wiltshire, UK

Job Description Be part of our Team and help us look after our event- and dressage horses. We are a friendly but professional yard and are looking to find someone who is prepared to work hard, has good social skills and some experience in handling horses. Every third week end off. 28 days holiday per year Single accommodation Fair wage package and own horse welcome. Training for NVQ/BHS exams if desired. Riding not essential Minimum Requirements Must have experience in handling horses Accommodation details Single, clean 2 or 3 bedroom mobile home or shared cottage Benefits Bring your own horse Get qualifications whilst working Be part of our team

JL72844 Hampshire -Yard Supervisor.Professional Showjumping team and livery yard.

Blackwater Equestrian

Live in Hampshire, UK

Job Description Yard Supervisor * Opportunity to compete and travel abroad. *Salary very negotiable depending on experience * Accommodation available * Basic utility bills paid.*Pets & own horse considered Professional Showjumping team and livery yard – opportunity to compete and travel abroad. We are looking for an experienced rider groom for a friendly family yard. Must be live in ….. Exercising and schooling of horses. The job will be working with a team on your own. Ability to turn out to a high standard. Take pride in taking control and running a tidy, clean yard. We would want the horses and ponies to be loved as your own. Must be able to drive. Minimum Requirements Over 18 Accommodation details Accommodation on site Benefits

JL64259 Somerset -Experienced Groom/Rider to work with Event Team

Blackford Eventing

Live out Somerset, UK

Job Description *5 day week. *Shared distribution of weekend work with other staff *Bonus scheme in place for competition travel The job entails working with a range of horses ranging from advanced event horses, young stock, brood mares, retired horses and everything in between. We are looking for a capable groom who must be able to work as part of a team, have a sense of humour (essential) and be willing to learn. We have excellent training in place, and help will be given if you wish to develop qualifications. It is also important that you are happy not to ride all the time but be able to undertake all aspects of equitation from the ground. Must be willing to travel to competitions and be away for several days at a time Must have a current passport Must be able to drive and have own transport The benefits of the job are: 5 day week. 9.5 hours per day Shared distribution of weekend work with other staff Very good salary depending on experience Statutory holiday Time off in lieu of working on bank holidays or double pay Pension scheme if required Bonus scheme in place for competition travel Live out position – but assistance given, with discussion Would consider part time or freelance applications Minimum Requirements Must be a capable rider, with sound knowledge of all yard work. Must be presentable when at work or travelling to events. Must be able to be adapt and to work independently. Accommodation details Live out position but assistance given with discussion Benefits

JL75341 Derbyshire, Peak District – Live-out, Part-time Groom required.

Highgate Farm Livery Limited

Live out Derbyshire, UK

Job Description Small family livery, in Peak District on the Pennine Bridleway. Part-time help required for grass livery (assisted), meadow grazing 24/7 all year, daily checks, hay nets, rugs, vets/farrier. Mostly unbacked, out of work. Minimum Requirements Groom/yard experience, preferably suit a freelance Groom Accommodation details N/A Benefits Hourly rate, to be agreed

JL75354 Experienced Groom – International Dressage Yard. (Home based).

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Gloucestershire, UK

*Live in or out *Salary iro £400 gross plus beautiful cottage accommodation (without charges). 🙂 Fab career/CV opportunity 🙂 Experienced Groom required to work within an established team to a very high standard on an international dressage yard. Competent Grooms from any discipline considered. You must be a team player and as this is essentially a non-riding position (maybe some hacking), it would suit someone who enjoys the Dressage environment and working with the best of horses and facilities at home. This is a world-class establishment – ideally you will be able to step up when Riders and competition Grooms are away for periods of time. Pls call Caroline & The Grooms List team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL20629 Germany Experienced rider

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

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.

JL75253 County Durham – Equestrian Centre Manager Opportunity.

PEC Ltd

Live out Anywhere

Job Description *Up to £24kpa *Accommodation available if required Equestrian Centre Manager. Minimum BHSAI. 4/5 days per week, including one weekend day. An integral part of the Senior Team to assist in the day to day running of our busy Riding School, Livery yard and competition centre. Be efficient in Health & Safety, Risk Assessment & Equine care. Be self-motivated and enthusiastic to work with our team. Can help locate accommodation if required. Minimum Requirements BHSAI Accommodation details Can help locate accommodation if needed. Benefits

JL72824 Berkshire – Groom Required for riding and stable duties private point to point yard.

Timothy Underwood

Live in Anywhere

*Accommodation available *use of a van *Own horse and dog welcomed *NMW Job Description I have a small private point to point racing yard near Newbury Minimum Requirements No need for Work riding experience, but ride to a good standard for general exercise Accommodation details Bed sit and separate bath . Benefits use of van

JL75119 Worcestershire – Polo Stud Groom. (Riding optional).

castle gate equestrian

Live in Live out Worcestershire, UK

Job Description polo stud , handling of young stock and active playing horses Minimum Requirements bhs stages , experience handling stallions and young stock Accommodation details static caravan Benefits on site hacking. keep your own horse , sand menage flood lighting , walker and lunge pen

JL75099 Bicester, Oxfordshire – Part-time, live out Groom for a part and full livery yard.

Lower Farm Livery Yard

Live out Anywhere

Job Description Approx 25 hours a week to include some at the weekend. Reasonably flexible on days. Yard hours are 7.30-12.30 and 1-5 pm so hours can be made up of a mixture of both or full days. £9.20 per hour gross on the payroll. General Yard routine: feeding/haying/watering. Mucking out/ bedding down/sweeping. Rugging up/ turning out/ bringing in. Grooming/ bathing/tack cleaning. Other associated jobs ie building sj’s/ stable painting/hand walking. Riding is not required, an ability to lunge is desirable. Motivated, friendly, efficient person required to work with like minded team. You need to be physically fit but this is not a stressful or complicated job and follows the same routine every day. Kind owners and generally polite, easy pleasure horses. Based on an attractive, well organized yard. We are looking for someone up to speed with the above work who ideally has the ability to start immediately. No accommodation and own transport required. Minimum Requirements Accommodation details Benefits

JL74937 Gloucestershire – Full-time Rider/Groom. Dual-purpose racing yard

Jonjo O’Neill Racing

Live in Cotswolds

Job Description Full time at dual purpose yard Jonjo O’Neill Racing, job involves looking after your allocated horses, riding out, going racing and being an integral part of our team. Minimum Requirements Over 16 years old. Previous riding experience; not necessarily on race horses. Accommodation details On site accommodation available. Benefits Work every third Wednesday afternoon and work every third weekend, giving you two consecutive Wednesday afternoon and weekends off.

JL74546 Surrey,Nr Godalming – Live Out, Experienced, Sole Charge Groom for Private Family Dressage Yard.

Hydon Farm

Live out Surrey, UK

Job Description *5 or 6 days a week *Great new facilities Due to our lovely groom taking up a non – horsey career path, we are a private family dressage yard looking for an experienced groom to take sole charge 5.5 days a week. Our current groom highly recommends and is happy to talk to anyone. aprox 30 – 35 hours a week, excellent rates of pay 5 – 7 horses ranging from Shetland, young horses, through retired to FEI competition level. We are looking for someone who has good knowledge and horsemanship skills. The position entails all usual yard, stable and field duties. This will include pooh picking fields daily, harrowing the arena weekly, moving hay, cleaning troughs as well as the more fun parts so please do not apply if you do not wish to do these things! You should be confident handling all types of horses of any age with the experience to cater for sensitive horses and young horses without supervision. This would be a very rewarding role for someone who enjoys following the progress of the horses. This is not a schooling position but confident hacking exercise riding, ground work and lunging will be required. Training is available for the right person. Great new purpose built facilities. Looking for a kind, knowledgeable, organised and hardworking person who is flexible, fun, works well with others and has a can do attitude. We have a very busy life both working extensively full time so common sense and previous experience are essential. It will suit someone who is a self starter and takes pride in their work and will look after our family yard as if it were their own. Must enjoy being around children. Must be a driver with own transport as we are not on public transport route and live within 30 minutes to be realistic during winter. No accommodation. No Smoking Minimum Requirements Previous experience of sole charge Accommodation details None Benefits Holiday, sick pay

JL74712 Experienced Stallion Manager/Stud hand/Groom for large Arab/Anglo Arab/Trakehner yard & stud.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Belgium

*5 day week (some flexibility required) * IRO 2000 euros neg + accommodation and bills Our client who is a renowned International Arabian horse showing Judge is looking for a competent and experienced Stallion Manager/Stud Hand/Groom who likes the breeds involved in this role (Arab/Anglo Arab/Trakehner). Smartest of yards based in Belgium and housing IRO of 110 horses. many others are also employed of course and as with many non-UK yards, a lot of labour-saving machines are used too!! Mares, foals, riding horses and stallions on-site so must handle all the various ages/sexes etc The owner has a passion for her horses and this not a commercial enterprise. Showing/dressage/in hand work all done to a very high standard. The owners also arrange a large International 3-day show annually. A nice apartment is available on the farm Please call Caroline on 0203 006 5730/07747 686118 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL13336 Wiltshire – Experienced Thoroughbred Stud Hand (temporary/6 month contract or permanent).

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Wiltshire, UK

*Lovely country estate lifestyle rarely available. *Ability to ride an advantage but not essential *IRO £20-24K PA + accommodation A genuinely experienced, live in thoroughbred Stud Hands with a ‘solid Cv’ required, (for the season possible permanent), to work with an established team in a beautiful estate setting. Experience of foaling required and also yearling prep, sales etc. 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 to step up and take sole charge on occasions. Mares and foals/young stock/R+R for racehorses all kept and some sales prep required etc. TB experience essential and must have been gained working as a Stud hand 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

JL57243 Wiltshire – Experienced Event Groom/Exercise Rider Required.

Woodland Farm Eventing

Live in Live out Wiltshire, UK

Job Description Live in Groom/Exercise Rider required to work in a 5* eventing yard – a professional, private yard near Devizes, Wiltshire. 8 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. Flat and Jump lessons will also be available with the professional as part of your employment. Competitions also possible on own horse as part of our competition schedule 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 an apprentice groom/rider. 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.

JL73762 The Cotswolds – Freelance Groom Required

Private Yard

Live in Live out Warwickshire, UK

Job Description Based on a private family yard on the Warwickshire/Cotswolds border, we are looking for an experienced freelance Groom to drive a 7.5T lorry to shows with a young female rider who competes around the UK. Winter months quieter, but Spring and Summer much busier during school holidays. You will be required to stay overnight on occasions with the rider and to undertake light grooming duties for the ponies. Must have a 7.5T lorry licence. Flexibility is a must. Minimum Requirements 7.5T Lorry Licence Accommodation details Benefits

JL74656 Gloucestershire, nr Cheltenham – LIVE OUT Groom/Exercise Rider (pre training, rehabilitation, eventing and sales)

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live out Gloucestershire, UK

*Salary negotiable *Junior or established grooms welcome to apply Exciting and fun professional yard set up at the end of 2019 and having much success, is now searching for a new person to work alongside a motivated and successful team including a well-known, experienced 4* eventer with a string of notable successes under their belt. The fun, work hard/play hard yard requires an enthusiastic and capable individual to join this vibrant and ambitious new business. You must be a competent rider along with the practical skills to help in the day to day riding at and running of a large yard specialising in pre-training, rehabilitation, eventing and sales. All usual duties required, to a high standard – this is an organisation going places! The business currently, is almost fully staffed with full and part-time members who look after and compete a variety of young and mature thoroughbreds/sports horses. This opportunity includes travel to shows, plenty of riding including some lessons at home with training and support for the successful applicant. Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL74595 Surrey – Part-time help required for Private Yard, (live-out).

Family Yard

Live out Surrey, UK

Job Description We have an excellent, immediate part-time opportunity for a hands-on, experienced, organised and professional individual to join our friendly yard, caring for 6 horses, including rescue horses. There are a number of other, self-sufficient animals who need their welfare managed. The ideal person will be friendly, approachable and have a love for horses. You will need to be self-motivated, willing to learn and have a high standard of care and turnout. The job involves helping to run the yard, overseeing medications, working with the vets and farriers. You will also be expected to undertake general yard duties such as mucking out and feeding. Good knowledge of horse care and the ability to spot signs of illness and injury is of critical. Crucially, the role involves assisting in the development and building the confidence of the rescue horses and helping them to overcome their separation anxiety. This is a fun and rewarding role with lots of variety, working in a small friendly team but also on your own, for someone who is assertive and calm in their handling of horses. Minimum Requirements Private Yard experience preferred. Accommodation details N/A Benefits Competitive rate per hour

JL74571 Switzerland – Assistant Manager. Performance Horse Stud

Hasenacher Stud&Farm

Live in Switzerland

Job Description *Salary £ 29,700 PA Totally negotiable * Lovely apartment *Pets welcome *Car available for use NB: COVID STATUS: Presently, from GB 2 weeks quarantine is mandatory BUT this will be on full pay and you would be well catered for (shopping etc). Minimum Requirements: excellent horse knowledge, horsemanship, experience with horses, responsible and reliable person, able to work in a team and independently: daily care of horses, handling young stock, mucking out: Language English or German: British, Euro or EFTA Passport Accommodation details: Very nice apartment on the farm Benefits. good salary, 13th. month extra, 50 hours per week, 4 weeks paid vacation

JL74507 Cambridgeshire – Personal Assistant/Groom to the Director (live-out) plus yard management duties.

Nymandale Farm

Live out Cambridgeshire, UK

Job Description Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom. Hours: Monday to Friday, typically 08.30 to 17.00 hrs. although some flexibility with this requirement is possible for the right candidate. Salary: Competitive and negotiable depending on the experience and quality of the right candidate. An opportunity to be a Personal Assistant to the Director of a company providing financial advice and other Wealth Management Services to high net worth individuals, businesses, charities and trusts. You will also be required to assist in the day to day management of a number of horses stabled in a private competitive dressage yard. Knowledge, skills and experience: – Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal English. You will be numerate. Able to work with minimal supervision. Friendly, professional and flexible attitude. Ability to write client correspondence to a high grammatical standard. Competent working knowledge of Microsoft Word. A high degree of comfort and ability in the use of IT in general. A driving licence. A level of personal fitness and general health up to the physical demands required by the daily management of 8 horses and their facilities. Your own, reliable transport. A liking for or at very least a tolerance of dogs. Responsibilities may include: Responding to client enquiries and supporting the Director in delivering a high standard of client service. Writing grammatically correct and properly constructed client correspondence. Responding efficiently and professionally to incoming calls, emails and correspondence from clients and business partners. Prioritising and organising your own workload and that of the Director when required. Providing effective resolution to incoming queries. Making outbound calls to organise meetings. Updating CRM data. Analysis of data and preparation of financial reports & meeting data packs and materials. Submitting and following-up data access request made to other UK regulated financial services firms as required for client Wealth Management work. Ad-hoc office and administrative duties i.e. organising events, dealing with post, shredding confidential waste etc. Duties connected to meeting Data Protection and other compliance obligations. Mucking out and bedding down up to 8 horses per day. Renewal of water, feeds and hay nets etcetera. Maintenance of the cleanliness and appearance of the stables and other areas of the equine facilities as required. Daily turning out to and collection from grazing. General supervision and action as necessary to protect the health and security of the horses

JL74468 Buckinghamshire – Grooms/Riders (Livery yard and BHS approved ‘where to train’ centre.)

Shardeloes Farm

Live in Live out Buckinghamshire, UK

Job Description *Option to train * Beautiful off-road riding *Accommodation available *5 Day week *Horse welcomed *FUN! Looking for experienced and reliable Grooms to join our busy and expanding yard with the option to train . You must be highly motivated and willing to work as part of a team. A teaching and care qualification to minimum of BHS Level 2 is preferred but not essential as on site training can be provided. We are a large BHS approved riding school, livery yard and “Where to Train” centre. We have excellent facilities set in 550 acres of beautiful off-road riding with opportunity to further train and develop . In order to apply for this role you must be confident in handling all types of horses, grooming, tacking up, leading in lessons, mucking out and all aspects of yard work; everyone mucks in and helps each other out. You must be able to ride in a confident and sympathetic way and enjoy teaching children and adults of all abilities in groups and 1:1. Minimum Requirements Enthusiasm Reliability Conscientious • Riding • Driving license • Equine First-Aid • Schooling • Lunging • Bandaging • Clipping • Teaching • Trim/Pull • Sole Charge • Exercising • People Skills Accommodation details On site accommodation may be available but no pets. Benefits Excellent Working Conditions Professional, fun environment Top class facilities Variation in Role On-going training for BHS exams

JL74338 Near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire – Senior Thoroughbred Stud Hand/Assistant Stud Manager.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Gloucestershire, UK

*Up to £25k pa depending on experience * Pets considered*Accommodation available (beautiful location, could suit a couple). Small, boutique stud where everyone pitches in with all duties, is now looking for an experienced and Senior Stud Hand/Assistant manager. There are 20 horses 0n the stud in/out of training etc including mares and followers. The Stud sells colts at sales and race fillies so yearling prep know how important as are good turnout skills. Some foaling experience ideal. Must be able to step up and cover Stud Manager’s days off/holidays. Out of season Stud management/maintenance is a key part of the role so candidates should be happy with all aspects of that and the various items of machinery used including tractors/mowers/hedge-cutters etc. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This would be a fab opportunity for an experienced TB Stud Hand who likes working with smaller numbers on a stud able to focus on producing quality stock. Also perfect for someone looking for an opportunity to take that step up and work alongside some very knowledgeable professionals. Please contact Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL20763 Germany Breeding Assistant / Groom Stud

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description In 1992, 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 species-appropriate 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.

JL73061 Groom, Farm/Stable Hand required by Top International Stud

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

Job Description Farm/Stable-Worker The Paul Schockemöhle Pferdehaltung GmbH has created a remarkable centre of modern horse breeding in the last few years. At present, as many as 3,500 horses are the pride of the Lewitz stud, and 750 foals are born each year. We are looking for people willing to work with our horses. The job include a variety of different tasks, from assisting veterinarians and blacksmiths while treating the horses to maintaining our facilities. Experience with young horses would be an advantage. We`re looking for hard working, competent people. We offer you an accommodation (single or double rooms) and meals on the yard. Rooms cost around 190 € per month, including electricity and water, breakfast and lunch around 152 € per month. Your salary will reflect your own particular skills. The basic starting salary is 1792,05 monthly before tax, which will depend on your age and skills, and vary between approximately 350 € to 400 €. The stud will finance your safety boots and insurance fees. Come and visit us for a 3 days work trial. If your skills meet our requirements we can definitely offer you immediate employment, so remember to bring along everything you might need for a longer stay. Of course, we will help you with all 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. Very important: if you are no EU-citizens, you need a valid work visa for Germany! Minimum Requirements horse experience Accommodation details We offer you accommodation (single or double rooms) and meals on the yard. Rooms cost around 190 € per month, including electricity and water, breakfast and lunch around 152 € per month.

JL20656 Non breaking rider required at top international stud

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

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.

JL73718 Isle of Man BHSAI (or equivalent) 2nd in command to Head Groom/Instructor Required

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Isle of Man

*£20k pa. * Various options for accommodation*Dog and horse welcomed *Chance to get first aid training and qualifications 🙂 FYI Equestrian life goes on near normal on the Isle of Man with competitions/hunt balls etc still going on – You will be required to self isolate for 2 weeks on arrival but you will be on the payroll during that period and assigned tasks that adhere to this status 🙂 First class Equestrian Centre, also a registered Pony Club Centre offering a wide range of equestrian activities for all levels of ability, is looking for a special someone to replace longstanding and much loved Instructor and second in command person. Teaching all ages and experience levels, from absolute beginners or working to improve skills for competitions, this friendly team puts together programmes to suit. All levels of ability catered for including, novice, intermediate, disabled and experienced. Do call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL73628 Gloucestershire – Experienced Rider and Business Manager. (Pre training, rehabilitation for a succesful eventing and sales)

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Gloucestershire, UK

*Salary IRO £25k + accomm (Neg.) *Horse and pets considered *Live in or out Exciting and fun professional yard set up at the end of 2019 and having much success, is now searching for a talented 2nd Rider (for a variety of young and mature thoroughbreds/sports horses) and a Business Manager to work alongside a motivated and successful team, (including a well-known, experienced 4* eventer with a string of notable successes under their belt and who manages the yard day to day). You would need to be experienced and skilled enough to be “second in command” balancing the role with all aspects. You will have demonstrable practical skills, energy, enthusiasm and maturity to help in the day to day riding and running of this large, busy yard. Knowing when to step up and when to step back will be important, as will be good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a high energy team. You would need to be able to demonstrate that you are a competent rider (min 5 years competitive riding in eventing or showjumping and you may have a variety of experience with young horses, sport horses and thoroughbreds at all levels). This is a unique chance to ride and produce horses at various stages in their careers with the opportunity to compete whilst balancing Business Manager responsibilities. The successful applicant will have both management skills and be tech-savvy enough to deal with the administrative side of equine business, including basic IT/PC skills, accounting software etc. Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL73530 Surrey – Live Out, WEEKEND Experienced, Sole Charge Groom For Private Family Dressage Yard

Hydon Farm

Live out Surrey, UK

Job Description Private family dressage yard looking for an experienced freelance groom to take sole charge 2 days a week. Approximately 5/6 hours a weekend. 5 – 7 horses ranging from Shetland, through retired to young horses and FEI. Looking for someone who has good knowledge and horsemanship skills. The position entails all usual yard, stable and field duties. You should be confident handling all types of horses of any age with the ability to cater for sensitive horses and young horses. This is not a schooling position but confident hacking exercise riding, ground work and lunging may be required. Great new facilities. Looking for a kind, knowledgeable, organised and hardworking person who is flexible, fun, works well with others and has a can do attitude. We have a very busy life both working extensively full time so common sense and previous experience are essential. It will suit someone who is a self starter and takes pride in their work. Must enjoy being around children. Must be able to turn out well and prep for shows/competitions. Must be a driver with own transport as we are not on public transport route, ability to drive 7.5 Ton an advantage. No accommodation. please do read the description fully, if you do not have transport, dont currently already live within 30 minutes of GU8 4, are a smoker, or have Previous references this is not the role for you. Minimum Requirements Previous experience of sole charge Accommodation details None Benefits

JL73394 Shropshire (TF10) – Live out Yard Groom.

Julie Templeton Show Team

Live out Shropshire, UK

Job Description Yard groom for a busy showing yard in Newport Shropshire hours flexible according to requirements both ways. Minimum Requirements Experience in mucking out and general yard duties. Reliable, hard-working and ability to work to high standards Accommodation details NONE Benefits

JL73210 Hampshire Showjumping Groom/Exercise Rider (optional) Required

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Hampshire, UK

One of the world’s most successful show jumpers and trainers is now looking for an experienced Groom/Exercise Rider (optional) to add to his team. As an Olympic gold medallist, dual European champion, triple Hickstead Derby winner who has jumped on over 100 Nations Cup teams and won over 50 major Grand Prix this position requires a professional horse person, someone with prior, demonstrable experience of performance horse grooming to a very high level. Competency handling all ages of high-value horses is essential. The employer’s children are now following in their father’s footsteps showing exceptional talent and skill in pony classes (between them they have won several national titles and championships.) You will need to be comfortable in a professional but family situation knowing when to step up and when to step back. There could be exercise riding involved in the role (possibly more over time), but you will need to be a seriously competent rider. Would consider someone from another discipline but would need to be operating at the level described and willing to make the transition with enthusiasm. The Riders spend 90% of the year on the road at events across Europe and America, climbing the ranks and finding special horses to keep this talented family competing at the top level. The yard trains a talented stable of 10 to 15 horses at any given time at the top level of showjumping sport. The support team at home consists of top grooms and managers ensuring the horses are cared for to the highest standard. Each rider and horse are mentored, trained and has shows planned for the development of the combination. A very exciting team to be a part of but would only suit someone happy to embrace the lifestyle and earn their part in the team for this top-level facility. Entirely dependent on experience but competitive and will not be a barrier for the right candidate Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL20625 Grooms/Stud Hands/trainees/working couples required -Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

*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.

JL73089 Gloucestershire – Event Yard Groom/Rider. (Live out)/

Dickon Reader Eventing

Live out Gloucestershire, UK

*Dog and own horse considered *Fabulous location and facilities *Opportunity to gain HGV license. Job Description We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic groom to join our fun and successful team. The right applicant will be required to carry out all daily tasks involved with our horses – ranging from foals to 4*. The role will involve keeping the yard clean and tidy, turning out horses to a high standard, grooming at training/ competition outings, as well as hacking and fitness work. There is the opportunity to gain HGV license. Minimum Requirements Applicants much be confident dealing with big, fit horses and must be able to ride to a good standard. Experience with young horses would be desired but not essential. Full driving licence and car is needed for this job.

JL72916 Wiltshire – Experienced Event Groom/Exercise Rider for 3* Rider

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Wiltshire, UK

*£360-£450 depending on experience and qualifications plus accommodation & bills *Own horse welcomed *1 Dog welcomed We are looking for an experienced Groom/Exercise Rider to work alongside 3 other members of staff for a 3* event rider in a professional, fun but busy top level event yard. This is a role which would suit a hard-working, professional self-starter who ideally has done the job before and who wishes to excel in a professional eventing environment. You should be capable of both sole charge and teamwork, whichever is required on a day to day basis There are 24 horses in total, 12 of whom are ‘home’ at the moment. A second farm has the mares, foals and young horses up to two years old. Experience (and interest) with young stock is an asset as the team, most years will back two or three young horses over the winter. The role entails normal stable duties including professional management of competition horses, liaising with vet, farrier, massage and physiotherapy professionals etc. Candidates would be experienced in clipping, trimming, plaiting and turning out for competition, as well as handling fit (though sane!) event horses. There will be travel to events at home and abroad planned when things return to normal so a lorry driver is ideal, although not essential. Accommodation is very nice with a shared kitchen and lounge with en suite bedrooms. Please contact Caroline & The Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL71104 Cheshire – Experienced Thoroughbred Stud Hand Required.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Cheshire, UK

* Negotiable depending on experience but very competitive*Shared accommodation on site(would consider live-out) Experienced stud hand required to work with the rest of the team. This would be during yearling prep initially and then general stud duties after the sales season and is a year-round position, not seasonal. A team approach to typical stud work with associated stud hours ie: sometimes quiet and other times round the clock eg: foaling season. Tractor/lorry driving is welcomed but not essential Mares and foals/young stock/ racehorses all kept and some sales prep required etc. TB experience essential and ideally gained on a thoroughbred stud. Please call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com Please note call Caroline & the Team will be ‘screening’ suitable applicants between 9-2pm . Pls could call us during those times on 0203 006 573. Please make sure your job seeker profile is up to date and that you have a current CV attached. We look forward to speaking with you then about this super opportunity 🙂 C x

JL20764 Driver / Handyman

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

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.

JL71662 Warwickshire. Show Jumping Groom – Home Groom/Some Competitions

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Warwickshire, UK

*Package totally negotiable for someone with desired skills, experience & qualifications * Various very nice accommodation *HGV essential (26t lorry) & experience of driving in Europe Lovely, long term job position suited to an experienced and competent person on a family yard with top competition standards for a husband and wife combination used to competing at the highest levels. This family-run show jumping yard needs someone who ideally could exercise ride and is happy to work alongside other full and part-time staff in caring for 14 stable kept horses – a mix of show jumpers and children’s ponies. All usual duties. Two children in the family so must be a child, friendly person. Friendly and fun family. Please call Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730/07747 686118 or email caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com

JL410 Showjumping Grooms required. Experienced or less experienced welcomed.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Germany

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

JL10756 Stud Staff Required – World class Service Station and Stud

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Live out Germany

*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

JL20650 Breaking rider required at top international stud

Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

Live in Germany

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.

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