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Freelance Grooms

Information on working freelance in the equine industry

About Freelance Grooms and Freelance Groom Jobs

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Freelance Grooms and Freelance Groom Jobs

Ever wondered who and what Freelance Grooms are, or are you considering setting yourself up as a Freelance Groom? The appeal of a working life flitting from yard to yard, meeting many, many new horses (and people of course!) is understandable but is this perception realistic? You know that according to British Grooms Association guidelines there is no such thing as Freelance Groom jobs? So how does that work? In this article Emily Taylor has put together a go-to guide of facts and info, including some of the real considerations that Freelance Grooms or anyone wanting to become a Freelance Groom should be aware of, not to mention some of the semantics associated with this title which can really matter when it comes to employment law and the taxman…

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The difference between employed, self-employed and freelance grooms

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The legal requirements which underpin being self-employed vs employed are vast but not as complicated as you might originally have thought. Here at The Grooms List by Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd, we don’t pretend to be legal, tax or HR experts on the nuances that surround this subject, but we know people who are and with their expert guidance, Becky Parker our brilliant blog writer has researched that for your information this week. We proudly support Grooms who are looking for full-time employment, those self-employed/freelancing and looking to add clients to their portfolio, or indeed just starting out on either road and wondering how best to proceed. We really can and regularly do help and have many success stories that attest to that. We wouldn’t direct anyone to go one way or another specifically as it is a very personal to each individual.

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JL59194 Part or Full time Live Out Groom required for Family Yard in Hertfordshire

GRANGEWOOD

Live out Hertfordshire, UK
Job Description An extra person or two required for a friendly family yard in Hertfordshire, with 12 stabled horses and others living out. Currently, 4 people look after the horses across the week and we’re now looking to take on one/two full-time, part-time, flexi-hours person to join the team on a live-out basis. Freelance grooms welcome to contact us regarding covering time-off (we would particularly like to have Sundays covered – please see our other advert by clicking here). We compete at showing but we’re not a competition yard, these are much-loved family horses and their care is the number one priority for us. Riding as part of the job is optional, if and can ride to a decent standard it’s a bonus.  
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JL59043 Scotland – Experienced Groom/ Exercise Rider for high level family Dressage yard.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Scotland, UK
  * £26-£28K + accom. (Pay own bills but no rent) *Pets welcomed *Own horse considered *2 bedroom house down the road available & partner welcomed. Experienced and very competent Groom/Rider required for YR on a private competitive Dressage yard where the daughter is a YR (23 years old) and does international Dressage (all levels up to Grand Prix.) The employer is a 5* accredited coach, so clearly has a lot to bring to the table for all concerned but the successful candidate would need to be someone capable of operating credibly at this level. The focus is on a holistic approach to riding, coaching and performance. 9 horses kept, including a well-behaved stallion (doesn’t stand), so previous stallion handling experience necessary. International competitions attended, but mostly, you would need to hold the fort at home and go along to local/UK shows/training etc. on occasions. Very good facilities, built for and fit for purpose. Riding available. Exercise/hacking riding at the least but if capable, more is available, maybe even some competing on the up and coming horses. Coaching available if required.  At a push could be non-riding, but ideally not. Must like dealing with youngsters on the ground and have prior experience. Must be personable, demonstrate longevity in prior roles and have good references. Team player essential with the maturity and sensitivity to know when to step up and to step back. Please contact Caroline & The Grooms List Team, on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com                          
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JL58950 Derbyshire – Full time/Part time Coach (1.5 positions).

Scropton Riding Centre

Live out Derbyshire, UK
Busy Riding Centre in Derbyshire, home to both Riding for the Disabled and an Equestrian Centre providing able-bodied lessons. We are an ambitious centre with excellent indoor and outdoor facilities and a developing range of horses and ponies. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Coach to be a part of our high-quality coaching team. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, both with staff and volunteers at the centre, but particularly with our customers. They should be approachable, flexible and have a ‘can-do’ attitude. The role requires someone with coaching experience and a minimum BHS level 3 qualification is desirable, and has RDA coaching qualifications or is willing to gain them. The centre operates 6 days a week, 50 weeks a year, with a timetable of around 90 lessons per week. The vacancy is for one full-time coach, but there is the scope for this to extend to up to 1.5 people. We are therefore very keen to also hear from candidates interested in part-time positions to fill this requirement. We will consider any working arrangement to enable us to cover our day, evening and weekend lessons. A full job specification for the role and application information is available to download. Applications should be made by sending a CV and covering letter by email by 29 November 2019 – please see more information below. Interviews will be held shortly thereafter and will include riding and coaching assessment with a view to the successful candidate starting at some point in January.
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JL58928 West Yorkshire.Near Leeds – Work rider required. TB Dual purpose racing yard.

Manor farm

Live in West Yorkshire, UK
* Opportunity to do NVQ * Chances to go racing * Willing to give rides in races to the right applicant *Own horse and dog welcomed *Accommodation available. Job Description Wanted full or part time rider. hard working reliable person required to join small dual purpose racing yard in West Yorkshire. experince in racing not necessary but must be a competent and capable rider of young fit Thorobreds horses. Minimum Requirements must ride well and be a team player     Accommodation details accommodation available if required     Benefits Opportunity to do NVQ chances to go racing willing to give rides in races to the right applicant    
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JL58875 Gloucestershire – Junior Yard Groom/au pair required on an interesting Eventing/Rehabilitation and Pretraining Yard.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Gloucestershire, UK
* Training available on the ground from this exceptional horseman*Career opportunity for the switched on Job Seeker 🙂 80%+ horse duties Great opportunity to develop your career as a Groom in the exciting world of rehabilitation, pre-training and the 3* Event world! Accomplished 3-star level eventer, (competes home and abroad), is looking for someone keen to learn and grow but also to happy with some ‘family’ duties here and there. Nothing too onerous and polite, well mannered children who just need a bot of ferrying around  from time to time 😉 Attitudes and an interest in the sport are more important than heavyweight experience for this particular vacancy. Professional, fun team and a busy inclusive environment.  The very best of facilities in a quiet but accessible location. Clean driving license and child-friendly person clearly a prerequisite! Please call Caroline and The Team on 0203 006 5730 or  email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL58861 Suffolk, (5 miles from Newmarket) – Eventing. Experienced Groom/Rider (exercise).

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Suffolk, UK
  *Up to £450 pw negotiable depending on experience * Partner welcomed * Dog welcomed European champion Young Rider competing with Team GB and who has won 7 European medals is now looking for an experienced Groom/Exercise Rider with professional standards to work on the family yard.Must turn out to 4* and be capable of sole charge when required but understand the team dynamic of a family situation. HGV helpful but could be put through test. Affable personality is essential for this private and happy yard and a shared enthusiasm for eventing at the highest levels is probably essential! 10 polo ponies kept in winter/minimal duties. Professional facilities/x country course/great hacking.2000 acre farm stunning cross country course. 🙂 Start date is February but could be earlier. 🙂 Please contact Caroline & The Grooms List Team, quoting reference code JL58861 on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com      
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JL57799 Experienced Live in Head Groom

HMF Equestrian

Live in Surrey, UK
Job Description Fulltime live in/out groom required on a family showjumping yard in West Horsley, Surrey. Would be expected to oversee the day-to-day running of the stables and managing the horses. The role would also include travelling to international and national shows. Normal stable duties, working alongside another two grooms. Will be required to manage the yard diary -including farrier,physio,vet,dentist,feed,bedding hay, supplement and orders. Communication skills are key.References essential HGV license a bonus   Minimum Requirement Previous experience working in a competition yard is essential     Accommodation details onsite independent accomodation kitchen, bedroom bathroom and sitting room     Benefits Competitive wage offered depending on experience    
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JL58800 Surrey Dressage Groom/Young Horse Work Rider.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Surrey, UK
* Partner welcomed *Own horse welcomed & dog considered *£360+ PW + accommodation * 5.5-day week *All utility bills included. Exquisite, quiet, family yard has a fabulous opportunity to Groom and to ride 4 beautiful Dressage horses aged from 4 years old. Must have an understanding of how to produce a young horse correctly & be confident & capable of riding sharp horses in all gaits walk trot and canter to a reasonable standard. Possibility of taking 4 year old out to see sights and sounds. 6 horses and a pony kept on this stunning yard. Daughter is young, advanced Dressage Rider who knows what’s what as does the employer. We placed the current yard manager who is still there and recommends the yard. The successful candidate would need to be able to work alongside as part of a Team. HGV license would be a  bonus then could do some competition grooming too. All duties required. Must be able to turn out to a very high standard ie: plait, clip, bandage, prepare for competitions etc. Thorough knowledge of stable management etc. Some sole charge. Lovely 1-bed accommodation with bedroom + en-suite, fab facilities. This is a position that would suit a person looking for a long-term position. Please contact Caroline & The Grooms List Team, quoting reference code JL58800 on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com        
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JL58773 Groom/Rider required for international eventing yard in West Sussex

TT Eventing

Live in West Sussex, UK
Job Description Olympic Belgian and Swedish eventers are looking for an experienced or trainee Groom/Rider to be a part of our team. We have 8 horses so it is a small private yard with a fun atmosphere. We have a big outdoor school, walker and a newly built accommodation for you! You will be our only live-in groom, plus we have local freelance grooms who come in to cover time off and lend a hand during busy periods. We all pull together but there will be times that you’ll be in sole charge (although, this isn’t a truly sole charge role). We compete at National and International shows, for which you’ll be joining us as a Competition Groom!   Minimum Requirements We welcome applications from trainees and experienced groom/riders alike, but you will need to confident and competent in handling and riding big, fit competition horses and youngsters! Although this is an Olympic level yard, it is a private yard and you will need to be comfortable around our family children, too.   Accommodation details Great new barn with two bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and living room. It is fully equipped and there is a laundry room downstairs.   Benefits Travelling to national and international competitions Use of a car Lessons We have room for an extra horse!  
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JL58692 Berkshire – Live-out, Part-time Groom/Rider (optional).

Fairoak Grange EC

Live out Berkshire, UK
*3 days a week including Saturdays. * 8am -5pm *Own horse welcomed *Pay above market rates Job Description Lovely, reliable person needed three days a week including Saturdays. 8-5pm Minimum Requirements Capable with sports horses and a driver   Accommodation details Live out   Benefits Paid holiday and pension
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JL58669 NW England, Cheshire Borders. Dressage Yard – Experienced Competition Groom Required

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Cheshire, UK
*5 day week *Up to £25K neg *Horse and dog welcomed (free livery and use of lorry possible) *Cottage on the estate with garden *Excellent facilities *Exercise riding *Partner welcomed These type of vacancies don’t come along very often. Our client’s horses compete at Premier league and National level so if you are a Senior Groom looking to work with a small but perfectly formed team 🙂  with a top team and a top of the range package, accommodation and facilities, don’t delay, this is for you! HGV IDEAL as employer will need you to drive a 10t lorry to shows/training/vets/Chiro etc. Candidates must be self-motivated, team players. Flexibility key as is turn out to a high standard. You will have as part of a small, experienced team full day-to-day shared care and responsibility for yard and the horses Best of facilities. Indoor and outdoor schooling arenas, showjumping and cross country courses. Horse walker and extensive hacking. Full Job Description available to suitable candidates. Please call Caroline and team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL58632 Hampshire Full-Time Groom/Rider (Optional) In Family Show Jumping Yard.

Downlands

Live in Hampshire, UK
* Salary £24kpa *Opportunities to compete for the right person! *Own horse considered *Live in or out We are currently looking for someone who would like to work full time in a Family Show Jumping Yard An opportunity for a cheerful, motivated and hard-working person to become part of our family team. Must be hard-working, honest and reliable and able to work alone when necessary. The right jockey may have the opportunity to compete. Accommodation available if required.
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JL58621 Surrey – Live Out Livery Yard Groom/Rider (optional). Full Time or Part-Time.

Team Maddox Equestrian at Long Maddox Farm Little Bookham Surrey KT23 3BP

Live out Surrey, UK
* 5 days a week *£20k depending on experience *Own horse & pets considered. Job Description We are looking for a full time member of staff to join our small personal team. 5 days a week (to include one weekend day) but days can be flexible. Salary dependent on experience. Also willing to discuss a part time position. Great opportunity for someone looking to work as part of a small team with lovely clients and horses. Gain or build experience with competition horses (we have a mix of dressage, show jumpers and eventers), help with the backing and handling process of youngsters and learn the ropes of running a livery yard. Minimum Requirements be experienced with fit competition horses be reliable and hard working have high standards be happy to be left in sole charge have a good attitude be client friendly All usual yard duties, some riding and competition grooming available for the right candidate. Training and guidance to develop riding, husbandry, grooming and management skills can be provided by the yard manager. Accommodation details None Little Bookham Train Station is 5 minute walk away. Benefits Flexible days, 28 days holiday including bank holidays Salary dependent on experience.    
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JL58494 Nr. Cirencester, Gloucestershire Eventing Apprenticeship (with riding) on top-level yard.

Tom Rowland Eventing

Live in Gloucestershire, UK
Job Description APPRENTICE POSITION *Own horse welcome * Smartly furnished accommodation with all the mod-cons * Lots of opportunities to learn, train and compete in an encouraging supportive environment. We are looking for a new Apprentice, to start at the end of this Eventing season. You could be looking to gain either your Level 2 HorseCare or Level 3 Riding apprenticeship, through our service provider Haddon Training. Own horse welcome and smart furnished accommodation with all the mod-cons can be provided if you want. Lots of opportunities to learn, train and compete in an encouraging supportive environment. A great opportunity to learn in an international event yard, with high standards and expectations. To work alongside our brilliant two experienced and friendly grooms. 45 hour week, 28 days paid holiday etc. Located near Cirencester. Please ring 07977127598 or email alisonsharpe53@gmail.com with your CV. Accommodation details   Benefits See above  
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JL58380 Cambridgeshire – Live Out Groom/Rider. Family yard.

BARTRAM EQUINE

Live out Cambridgeshire, UK
Job Description An additional groom is required to work alongside full-time groom caring for 7 horses in a private family yard on Bedforshire/Cambridgeshire border. This includes two young horses.  A junior groom would be considered for the right candidate.  This position is Live out Duties will include: Mucking out Rugging up and turning out Grooming Tacking up and caring for horses before and after exercise Tack Cleaning Assisting with feeding and watering Monitoring horses health and welfare and assisting with visiting professionals i.e. vet, farrier Maintaining the yard to a professional standard Exercising – to include hacking and schooling if and when required Any other reasonable tasks/duties as required by your employer   Requirements and prospects Must have the following qualities:- Reliable A passion and love for horses Pride in own work with attention to detail Able to work on own initiative Understanding of confidentiality and privacy Personal qualities Willingness to learn and develop own skills and progress (would be willing to employ apprentice) Motivated to continually improve work practices and procedures both in own working area and others Team player and good interpersonal skills Professional, flexible and adaptable approach to work Positive attitude Desired qualifications – NVQ Level 3 in horse care. Saturday – 2-3 hours – (mucking out only) hours to suit, however will need stables completed for 4pm – 2-3 hours Sunday – 2-3 hours – (mucking out only) hours to suit, however will need stables completed for 4pm – 2-3 hours Tuesday 8am to 1pm – 5 hrs Wednesday 8am to 3.30pm – with ½ hour break for lunch – 7.5 hrs Thursday 8am to 3.30pm – with ½ hour break for lunch – 7.5 hrs   Total 24 – 26 hours per week Minimum Requirements Grooms Person NVQ Level 3 Be prepared to work outdoors in all weathers. Working Weekends. Must have a driving licence   Accommodation details Live Out   Benefits Great working environment, with a good rate of pay and holiday benefits.  
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JL58250 Surrey – Live out Groom/Food Manufacturing.

Foundry Farm

Live out Surrey, UK
*4 day week ( Friday – Monday.) £10Ph *Own horse & dog considered Job Description Interesting opportunity working on a quiet yard with 4 horses based in Shillinglee Surrey.  Working full-time on a 4 day week  Friday to Monday. The job includes all duties involved in equine care, you will also be required to work in a new and exciting food manufacturing business based at the farm. Must have experience of working in an equine environment.  Able to take responsibility and work alone or as part of a team. A keen eye for detail, trustworthiness, honesty and reliability are very important. The ability to adapt to different situations and be able to change work processes to accommodate the employers’ needs. Opportunity to diversify your skills and experience Supportive employers who will give you the opportunity to really prove yourself and grow into and beyond this role. Must have a car as this position is in a rural location with no public transport. Great rate of pay.  Minimum Requirements     Accommodation details     Benefits    
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JL410 Showjumping Grooms required. Experienced or less experienced welcomed.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in 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
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JL58078 Oxfordshire Groom – Rider – Yard Manager

LEAVE IT TO US

Live out Oxfordshire, UK
*Own horse or 2 welcomed! *Dog welcomed *Ideally live out but accomm. possible *Competitive remuneration (£400-£500pw neg) Job Description Full time groom required for lovely family yard within beautiful Oxfordshire estate. Saturdays required, plus 3 in 4  Sunday mornings for riding at home / competitions / fun rides / lessons.   You will get 2 days off after this. The yard sits between three estates that you would have access to, so all off road hacking. There is also a menage and cross country course. The yard is very easy to work, with large tack room, washing off area and feed room. There is room to bring your own horse or two. The family are in London during the week but home in weekends and holidays. You will be in sole charge.  There are 2 horses, 3 14.2s and a 12.2 pony to look after and you will have another girl to come in and help ride 3 days a week. The hours are sociable and flexible and are negotiable if the right person is found. There are 3 girls under the age of 13 who are very keen and enjoy eventing and showing. So turnout is important and a bonus if you can teach the girls / school the ponies and generally help their progression. The family occasionally hunt during the week. SALARY ATTRACTIVE. And there is the ability to earn extra money if you are happy to feed / bed on Sunday pm. Minimum Requirements Weekends are required, but there is flexibility around hours and days. You should be able to drive a trailer and minimum 3.5tonne lorry. The chance of the family putting the right candidate through the 7.5t lorry test. The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years working in a yard, be tidy and be able to turn the horses out to a high standard.   Accommodation details There is potential for accommodation, but the role is ideally a live out one.   Benefits Attractive salary – above the average. Ability to bring dogs to the yard and a horse or two. The hours are less than a  busy eventing / hunting / livery yard but you will be remunerated very well.  
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JL58050 Top Class competition groom/rider (optional) for small family yard

Horse Health Ltd

Live in Hampshire, UK
*Beautiful private location on edge of New Forest *Competitive rate of pay *Accommodation available *Dog welcomed Job Description Top class competition groom required to look after small yard of three/four show jumpers/WH ponies. Standard of stable management & care must be top draw. Ability to turn out to a very high standard essential, including plaiting, clipping etc. Job will involve day to day responsibility for all aspects of the yard and horses well being and fitness, travel to competitions at home and in Europe. A competent rider would be an advantage, but not crucial and a Class 2 HGV ideal. Role would suit a self motivated and conscientious person not concerned with being in sole charge and coping with teenage rider! Beautiful private location on edge of New Forest near Cadnam, with a very good rate of pay.   Accommodation details Accommodation can be arranged   Benefits Good rate of pay and small pets are not a problem but unfortunately no room for horse  
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JL58022 Groom/Rider (optional) required by International Show Jumping Yard, Suffolk

Unex Competition Stables

Live in Suffolk, UK
Job Description A full time Show/Home Groom is required at an international show jumping yard based near Newmarket, Suffolk. The role will entail general yard duties including exercising the horses and ridden flatwork. The candidate must be capable of turning out to a high standard and be experienced in clipping, plaiting and pulling manes.  The applicant will also be required to work at International competitions which includes tours away from home.  A full driving licence is essential and although a current HGV licence is an advantage it is not compulsory.  Younger applicants with less experience but who are enthusiastic and willing to learn will be considered. A private apartment with en-suite facilities and own kitchen is available and a competitive salary will be paid to the successful applicant.
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JL58001 Berkshire – Thoroughbred Stud Groom/2nd Person position available.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Berkshire, UK
*Top Remuneration IRO £24k according to experience*Annual bonus *Private healthcare *2 bed apartment *Partner welcomed *Pets welcomed Successful commercial stud with a good track record and much success at yearling sales etc. has a great career opportunity for someone currently at the level or ready to step up. This is a position which would suit someone with ambition as owners are commercially minded and run their operation as such. Capable of covering the Stud Manager’s days off and holidays, all the usual skills are required plus you must be willing and able to work under an experienced Stud Manager along with a small but capable team of  Stud professionals.  We have placed previous staff who have been in this position for very good periods of time, so this would demonstrate a rewarding and happy environment. If you feel you are ready for that next move and interested in a totally confidential discussion then please do contact Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email with a full CV to info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com  
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JL57942 Oxfordshire – Live out Experienced Groom wanted for family yard.

RE Equestrian

Live out Oxfordshire, UK
Job Description *5 day week *Own horse/dog welcome *Very attractive salary. Looking for an experienced, reliable groom for a friendly family yard near Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. Position is 5 days / week including Saturdays & occasional Sunday’s. Based on a beautiful family estate with great facilities and 400 acres of hacking. Care to include  2 horses & 4 ponies, who are all easy. The horses and ponies compete in all disciplines as well as attending pony club rallies,  fun rides and have regular outside tuition. This is mostly sole charge role involving a combination of yard management (organising vet, farrier, clipping, field management) & normal yard duties. Ideal candidate must be abe to turn out, ride and maintain the yard to a high standard. Drivers license essential to include trailer / 7.5 ton lorry. Any competition / eventing experience would be a bonus. Own horse / dog welcome. Attractive salary. References required. A brilliant opportunity for an experienced groom looking for sole charge on a friendly family yard run to professional standards.
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JL57886 Hampshire – Home and Competition Groom/Rider.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Hampshire, UK
*Newly equipped, modern apartment available *Pets welcomed Breeder & producer who also competes show-jumpers and eventers in the UK, Italy, Holland/Belgium and the UAE, from world top-ten showjumping stallion foals to international Grand Prix/Nations Cup horses is now looking to add to their high-quality Team. Working with world-class competition riders such as a 3x Badminton GB rider, Italian Grand Prix showjumper and CSI 5* Nations Cup, rider this employer is aiming at the top-level competition. Experienced Groom essential but all usual basic tasks to a high standard also ie: Mucking out, daily exercise, grooming, day-to-day maintenance and cleaning of tack and yard, preparing horses for competitions and grooming for riders, administrative tasks. Some overnight travel and possibly some international travel will be required. Experience of stallions and young stock appreciated. Some care of dogs and cats at the farm for holiday cover, so a bit of flexibility would be great! Please contact Caroline and the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com  
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JL57872 Wiltshire – Groom/Rider (optional) required for full livery yard on private country estate

Charlton Park Stables

Live in Wiltshire, UK
*Accommodation available or live out *Dog and own horse welcomed *5 or 6 day week available to suit *Package negotiable according to experience Job Description 100% reliable, hardworking and competent individual required to join a small team managing a yard of 18 private full livery clients and young sports horses. Experience of a professional yard preferred but not necessary. To undertake all normal yard duties on a daily basis, with the ability to manage the overall running of the yard when required. Set hours of 8 – 5.30 and a set routine including daily turnout for all horses. A relaxed atmosphere based in the heart of a private country estate. The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of stable management, horse health and safety and equine first aid. Pride in the yard and a keen eye for detail when caring for each individual horse are of upmost importance. The yard must be maintained to the highest standards at all times – an organised, clean and tidy personality is important! Occasional riding if desired. A lovely group of people and horses in a beautiful setting. Minimum Requirements     Accommodation details Possible accommodation ranging from a static caravan to estate cottage depending on individual’s own circumstances and desires.   Benefits Set hours and routine. Contract, payroll and pension facilities already in place. Private country estate location. Own horse a possibility for the right person with access to all facilities. Well behaved dogs welcome.    
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JL56475 North Yorkshire. Top-level Performance Horse Yard – Groom/Exercise Rider.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in North Yorkshire, UK
*Horse considered *Professional supportive Team & environment *5.5-day week *Salary negotiable from £350pw depending on experience Experienced Home Groom/exercise Rider for a world-renowned yard. Run by two well known and established professionals respected on the performance horse circuits in top tier Eventing, Dressage and Show Jumping as Riders and exceptional producers of young horses they are now looking to expand their Team. This is a position for an experienced professional, capable of taking sole charge when required and able to work well alongside long term Groom, owners and Clients. The role would suit someone experienced and happy in this kind of high level, but mostly relaxed environment. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate maturity, will be able to communicate well with Team and visiting clients etc. Flexibility essential and would be best suited to a very practical person able to use their own initiative/able to think on their feet. Must be able to conduct themselves well under pressure on occasions and with discretion. Naturally, you must be able to generally work and turnout (including clipping) to a good standard for a variety of occasions. Please contact Caroline & The Grooms List Team, quoting reference code JL56475 on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL57648 Middlesex – Fab opportunity for experienced Yard Manager/Exercise Rider, Dressage.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Middlesex, UK
*2 bedroomed cottage *Up to £25kpa * 5-day week *Dog welcomed *Small happy team Small and beautifully maintained private yard is now looking for a long term Yard Manager. You will have some experience of working in a team to manage performance horses, ideally but not essentially Dressage horses. These horses are all at different levels up to PSG.The successful applicant must be able to work to a very high standard with good equine knowledge and able to groom to dressage competition standards, Able to exercise ride preferred and if you can school to a good level that is great! Must be able to drive a 7.5-ton lorry or larger.    Excellent location for all amenities plus lovely hacking in local park/nature reserves.   Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL57538 North Hertfordshire Private Family Yard. Experienced family Groom/Rider required. Eventing

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Hertfordshire, UK
* Ideally 3/4 days week  *Opportunity to take HGV if interested *Accommodation could be found *Very competitive remuneration totally negotiable according to experience Small, friendly and ambitious private yard set in beautiful peaceful surroundings with Top class FEI ponies and horses. This position will suit an experienced groom/rider to cover yard managers days off and competitions, exercising ponies/horses and general helping out. For the right person, some flexibility with the number of hours but 3/4 days pw is ideal.  If you are a friendly, reliable person who enjoys being part of a close-knit team, this is for you. A competent, confident rider to assist with keeping the ponies fit is essential. Normal stable duties to a very high standard. Experience in dealing with competition horses. Capable and confident rider a must.  You will need to be small and light enough to ride 14.2 ponies and confident and able enough to ride competition horses. You should be able to take sole charge of the yard with guidance. The yard is mainly for teenage daughter (14) who is very ambitious and competitive but well mannered and hardworking too! Daughter has previously competed at a National level in working hunter. Qualified Royal International, Horse of the Year Show, 2nd in the Gold Cup and qualified for Burghley Sports Pony. Now purely eventing. Successfully training with the under 16 and Under 18s coaches 🙂 MUST BE CHILD-FRIENDLY! 🙂  This is a fun endeavour as well as being a focussed ambition! Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitent.com
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JL57150 Experienced Groom required by lovely private yard in Surrey

Larkenshaw Farm and Livery

Live in Surrey, UK
Job Description *Accommodation + heating, water, electricity included *Own horse possible *Friendly yard with nice facilities This would suit someone who wants to settle into a nice job working with private horses in livery and at home.  The applicant should have experience in handling horses and some knowledge of feeding, making hay nets, turning horses out, bringing in and the day to day routine of a yard. Must be able to muck out well and keep things clean and tidy. Would need to be reliable and capable of sole charge as and when required. Yard hours are 8 till 12 and 2.30 till 5. 5.5 days per week. Very limited riding if any. A paid trial of work would be helpful. Minimum Requirements Experience of working with horses and ponies. Common sense and qualifications in horses are a bonus. A good sense of humor always helps.     Accommodation details Self-contained, three-bedroom cottage.  Lounge with TV and Wifi, kitchen and fitted bathroom. Two of the bedrooms have a double bed with pocket sprung mattresses. TV points and built-in wardrobes. Washer/drier. Heating, water and electricity is all included.     Benefits Possibility to bring your own horse. Nice place to work with good working conditions. Mostly easy horses and ponies.  
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JL56906 Gloucestershire – Eventing Yard and Stud – Yard person/ Farm hand.

Chescombe Eventing and Stud

Live in Gloucestershire, UK
Job Description Stables, yard and farm work. Mucking out, tractor driving, basic building and maintenance tasks.   Minimum Requirements Must have a good work ethic, attention to detail and task prioritisation skills. We are a family run business and there is always a lot going on so a cheery disposition and can do attitude are vital.     Accommodation details Accommodation on site.   Benefits Fun varied role as part of a team.    
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JL56566 Gloucestershire Home Groom Required – International Dressage Yard.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Gloucestershire, UK
*Live in or out *IRO £350/£400 neg *Beautiful cottage accommodation (without charge) *friendly dog considered *Horse possible Groom required to work within a team to a very high standard on this international dressage yard. Essentially a non-riding position (maybe some hacking if capable), so really would suit someone who enjoys the Dressage environment and working with the best of horses and facilities. Keen Team player required who will be excited to work in a world-class establishment. Purpose-built International Dressage facilities:Indoor/outdoor schools, wash downs, walker, lots of well-kept post and rail turnout paddocks etc Rota is 5 days one week/6 days the next. Pls Call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL56549 United States of America (just 30 minutes from Washington D.C) – Dressage Groom/Rider (optional).

Bascule Farm LLC

Live in Mystery Location
* Own horse a possibility *Pets considered *Iro $500 pw *Training available 🙂 Fantastic life & career opportunity! 🙂 Job Description Candidate needs to have experience and be comfortable cleaning/bathing horses, tacking/untacking, bandaging/booting, keeping tack cared for, mane pulling, trimming and body clipping.   Yard duties when not grooming for a head trainer.  Grooming about 60% of position. Minimum Requirements Must have at least 6 months of working in a barn or as a full time groom.  We will train, so proficiency can be acquired while here.   Accommodation details Lovely furnished shared apartment on property with private bedroom, shared bath with one other, full laundry facilities, great-room, big kitchen with dishwasher, all necessary cooking/flatware/glassware and private pantry.   Benefits Housing, Salary, and Workmen’s Comp Insurance.  Riding lessons, horse board and training also possible.    
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JL55773 Hampshire – Live Out Housekeeper Required. (Horsey experience useful for occasional help on the yard ;))

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live out Hampshire, UK
*5 day week * Up to £400pw neg. depending on experience *(Horsey experience useful for occasional help on the yard ;)) Private household based on a small 20-acre country Thoroughbred Stud now seeking a Housekeeper who must be animal-friendly. You would be required to look after 2 dogs, as well as the main the house when the owner is away frequently during the week so some caretaking/supervision of an empty house required.  You must, of course, be reliable and honest and be happy to be in a country location with periods on your own. (Subject to DBS checks) You will have some knowledge of and experience in cleaning and sanitising rooms to varying levels to meet requirements, willingness to learn new cleaning methods and how to use various pieces of equipment, ability to adapt to different situations (owner and extended family in residence/not) and be able to  change work processes to accommodate employer needs etc. Example of Housekeeper Job Duties Dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures Cleaning and sanitising toilets, showers/bathtubs, countertops, and sinks Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen area Making beds and changing linens Washing windows Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and rugs Sweeping/vacuuming, polishing, and mopping hard floors Sorting, washing, loading, and unloading laundry Ironing clothing items Using any cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, and other cleaning tools Keeping bathrooms stocked with clean linens, toiletries, and other supplies Cleaning mirrors and other glass surfaces Emptying trash receptacles and disposing of waste Steaming and cleaning draperies Tidying up rooms Monitoring cleaning supplies and ordering more as needed Reporting any necessary repairs or replacements   Please contact Caroline & The Grooms List team, quoting reference code JL55773 on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL51014 Oxfordshire – Sole Charge Dressage Groom/Exercise Rider (optional)

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Oxfordshire, UK
*Accommodation available or live out *Very competitive and negotiable remuneration from £400/£450PW Advanced Dressage Rider in training and livery with internationally renowned Rider/Coach at top yard in Oxfordshire needs an experienced Groom to care for her 6 dressage horses and help with the day to day . There could be exercise riding/more for the right person or not. The Rider/owner 100% will pitch in and help. Must be able to care for competition horses at the highest level, plait clip etc and should be happy to attend competitions at least once a month. Ideal but optionally it would be great if you were able to drive an 18t/Left hand Drive lorry. Good people skills required as well as horse skills as you will need to work on the trainer’s yard harmoniously with other staff employed there, although the horses will be sole charge responsibility. Lovely friendly yard with great team.   🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 Fantastic opportunity to work in one of the United Kingdom’s most professional Dressage training yards alongside a legendary Rider/Trainer and his Team but sole charge for one of his valued clients. Amazing career opportunity! Please apply directly to Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com      
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JL10756 Stud Staff Required – World class Service Station and Stud

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in 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  
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JL50756 Scotland – Riders Required On Top National Hunt Yard

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Scotland, UK
Job Description *Upwards of £500pw depending on experience + pool money & bonuses paid *Friendly working atmosphere *Pets welcomed *Accommodation available/partner could be accommodated National Hunt  yard looking to recruit Riders and or Rider:Grooms for upcoming season. Friendly working atmosphere and fabulous location with the best of facilities. Minimum Requirements You can be from any discipline but must be confident in handling and riding TB’s. Confident and  previous experience riding out would be preferred but if plenty of riding experience in other disciplines this would also have its advantages. Accommodation details On site accommodation options single/shared/with partner 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a fabulous opportunity for competent and capable riders to get a lot of saddle time on a professional yard with quality horses and be very well remunerated and looked after as part of a professional Team. Great opportunity to experience another discipline or to put your existing experience into good use.   Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL20629 Experienced rider – Gestüt Lewitz – Paul Schockemöhle

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.  
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JL45590 Groom/Rider required for Family Yard – Gloucestershire.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Gloucestershire, UK, Oxfordshire, UK
*IRO £350/375 pw + accomm *Beautiful accommodation (Live in or out)  *Riding available with good hacking and indoor and outdoor facilities   Groom/Rider required for a small family yard. The family enjoy a variety of disciplines and the family, children and grandchildren all ride too so a happy, fun environment with lots going on.    The ideal applicant will be a team-player & ideally able to ride slightly smaller horses/ponies :). There is opportunities to go hunting if you are interested.    🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 A good wage, for a groom with some experience who is looking for a fun role. Super facilities and top accommodation. Please call Caroline and the team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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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. The fact that a renowned trainer is always available to support you will particularly help you with your personal development.
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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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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.    
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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.  
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JL46294 Warwickshire – Experienced Groom required for Family Dressage/Hunt Yard.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in West Midlands, UK
*First class, private accommodation available *Partner welcomed *5 day week Situated in a county which is central in the UK we have a position which would suit an experienced Equestrian person who is mature and secure enough in their own skills to be able to step up when required. You must be equally relaxed about working alongside a handson, knowledgeable owner, so you also need to know when to step up and step back! This is a fabulous opportunity for a long term role combining some traditional yard management /Grooming/Riding duties with some optional ‘country living’ job responsibilities. Ideally, you will have had at least 5 years experience in the industry and enjoy grooming, a little hacking when required, (dog and house sitting etc optional)You should be capable of all grooming duties (plus clipping), happy to hack out and do canter work with fit horses when required. Excellent equine first aid skills also essential. This is a fabulous opportunity to live in first-class private accommodation either on your own or with a partner. Trailer license & 7.5 Tonne a real bonus Owners have a very well trained young German Shepherd who will need some care when owners are away so you need to be comfortable with the breed, but she is very people friendly and this aspect is secondary and optional. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 This is a wonderful long term role for the right person . Owners want to spend more time away from their home and are really looking for someone who can seamlessly keep an eye on things and manage their home,yard  and beloved animals until their return but be  mature enough to take a step back when the owner is around.  Please contact Caroline & Team on 0203 006 5630 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com    
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JL53704 High quality Home and Competition Groom/Rider, Hants

VARDAGS Equestrian – Hampshire

Live in Hampshire, UK
NB: This role starts in Hampshire but there is a strong possibility they yard will be moved to Gloucestershire, (near Cheltenham in February 2020) so you will need to be open-minded about that move. Job Description Experienced and hard-working groom/rider required for the Hampshire yard of international breeding, producing and competition team Vardags Equestrian. Mucking out, daily exercise, grooming, day-to-day maintenance and cleaning of tack and yard, preparing horses for competitions and grooming for riders there, administrative tasks, some care of dogs and cats at farm for holiday cover, some overnight travel and possibly some international travel. Six days per week. Minimum Requirements Full, clean, English driver’s licence, fluent spoken and written English, right to work in the UK, quality equestrian experience with good references. Accommodation details Newly equipped, modern studio apartment in stable yard.
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JL47642 Eventing Head Person/ Exercise Rider (optional). North Yorkshire.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in North Yorkshire, UK
* £400 negotiable +accommodation plus bills paid. *Very pretty 1 bed cottage (barn conversion) *Dog and horse possible *5 day week *Chance to take HGV license if required Experienced Eventing yard manager with some hunting know how required to work alongside 2 other staff to run a really friendly and fun family yard. You should be totally capable of stepping up and running all aspects but also a team player with good people and horse skills! You will of course be required to do all usual duties to a high standard home and away. HGV ideal but could put through a test so you must have some experience of driving a lorry. Rider very considerately does most of late night checks herself (!) but this role will involve total care and management of her 7 event horses (youngest is 6 years old). They are all 3 & 4 * plus the family hunters. There is something going on for the event horses all year around so never a dull season!  There is always about 8-15 horses to do between the Team Great facilities close in a beautiful Nort Yorkshire location : Full size menage/x country training course/decent hacking. Fairly close to A1 so easy to get out and about. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 A real fun, long term role working for a fun and friendly family who care about their horses and their staff. Good remuneration,cracking location and considerate employers what’s not to like!  Please contact Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL45713 Yard manager/Rider – Livery and Jumping yard. Scotland. Show jumping and Eventing.

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Scotland, UK
  *Lots of riding *IRO £400pw + *2-bed cottage *Partner welcome *Pets and horse welcome*Profit share in horses brought on and sold * 7.5t lorry and trailer (can use transport for own outings). Experienced Yard Manager/Rider required for a business of 2 parts but both of which operate harmoniously on the same yard. Self-starter ideal, capable and experienced enough to run all aspects. Ideally looking for someone who is confident and kind in order to ‘produce’ young jumping horses and manage a small Team 7 Liveries kept  – 5 day pw full livery/2 days DIY liveries. Mixed jumping riders (SJ/working hunter.) 3 horses for employer’s daughters (both amateur Show Jumpers) and the Employer who rides and jumps himself >1.10m but will buy horses who can jump up to 1.40 m so needs someone to assist with all that. 1/2 youngsters/older in at a time to produce and to sell for SJ/Eventing Teaching quals. not necessary but if you want to teach/run clinics you could supplement income and  use facilities. 🙂 Caroline’s comments 🙂 Huge scope to personalize this role for the right applicant. Owner a busy and successful businessman, is ambitious and prepared to support professional development and keen to be involved with the production of talented horses for a useful career as quality horses for Jumping. Pleas call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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JL45205 Grooms Wanted. Short term contract – amazing experience! The Netherlands

Stal Korenbloem

Live in Netherlands
Preparations for a very exclusive horse auction in the south of the Netherlands are in full swing. 2019 is the sixteenth edition and it promises to be a great equestrian spectacle again! The entire week prior to the auction is all about glitter, glamour, luxury and entertainment but the week of the auction itself is fast paced, hard work and an amazing opportunity to gain an invaluable insight.   We are looking for grooms to join our happy and motivated team from 1st October until the end of November 2o19. We specialize in horses at all levels ranging from unbroken up to Grand Prix. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn and become part of this iconic event. Succesful applicants will receive comfortable accommodation on site and a competitive salary.       
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JL37120 Groom / Rider (optional) The Netherlands

Stal Korenbloem

Live in Netherlands
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.    
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JL21132 Germany, Florida and France – Dressage Groom/Excercise Rider. (Multi-based)

Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd

Live in Germany
*IRO £20-£25K  *Lovely accommodation *Lots of time to do 3/4 horses to the best standards *Amazing hacking through forests and countryside available. This position is mostly based on the German/Dutch border. Working alongside one other Groom who we placed a whle ago and who loves her life! This is a lovely opportunity for the right person. If you are an experienced Groom wanting to give the best care to 3/4 beautiful and well-behaved Dressage geldings who belong to a friendly but busy owner then you will love this! Total care and management of these top-level Dressage horses in Germany/France/Wellington Florida required. These horses travel well and enjoy their lives, so you too should enjoy the variety and top-level treatment you will receive as their Groom. You must be able to turn out well for international competitions and husbandry must be of a very high standard day to day. Please call Caroline & the Team on 0203 006 5730 or email info@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
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Caroline Carter Recruitment Ltd
The Stables
Fildyke Road
Meppershall
Bedfordshire
SG17 5LU

caroline@carolinecarterrecruitment.com
0203 006 5730 / 07747 686 118

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