02/05/2024
Part Time Groom Job Vacancy
Due to business expansion, we are now looking for a reliable person to help look after a variety of horses, from hunters to happy hackers and carry out all the general yard duties at our picturesque yard in Northamptonshire.
Experience:
β’ Must be confident handling a variety of horses, including big horses & challenging horses
β’ Experience with farm equipment would be preferable but not essential
β’ Clipping, mane pulling to a high standard (please provide photos of your work)
Skillset:
The successful candidate will be;
β’ Calm, warm character
β’ Able to deal with challenging horses/behavioural issues kindly but efficiently
β’ Comfortable being in with small herds of horses
β’ Have a proactive attitude
β’ Have a βhorse firstβ approach with natural ethics
β’ Hard working
β’ Efficient with the ability to identify efficiency improvements
β’ Able to follow instructions
β’ Able to use their own initiative when required
β’ Have full UK driving license and own vehicle
β’ Not stood on their phone all day
β’ Basic wound management β essential
Duties would include:
β’ Day to day care such as bringing in/mucking out/ turning out / changing rugs/ poo picking/haynets
β’ A quad with trailer and tractor are available to use with experience and training.
β’ Assist with preparing the horses on hunting mornings
β’ Riding possible but not essential.
β’ Responsibility for daily health checks
β’ Sole management of yard required at times
Hours and pay negotiable
Please contact Katie on 07920 578088
[email protected]
www.westbarnequine.co.uk