Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Equine Groom to join our team, responsible for the daily care and maintenance of horses and stables. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where animal welfare and stable upkeep are paramount. The successful candidate will possess a passion for equine care, combined with practical skills in maintenance and horticulture. This paid position provides valuable experience within the equestrian industry, supporting the health and wellbeing of our horses while ensuring the smooth operation of our facilities.
The Groom will be responsible for the day-to-day care of equines, maintaining high standards of horse welfare and yard management. The role also involves liaising with people inside and outside of the provision, supporting equine learning sessions with learners as needed, and assisting with veterinary and farrier care.
Elysian is home to a Therapy and Learning provision, where we work closely with children and young people in a safe and supportive environment. As such, all staff are subject to a rigorous safeguarding assessment, including an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.
Key Responsibilities
General Yard & Equine Care
- Acting as a leader and role model for others in the care and handling of horses and other farm animals.
- Following and giving instructions to ensure the effective running of the yard, including liaising with supervisors, owners, farriers, veterinarians, and other equine professionals.
- Maintaining records such as daily care checklists, vaccination schedules, worming protocols, and other administrative tasks related to horse management.
- Ensuring the provision is license compliant (Horse Riding Establishment licence) and compliant with all relevant legislation.
- Communicating with horse owners as needed and assisting with planning and loading for transport.
- Supporting equine learning sessions as required, depending on experience and ability.
Day-to-Day Yard Duties
- Mucking out stables and ensuring clean bedding.
- Supporting all types of equine sessions, including hacking or driving with learning.
- Providing hay, feed, supplements, and water to all horses.
- Cleaning and maintaining feeding equipment, buckets, and tubs.
- Grooming, tacking up/untacking, and bathing horses.
- Supporting learners and staff to learn and undertake horse care tasks.
- Cleaning and maintaining horse equipment and tack.
- General groundwork, including hand-walking, lunging, and turnout/bringing in (depending on experience).
- Yard maintenance, including sweeping, washing down, and general cleaning.
- Administering basic first aid to horses as needed.
- Handling horses for the veterinarian, farrier, or trainer during treatments or assessments.
- Attending events, competitions, and clinics as a groom, ensuring the well-being of the horses.
Essential Requirements
- Previous yard work experience.
- Confident general horse care skills, including experience with large performance horses.
- A positive attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with colleagues, learners, owners, and professionals.
- Strong awareness of safety and best practices in horse care.
- Awareness of safeguarding and professional practise
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- A relevant Equine or Animal Care qualification is preferred.
- Experience in supporting equine learning sessions or therapeutic work with horses is beneficial.
Working Hours & Salary
- 37.5 hours per week, typically including one weekend day and bank holidays
- Part-time hours will be considered for the right candidate.
- Working hours to be negotiated based on availability and needs of the yard.
- Salary dependent on qualifications, experience, and riding ability.
If you are passionate about horse care, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and want to be part of a progressive equine and therapeutic setting, we would love to hear from you!
To Apply
Please note we do not accept application through indeed - please do visit our website and complete the application on-line. https://elysianuk.org/work-with-us/
Elysian is committed to safeguarding children and young people, and all staff who work with us will undertake relevant Safeguarding vetting procedures such as references and DBS checks.
Pay: £22,720.00-£25,350.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Liss, Hampshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Equine Groom and Horse care: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
