Senior Groom (Equine)
7 days ago
Englefield Green
Job Description We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established equestrian organisation for an experienced Senior Groom. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and dedicated equestrian professional to play a key role in the day-to-day management of a busy yard, ensuring exceptional standards of horse care while supporting and leading a small team. The successful candidate will be passionate about horse welfare, thrive in a hands-on environment, and be confident managing horses of varying temperaments. Key Responsibilities Horse Care • Deliver exceptional daily care, including feeding, grooming, mucking out, turnout, and general stable management., • Monitor horse health and wellbeing, reporting concerns and administering treatments as required., • Prepare horses for exercise, veterinary and farrier visits, transport, and competitions., • Maintain accurate health and treatment records. Yard Management • Ensure the yard, stables, tack rooms, and feed areas are maintained to the highest standards., • Manage feed, bedding, and yard supplies., • Support the organisation of veterinary, farrier, and other equine healthcare appointments., • Take responsibility for the smooth running of the yard in the Yard Manager's absence. Team Leadership • Supervise, support, and mentor junior grooms and yard staff., • Delegate daily tasks and maintain high standards across the team., • Assist with onboarding and training new employees and work experience students. Competitions & Events • Travel to competitions and events when required., • Prepare horses and equipment for transport., • Maintain the highest standards of horse care and presentation while away from the yard. Requirements Essential • Significant experience working within a professional equestrian yard., • Confident rider with excellent horse handling skills., • Strong understanding of equine health, nutrition, and welfare., • Excellent organisational and communication skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable • Previous experience supervising staff or assisting with yard management., • Competition grooming experience., • Relevant equine qualifications., • Full UK driving licence and horsebox driving experience. Benefits • £28,000 Basic Salary, • Accommodation available with council tax and water bills included. Quarterly utility allowance for electric & gas, • Company pension, • Holiday allowance, • Discretionary annual bonus, • Sick pay