Full Time Groom ( Live In /Live Out), Kenilworth, Warwickshire.

Racehorse Trader Online Ltd; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Full Time Groom in a well-established private yard. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a small number of horses, including hunters and dressage ponies, ensuring high standards of care and welfare. With excellent facilities and a supportive team, you will enjoy a balanced work-life schedule while taking pride in maintaining the yard and caring for the horses. If you have a passion for equine care and a friendly personality, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Accommodation available

Healthy work-life balance

Dog and partner welcome

Excellent facilities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in the equine industry required.
• High standards of horse care and maintenance expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the yard, stables, tack, and arenas throughout the seasons.
• Work in a small team to ensure horse welfare and care.

Skills

Clipping

Plaiting

Trimming

Competition Preparation

First Aid Skills

Handling Competition Horses

Hacking Out

Job description

Job Title: Full Time Groom (Live In / Live Out), Kenilworth, Warwickshire

Location: Kenilworth, Warwickshire

Contract Type: Full Time - Live in, Full Time - Live out

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Full Time Groom to join a small, well-established team on a private yard with a maximum of 5-6 horses, including hunters, dressage horses, and ponies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with high standards to work in a professionally run yard prioritizing horse welfare.

The team always includes two full-time grooms to ensure days off are covered and weekends are shared fairly. The yard boasts excellent facilities, including an indoor arena, ideal for winter days.

The role requires at least 5 years of experience in the equine industry, with skills in clipping, plaiting, trimming, and competition preparation. The candidate should have excellent first aid skills, be confident handling competition horses on the ground, and comfortable hacking out.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work and maintains the yard, stables, tack, and arenas throughout the seasons. Reliability, punctuality, a good work ethic, and a friendly personality are essential.

Work hours are based on a 4.5-day week, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Accommodation is available if needed, and a well-behaved dog and partner are welcome. Lorry driving skills are advantageous but not mandatory.