Hourly Paid Equine Groom (2025/LH012)

East Durham College; Sherburn; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS Pension Scheme

Cash Healthcare Plan

Gym membership

CPD funding

Onsite restaurant

Free parking

On-site nursery

Cycle to work

Beamish tickets

Job summary

East Durham College is seeking an Equine Yard Groom to join our team on an hourly-paid basis. You will work with the Yard Manager to complete yard duties, supervise students when needed, and ensure high standards of care for our horses and safety for our students.

The role requires a recognised Level 3 horse care qualification (or equivalent) and Level 2 Maths and English. We offer strong staff benefits and opportunities to develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Recognised L3 horse care qualification or equivalent.
• Level 2 Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Muck out, groom, and maintain the yard and equipment to a high standard.
• Support the Yard Manager and supervise students when present to ensure yard duties are completed.

Education

Horse care L3

Maths & English Level 2

Job description

Salary: National Living Wage £13.68 Per Hour

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a proactive and well-organised Equine Yard Groom to join the team at East Durham College on an hourly-paid basis.

In this role, you will work closely with the Yard Manager to ensure all yard duties are completed, either through the supervision of students or by supporting yard staff when students are absent. You will also play a key part in maintaining the safety and welfare of our students, as well as ensuring the highest standards of care and well-being for our horses.

• Recognised L3 horse care qualification or equivalent.
• Level 2 Maths and English.

You will be able to carry out all stable and yard duties to a high standard, including mucking out, grooming, and maintaining the yard and equipment.

What we offer:

• LGPS Pension Scheme with up to 17.5% employer contributions.
• Access to a Cash Healthcare Plan.
• Heavily Discounted Gym Membership.
• Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity and Adoption leave.
• Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate.
• Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon.
• Free onsite parking.
• On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 yoa).
• Cycle to work scheme and much more.
• Access to free Beamish Tickets.

Join Our Team at East Durham College

Now is the perfect time to become part of our fantastic team at East Durham College! With recent investments enhancing our already outstanding teaching facilities and further development on the horizon, the College offers an excellent environment for both staff and students. We take pride in providing access to education for all, offering clear pathways through various stages of learning with a strong focus on employment opportunities across the North East region. We’re also thrilled to have earned our fifth consecutive ‘GOOD’ rating from Ofsted.

East Durham College operates across three campuses, delivering a wide range of courses from general further education and A-Levels to specialist land-based and technical programs, ensuring there is something for everyone. As a team member, you’ll enjoy a generous holiday entitlement, Local Government or Teachers Pensions, free gym access (Willerby Grove Campus), free parking, and much more.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive community where everyone can be themselves and succeed. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our dynamic workforce.

As part of our commitment to equality and diversity, East Durham College operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria, as part of our status as a Disability Confident Employer.

At East Durham College, we uphold Safer Recruitment and Keeping Children Safe in Education standards. This role requires an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

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Salary
National Living Wage £13.68 Per Hour