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Relief Farm Worker & Groom: Equine Care Pro

The Donkey Sanctuary

Honiton

On-site

GBP 24,000

Full time

18 days ago

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Job summary

An animal welfare organization in Honiton is seeking a Relief Farm Worker/Groom to care for donkeys, mules, and ponies. This full-time, fixed-term position offers a competitive salary and benefits including health support and holiday entitlement. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a valid driving license, and will work in a team environment to maintain high animal welfare standards.

Benefits

Competitive pension
Life assurance
31 days holiday, rising to 34 after full years
Wellbeing team
Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes
Long service awards
Healthshield plan
Free Parking
Subsidised restaurant and shop

Qualifications

  • Experience in caring for animals.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Willingness to undergo work-related training.

Responsibilities

  • Provide care to resident donkeys and ponies.
  • Feed, medicate, and groom the animals.
  • Maintain records of animals and farming practices.
  • Support work experience students.

Skills

Previous equine or animal husbandry experience
Good communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Experience of using farm machinery (tractor driving)
Physical fitness
Full current UK valid driving licence
Job description
An animal welfare organization in Honiton is seeking a Relief Farm Worker/Groom to care for donkeys, mules, and ponies. This full-time, fixed-term position offers a competitive salary and benefits including health support and holiday entitlement. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a valid driving license, and will work in a team environment to maintain high animal welfare standards.
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