Stable Yard Assistant / Technical Support Officer (Equine)

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A countryside farm in Aberdeen is seeking a part-time Stable Yard Assistant to care for equines and maintain welfare standards. Duties include feeding, health checks, and stable maintenance. Ideal candidates should have an interest in equine activities and experience in animal care. This zero-hour contract offers flexible working hours, approximately 2.5-5 hours per week, with the possibility of additional shifts.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Strong interest in equine activities.
• Responsible attitude towards animal care.
• Experience in handling equines.

Responsibilities

• Attend to the care of equines ensuring high welfare standards.
• Conduct health checks for equines and livestock.
• Feed and water equines and livestock.
• Clean stables and maintain fields.

Skills

Interest in equine activities

Ability to confidently handle and care for equines

Basic animal care experience

Practical experience/knowledge of livestock

Education

National Certificate in Equine Studies/Agriculture/Animal Care or BHS Levels 1 & 2

Job description

About The Team:

We are looking for a part time Stable Yard Assistant (Technical Support Officer) to join our friendly team based at SRUC Sunnybrae Farm Stables, Walton Road, Stoneywood, Aberdeen on a zero-hour contract.

The Opportunity:

The main duties and responsibilities of the role will be to attend to the care of our equines ensuring high welfare standards are maintained at all times. There will be additional duties of welfare checks for our small herd of ruminants who also reside at Sunnybrae Farm Stables. The facility is used to support the delivery of practical teaching sessions for students undertaking courses at SRUC Craibstone.

Duties will include but will not be limited to:

• Feeding and watering equines and livestock
  
• Health checks equine and livestock, grooming and application of rugs
  
• Cleaning stables and field maintenance
  
• Leading horses to and from fields and stables
  

  This is a zero hours contract.

  Hours would be approximately 2.5-5 hrs per week. Shifts are 2.5–3 hrs either 8.30–10.30/11.00am or 3.00-5.00pm. Can be up to 12hrs per week if covering other staff on annual leave.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  This role would suit individuals with a strong interest in equine activities. A National Certificate in Equine Studies/Agriculture/Animal Care or BHS Levels 1 & 2 would be advantageous but not mandatory.

  You should have a responsible attitude and possess the ability to confidently handle and care for equines. This includes experience of providing basic animal care and have practical experience/knowledge of livestock and equines. Further training can be provided in either area if required.

  A flexible approach to work and committed to working at weekends is essential.

  Please read the Job Particulars document for full details of the requirements for this role.

  Eligibility for Sponsorship

  This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Please check your eligibility prior to applying for the role.

  Admin ref: ANF/AE/004/25

  Why work for SRUC?

  • Generous annual leave
    
  • Enhanced pension contributions (5% employee and 10% employer)
    
  • Cycle to work scheme
    
  • Discounted RAC Membership
    
  • Generous family leave
    
  • Flexible working patterns
    
  • Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
    
  • Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development
    

    How to Apply:

    Please complete an online application form by pressing “apply”.

    Please read the Job Particulars document before applying.

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