Therapeutic Centre Assistant

YardandGroom; Wootton Wawen CP; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

YardandGroom is seeking an Equestrian Centre Assistant / Groom to help care for our horses and support daily operations at our therapeutic equestrian centre.

The role is part-time and involves assisting with riding lessons, trail rides, Pony Club activities and camps, in a horse-centered approach. Applicants should have experience with horses and be willing to pursue an equine care qualification.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for or training horses.
• Willingness to work towards an equine/animal care qualification.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily yard duties and provide attentive care for our horses and other animals.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming environment, with equal concern for participants and horses.
• Assist with horse exercise and training using our horse-centred approach, within your competence.
• Support riding and therapeutic horsemanship sessions for participants.
• Assist with Pony Club activities, retreats and Horse Boy camps when required.
• Work positively with colleagues and support volunteers where appropriate.
• Participate in staff meetings and fundraising activities as required.
• Follow our values, policies and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Horse care

Grooming

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Equine care qualification

Job description

Equestrian Centre Assistant / Groom – Therapeutic Equestrian Centre
Part-time | Pay and hours to be agreed

We are looking for a kind, capable and enthusiastic equine professional to help care for our horses and support the daily running of our therapeutic equestrian centre.

Our approach is horse-centred and person-centred. We value considerate horsemanship, excellent welfare and positive relationships, helping people enjoy the benefits of spending time with horses.

JOB PURPOSE

Assist with daily horse and animal care, yard operations and horse exercise and training. Support therapeutic activities, riding lessons, trail rides, Pony Club and camps as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out daily yard duties and provide attentive care for our horses and other animals.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming environment, with equal concern for participants and horses.
• Assist with horse exercise and training using our horse-centred approach, within your competence.
• Support riding and therapeutic horsemanship sessions for participants.
• Assist with Pony Club activities, retreats and Horse Boy camps when required.
• Work positively with colleagues and support volunteers where appropriate.
• Participate in staff meetings and fundraising activities as required.
• Follow our values, policies and safeguarding procedures.

ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES

Professional experience of caring for or training in working with horses. An equine or animal care qualification, or willingness to work towards one within the role.

Kind, considerate horse-handling skills; patience; enthusiasm; clear communication; good organisation; and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A perceptive, responsive approach and genuine interest in therapeutic horsemanship and developing your skills.