Senior Groom (Equine)

Job Description

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established equestrian organisation for an experienced Senior Groom. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and dedicated equestrian professional to play a key role in the day-to-day management of a busy yard, ensuring exceptional standards of horse care while supporting and leading a small team.

The successful candidate will be passionate about horse welfare, thrive in a hands-on environment, and be confident managing horses of varying temperaments.

Key Responsibilities

Horse Care

* Deliver exceptional daily care, including feeding, grooming, mucking out, turnout, and general stable management.

* Monitor horse health and wellbeing, reporting concerns and administering treatments as required.

* Prepare horses for exercise, veterinary and farrier visits, transport, and competitions.

* Maintain accurate health and treatment records.

Yard Management

* Ensure the yard, stables, tack rooms, and feed areas are maintained to the highest standards.

* Manage feed, bedding, and yard supplies.

* Support the organisation of veterinary, farrier, and other equine healthcare appointments.

* Take responsibility for the smooth running of the yard in the Yard Manager's absence.

Team Leadership

* Supervise, support, and mentor junior grooms and yard staff.

* Delegate daily tasks and maintain high standards across the team.

* Assist with onboarding and training new employees and work experience students.

Competitions & Events

* Travel to competitions and events when required.

* Prepare horses and equipment for transport.

* Maintain the highest standards of horse care and presentation while away from the yard.

Requirements

Essential

* Significant experience working within a professional equestrian yard.

* Confident rider with excellent horse handling skills.

* Strong understanding of equine health, nutrition, and welfare.

* Excellent organisational and communication skills.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

* Previous experience supervising staff or assisting with yard management.

* Competition grooming experience.

* Relevant equine qualifications.

* Full UK driving licence and horsebox driving experience.

Benefits

* £28,000 Basic Salary

* Accommodation available with council tax and water bills included. Quarterly utility allowance for electric & gas

* Company pension

* Holiday allowance

* Discretionary annual bonus

* Sick pay
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed