We are looking for an experienced Groom/Rider to join the friendly team on this yard close to Hadleigh, Suffolk. The ideal person will be reliable, hard working with a genuine love of country life and of course horses. Someone who takes a real pride in their work and who can turn horses out to a high standard which will include, clipping, plaiting, trimming etc.
A good, confident rider is essential to carry out fittening work and also to maintain fitness throughout the season. You must be used to exercising a variety of horses and be happy to go trail hunting at least one day a week.
A lorry driver would be great but not a dealbreaker
The ability to spot illness and injury is a must.
There is a 2/3 bedroom bungalow, with garden and parking provided with this role and a family would be welcome. Your own horse could be accommodated subject to discussion.
Hadleigh is 5 minutes away and has great schools, shops, gyms, restaurants etc.
There are a lot of grooms in the area so there is a chance to socialise if you wish.
A couple would be considered where the partner could also work on the yard.
Responsibilities
* Carry out fittening work and maintain fitness for horses throughout the season.
* Exercise a variety of horses and be comfortable with trail hunting at least one day per week.
* Turn horses out to a high standard (clipping, plaiting, trimming, etc.).
* Spot illness and injury and respond appropriately.
* Collaborate with yard team; flexibility for shared roles where applicable.
Qualifications & Preferences
* Good, confident rider with experience in conditioning and handling horses.
* Ability to exercise a variety of horses and participate in trail hunting.
* Reliable, hardworking and able to take pride in work.
* Comfortable living in a 2/3 bedroom bungalow with garden and parking; willingness to have own horse on site subject to discussion.
* Open to a couple where the partner could also work on the yard.
Benefits & Location
* 2/3 bedroom bungalow with garden and parking provided.
* Great location near Hadleigh, Suffolk; close to schools, shops, gyms, and restaurants.
* Opportunity to socialise with other grooms in the area.
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