Job Description
Groom
Glenda Spooner Farm, Somerset
Permanent, full time
Salary: £25,501 per annum 40 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen at our rehabilitation and rehoming centre Glenda Spooner Farm in Somerton, Somerset for a full time groom. As part of your role you will have the opportunity to work alongside our specialist grooms, vets, physio and farrier with support towards continued learning and personal development.
We are looking for an individual who is willing and able to undertake normal daily yard duties as well as be responsible for a dedicated list of horses undergoing rehabilitation. Ideally you will have previous experience of working on a professional yard and be competent and confident in handling a range of horses including youngsters. The ability to work methodically with a sense of humour and people skills are essential.
This is a full time permanent position working 40 hours per week. Weekend working will be necessary.
Free shared staff accommodation may be available for the right candidate.
Benefits include a generous pension scheme and cash health plan, bike to work scheme, paid employee sickness absence scheme, death in service of 4 x annual salary, free parking, free tea/coffee/soft drinks, uniform and a minimum of 31 days’ holiday (including bank holidays and additional Christmas allowance).
World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ and disabled people.
World Horse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking and the successful applicant will be expected to share these values.
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If you would like to join us and help us achieve our vision which is a world where every horse is treated with respect, compassion and understanding whilst developing your own equine skills, then please apply by sending your CV and covering letter by clicking the 'apply' button.
Closing date for applications: 10th May 2025