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We are seeking a reliable, experienced Yard Assistant to join our friendly team at a busy equine veterinary practice based in Holmeswood, Lancashire. This is a part-time role working 30 hours per week (some flexibility required). The shifts will be between the hours of 8:00am and 6:00pm Monday to Friday including flexibility for weekend shifts at the requirement of the practice.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about horses who enjoys variety in their role and working in a supportive environment.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Confident and competent handling of horses, including leading, lunging, grooming, and restraining for veterinary procedures
* General horse management: mucking out, feeding, rugging, and maintaining clean, safe yard areas
* Stock control: monitoring supplies, assisting with ordering and stock rotation
* Administrative support: booking appointments, updating records, data entry, and assisting with insurance paperwork
* Client interaction: welcoming clients, providing assistance and guidance, and ensuring a professional and positive experience for all visitors
Our ideal candidate
* Proven experience working with horses (preferably in a veterinary or professional equine setting)
* Strong horse-handling skills and understanding of equine behaviour
* Organised and capable of managing both physical yard duties and office-based admin
* Confident using basic computer systems (training provided where needed)
* Friendly, professional, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:
* 6.6 Weeks annual leave FTE
* Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Non-accidental injury support
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
* Pension scheme
* Discounted staff pet care
£12.21ph