Experienced Showjumping Yard Groom RequiredAntrim

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The Job

Job No:
12958
Status:
Looking
Title:
Experienced Showjumping Yard Groom Required
Type:
Groom-Showjumping
Work type:
Full Time
Salary:
To be discussed at interview
Min. education:
To be able to speak a reasonable level of english.
Live In:
tick
Bring own horse:
cross
Training available:
cross
Posted:
06 Jan 12
Updated:
06 Jan 12

The Yard

Yard No:
311064
Name:
*Mount Pleasant Stables*
Location:
Lisburn, Antrim United Kingdom
Type:
Conditioning/Handling, Livery, Other, Private, Show Jumping, Training

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced showjumping groom who must have previous experience working with showjumping horses, be reliable, trustworthy and must be a capable rider.

The duties for the position will include the following:
*Feeding in the morning/lunchtime/evening
*Grooming
*Exercising Daily
*Prep for Shows
*Working with Stallions
*Riding Young Horses - Just Broken
*Stable Management - all general work (mucking out morning and evening)
*Clipping & Grooming, platting, pullling mains etc
*Assisting at Showjumping Events

This job vacancy is within a private Showjumping Yard.

Requirements

In addition we would like someone with good experience in handling young
stock and also in taking sole charge of a stable yard/s.

This experience is necessary due to the level of young horses on site and who
will need attended to when we are away at weekend/weekly/2-3 day shows.

Required Skills

Riding; Equine First-Aid; Handling Youngstock; Schooling; Lunging; Plaiting; Clipping; Trim/Pull; Sole Charge; Exercising.

Required Expertise

Show Jumping; Sole Charge; Flatwork.

Accommodation

* Accommodation in a Static Home - which
is fully equipped with modern appliances, Central Heating, Washing Machine,
Tumble Dryer etc.
*There is no additional charge for accommodation, electricity or oil.

Benefits

* The opportunity to participate in cross country and local shows on young horses- if your riding ability is at the standard we require.

The Facility

Show Jumping Yard