Horse Yard Assistant Required

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Pay: Pay rate will be discussed at interview and will be dependent on experience

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work closely with Shires and Clydesdales at Tia Rescue.

Based near Nairn in the Scottish Highlands, Tia Rescue offers a peaceful rural setting with open countryside and provides the opportunity to become a team member, contributing to our horses care as part of a dedicated rescue organisation.

The successful candidate will be able to expand their knowledge of working in horse care management in the charity sector in this much sought after role. On site accommodation is available enabling this role to be open nationally.

Main duties:

• Feeding, grooming and caring for our horses
• Administering medication as required
• Assisting with veterinary care
• General field management and maintenance
• Maintaining a clean, safe and professional yard environment
• Following all health and safety procedures
• Reporting all welfare concerns or operational issues to management
• Carrying out general yard duties as required to maintain the smooth running of the rescue

Hours:

Applicant will be expected to work four consecutive days in a week.

Daily schedule:

• 8:00 - 16:00 main yard duties, horse care and general farm responsibilities. Break times are included
• 17:30 - 18:00 bringing in horses and evening feeds
• 21:00 - final feed for older horses and final checks on all horses

Additional information:

The post is available for an immediate start. Applicant must have legal right to work in the UK. Right to work checks must be completed prior to commencement of employment.

How to Apply:

Please contact Debra Rothery on deb@tia-rescue.org with a CV showing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role. Informal enquiries are welcome using the contact details above

• Self-starter with the ability to take responsibility for daily yard duties
• Commitment to excellent horse welfare
• Previous yard experience (1 year minimum preferred)
• Full driving license
• Excellent team player supporting other colleagues as and when required
• Ability to communicate with clarity on both basic and more complex issues
• Reliability, dedication and resilience with an excellent work ethic
• Flexible approach due to the nature of animal care

Self-contained unit with two separate bedrooms and shared kitchen, living room and bathroom. Hot water and electricity are included, and applicant will only be responsible for their own food and day-to-day personal living expenses.

• Company pension
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank holiday allowance)
• On site accommodation and free parking