We are looking for a reliable, kind and experienced stable hand/nanny to help a stay at home mum with two young children (newborn and 2yo) in Northern Ireland for a 6-month position, starting at the end of October 2026.

THE HORSES

We have 18 horses and ponies, the majority being retired ex-competition horses, along with 1 Clydesdale and 4 ponies.

The horses are kept in a large barn on an open-group system throughout the winter.

The stable role involves:

• Skipping out
• Feeding
• General daily horse care

The role is hands-on and physically demanding, so a good level of fitness and previous yard experience are essential.

You must be confident and experienced working safely among groups of horses.

CHILDCARE (Preferred but not essential)

The successful candidate would ideally help with the children as needed alongside the stable duties, although assistance with the horses is the priority.

Babysitting would not be set hours, but would generally be around once a week, with occasional additional help with the children during the day when required.

Previous childcare or nanny experience would be highly desirable, particularly experience with young children.

📅 THE POSITION

• Start: End of October 2026
• Duration: 6 months
• 5-6 days per week
• Approximately 4–5 hours of stable duties per day
• Babysitting approximately once a week, with occasional additional childcare help
• Private 2-bedroom bungalow provided
• Full driving licence essential
• Good spoken and understanding of English essential
• Pay dependent on experience
• Opportunity to bring a ride/drive Clydesdale back in to work for the right candidate
• Open to a couple (stable hand/grounds keeper combo)

We are very open to overseas applicants - a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting a temporary live-in position combining their love of horses with childcare and the chance to explore Ireland.

DRIVING & ENGLISH

A full driving licence is essential.

You must also be able to converse comfortably in English and understand spoken English well, as clear communication is important both when working around the horses and when helping with the children.

ACCOMMODATION

A private 2-bedroom bungalow is provided, giving the successful candidate their own independent accommodation and privacy.

This would be an ideal opportunity for someone coming from overseas who would like to experience living and working in Northern Ireland.

🐴 CLYDESDALE OPPORTUNITY

For the right experienced horse person, there is also the opportunity to bring our Clydesdale back into work, including riding and/or driving.

This would be completely in the candidate's own time and is not part of the contracted stable duties.

ACCOMMODATION

A private 2-bedroom bungalow is provided, giving the successful candidate their own independent accommodation and privacy.

This would be an ideal opportunity for someone coming from overseas who would like to experience living and working in Northern Ireland.