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Louisa

Faversham, Kent, UK

About
Jobseeker No
375097
Status
Looking
Gender/Working Couple
Female
Age
39
Location
Faversham, Kent, ME13, UK
Nationality
UK
Marital Status
Single
Occupation
Instructor
Height
1.79m = 5' 10"
Weight
68 kgs = 10 st 9 lb
Smoke
Preferences
Live-In Position
Bring Own Horse
Locations
Work Types
Temporary; Permanent; Contract; Freelance
Work Times
Full-time; Part-time
Notice Required
2 week(s)
Qualifications

I currently hold the BHS Stage 1 and 2 complete and am working towards the 3. I am approaching competency on the flat, the teaching and elements of the care, but require training to progress further. I also hold a full First Aid at work certificate. Additionally, I have a BSc in animal Management and some basic computing qualifications.

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BHS Exams

BHS Stage 1 BHS Stage 2 PTT (Preliminary Teachers Test)

Duties of Current Occupation

Riding Instructor, Groom, Sole Charge, Yard Supervisor, Schooling

Equine Work Experience

My time in the industry has predominantly been spent within riding schools, but I have also spent some time working in dressage yards and with liveries. In addition I am qualified and experienced in the care of many other species such as hoofstock and small mammals. I am happy working as an entry level employee but am often projected into positions of a supervisory nature as as I am supervising my approach to handling staff and helpers is fair, calm and understanding. I have some limited experience with youngstock and stallions as well as a broad range of equines - everything from a fallabella to grand prix dressage horses.

Specialities

As a fast learner I am apt to find myself multitasking, switching between roles as a supervisor, rider, groom and instructor at a moments notice. I have a keen sense of what needs doing and being able to get things done quickly, such as fitting in mucking out a stable in the short gaps between lessons. My exceptional communication skills and gentle approach have made me a popular instructor. I excel at tailoring every lesson to the individual horse and rider on that day.

Type of Ride Work

I have ridden a large variety of horses, but approach all of them with a gentle, sympathetic mindset. I have some experience with schooling competition horses on the flat, but lack confidence in my jumping. I will ride any horse and enjoy the cheeky ponies as much as the hot headed eventers. I'm fortunate to have a sticky seat and an excellent sense of self preservation!

Competition Details

Not competitive by nature, I have never sought to compete. My passion for horses revolves around building a connection with them and riding them in harmony. However, I would have some interest in competing in dressage and endurance later on.

Key Skills
Riding First-Aid Equine First-Aid Handling Youngstock Schooling Lunging Bandaging Plaiting Teaching Trim/Pull Sole Charge Exercising People Skills
Areas of Expertise
Dressage Livery Riding School Sole Charge Working with children Working with the disabled Flatwork
Previous Employers
Employer
Dates
Contact Details
Responsibilities
Berkshire Riding Centre 22/07/2021-06/01/2022 Instructor, groom, schooling, yard management
Whiteleaf Riding Stables 10/11/2018-15/08/2021 Riding instructor, groom, schooling, managing staff and helpers, yard maintenance, escorting hacks
Shardeloes Equestrian Centre 01/10/2016-19/05/2017 Groom, managing riding school, sole charge of livery yard, rehabilitation of riding school horses, yard maintenance
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