Equine Groom Apprentice - Training Yard

About the role

Yard Assistant 🐴

Are you ready to kickstart your career with a legendary horseman? We're looking for an enthusiastic Yard Assistant to join our dynamic team and learn the ropes of world-class horse care and training. This is your chance to get hands-on experience in a professional environment and contribute to the well-being of our equine athletes.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Daily Horse Care: From mucking out stables to feeding and grooming, you'll be the backbone of our daily routine, ensuring our horses are happy and healthy. 🧹🥕
• Safe Handling: Master the art of safely turning out and bringing in horses, always with a calm and collected approach. 🤝
• Training Support: Get involved in assisting with horse training, including groundwork, long reining, and crucial join-up sessions. 🗣️🐴
• Understanding Horses: Develop a keen eye for horse body language and behaviour – it's all about communication! 👀
• Learn from the Best: Work directly with Ian Vandenberghe, gaining invaluable insights into the world-renowned Monty Roberts techniques and methods. 🎓
• Yard Excellence: Help us maintain our high standards of yard presentation and ensure the utmost welfare for all our horses. ✨
• Exercise & Riding: Assist with exercise routines and, for the right candidate, there may be opportunities to ride. 🏃‍♀️🐎
• Team Player: Thrive in a small, professional team environment and demonstrate your ability to work independently when needed. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

If you're passionate about horses, eager to learn, and ready for an exciting challenge, apply today! 🚀

Key responsibilities

• Carry out daily yard duties, including mucking out, feeding, grooming and general care.
• Assist with turning out and bringing in horses safely and calmly.
• Support in the training and handling of horses.
• Observe and interpret horse body language to understand communication and behaviour.
• Help maintain high standards of yard presentation and horse welfare.