Looking for an additional motivated team member with high standards and a great attitude to client service.
The position suits someone with experience in PC, BE or FEI Eventing who aims to groom at competition level. There is opportunity to groom at domestic & international events.
Applicant would need to demonstrate ability to participate as a team member and manage a number of horses.Candidates are required to carry out daily routine yard tasks & grooming for competition and client horses.
The business is owned by Bruce Haskell. Bruce is an international 5* event rider with a wealth of experience producing young horses and is a successful and recognised BE coach. One of the strengths of Bruce is his recognised ability to mentor & develop young riders at any stage of their career.
Aston Stud is a modern, well-equipped yard which is centrally located. Witney, Oxfordshire
We have a small team of quality event horses ranging from 3yo to 4* competing BE, BSJA and FEI. The variety of ages of horses competing means staff will get an opportunity to compete their own horse and/or groom at competitions on a very regular basis.The livery side of the business is crucial to the business model, and we need someone who understands and respects that dynamic.
We are flexible as to the riding skills of the applicant.
This a new role and the employer is open to what skills the applicant can offer. Training using external agents may be available to increase the applicants grooming or management skill sets if needed.
The package will include a salary negotiable on skill set. This is a "live in" position in a well-appointed onsite 3-bedroom flat. (Employment contract in line with BGA guidance & all government regulations)
Own horse is welcome. Opportunity to compete/school your own horse. Regular development focused tuition will be available.
All positive and motivated candidates considered. Good references essential.
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Requirements
We are afraid that we cannot take pets in this role.Due to location a drivers licence is preferable. (1 mile biking distance to local Co-op)
Required Key Skills
* Riding
* Driving license
* Equine First-Aid
* Handling Youngstock
* Lunging
* Plaiting
* Clipping
* Trim/Pull
* Exercising
* People Skills
Required Expertise
* Dressage
* Eventing
* Livery
* Flatwork
Accommodation
Separate, modern 3 single bedroom flat.Wifi and Utilities included in package.
Job Benefits
Excellent facilities for training horse and riderInstruction from BE accredited coachInternational travel to FEI competitions in 2022 to France, Ireland, Holland and BelgiumTransport to for own competitions and training provided.Groom training to BE and FEI standards provided from previous Head Girl.Clean modern private accommodation