Groom

British Horse Society; Banbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known riding school in Banbury has an immediate vacancy for a Groom/Instructor. The role involves caring for horses, participating in daily yard duties, and engaging with clients of all ages. The ideal candidate will have experience with horses, a positive attitude, and the ability to work both in a team and independently. Accommodation is available, and there are opportunities to attend away shows with well-behaved horses.

Benefits

Accommodation available

Opportunities to attend away shows

Qualifications

• Genuine love of working with horses and understanding their needs.
• Motivation, common sense, and reliability in all tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Join and contribute to a busy riding school and livery yard team.
• Care for horses and assist with daily yard duties.
• Attend occasional away shows with horses.

Skills

Experience with horses

Effective communication

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Valley Farm is a riding school and livery yard located at Mollington Lane, Shotteswell, Banbury OX17 1HZ, UK. We have an immediate vacancy for a Groom/Instructor. Accommodation is available.

We operate with excellent facilities including an indoor and outdoor school, indoor and outdoor stables, and a friendly client and horse community. We are a BHS Approved Centre and Pony Club Centre with over 40 members. There are opportunities to attend away shows with three well-behaved horses for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Join and contribute to a busy riding school and livery yard team.
• Care for horses, assist with daily yard duties, and interact with clients (adults and children).
• Attend occasional away shows with horses, as available and appropriate.
• Work effectively as part of a team and on your own, with a focus on finishing the yard on time.
• Demonstrate a proactive, get-up-and-go attitude and the ability to step up during busy periods.
• Maintain a positive, humorous approach to tasks and client interactions.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Experience with horses and a genuine love of working with them.
• Motivation, common sense, reliability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients of all ages.

Hours & Benefits

• Hours: 8:00am – 5:30pm, one late night until 6:30pm.
• Part-time positions also available.
• Accommodation is available.