At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily yard operations, ensuring horse care and safety standards are met.
- Company: A prestigious Catholic independent boarding and day school with a focus on excellence.
- Benefits: 30 days’ holiday, free lunch during term time, and discounted sports club membership.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a difference in horse welfare and education.
- Qualifications: BHS Stable Management qualification or equivalent experience; GCSEs in English and Maths.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the effective day-to-day running of the yard, maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised environment, and assisting with maintenance, stock control and staff cover.
- Prioritise and promote health, safety and safeguarding, carrying out routine checks, responding to incidents and administering first aid within level of competence.
- Ensure high standards of horse care and welfare, including daily health checks, stable and field management, grooming, handling and routine care administration.
- Prepare, exercise and support the management of horses, including tacking, untacking, turnout, aftercare and maintaining tack and equipment to a high standard.
- Support riding activities and lessons, including assisting with lead rein sessions and exercising or lunging horses where appropriately trained.
- Assist with events, visitor engagement and administrative coordination, including organising veterinary and farriery visits and maintaining accurate records.
Requirements for the successful candidate:
- Clear understanding of and commitment to the aims and ethos of a Catholic independent boarding and day school.
- BHS Stable Management qualification (or equivalent experience, with a willingness to work towards the qualification).
- GCSE Grade 5 (C) or above in English and Mathematics.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Experience of working on a yard.
- Experience of working with young people.
- Knowledge across the range of stable management practices.
- Ability to administer first aid to horses.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Basic IT skills to support administrative tasks.
- Promote and maintain high standards of horse welfare and care.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
Benefits:
- 30 days’ holiday (including bank holidays).
- Excellent benefits & CPD.
- Lunch without charge in term time.
- Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club.
Groom in Chelmsford employer: Catholic Independent Schools
Princethorpe College is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. With competitive salaries, generous benefits such as on-site parking and staff discounts, and a commitment to employee well-being through initiatives like the cycle-to-work scheme, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the educational community in a vibrant setting.
Contact Details:
Catholic Independent Schools Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Groom in Chelmsford
Horse Care and Welfare
Stable Management
First Aid Administration
Communication Skills
Organisational Skills
Health and Safety Awareness
Experience with Young People
