At a Glance
- Tasks: Care for and exercise horses, ensuring their welfare and training needs are met.
- Company: Join South Yorkshire Police's Operational Support Unit in a rewarding equestrian role.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, flexible working, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are valued; applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the community while working with amazing horses every day.
- Qualifications: Experience with horses and relevant qualifications or practical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 25242 - 27204 £ per year.
As a Riding Groom you will provide general equestrian service to meet the care and welfare, grooming and exercising needs of the horses to enable the mounted unit to achieve its maximum operational potential.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist on the yards with daily tasks as required to a high standard as directed.
- Strap and quarter horses to prepare them for service or exercise and after service or exercise as directed.
- Exercise sick, lame or spare horses by riding, lunging or walking in hand as directed.
- Exercise and school on the lunge/riding, long-reining or work in hand horses as directed by the training staff and in accordance with their training plan.
- Maintain a log of all exercise done with any loan/police horse and in line with the horses training plan OR Action plan.
- Comply with the requirements of SYP's policies on Drug and Alcohol testing.
- Carry out other duties which are consistent with the nature, responsibilities, and grading of the post.
Skills and experience:
- Experience and confidence in handling, from the ground, a variety of horses and have knowledge of in hand training techniques.
- BHS Stages 3/Riding Groom or equivalent qualification OR practical experience.
- Worked as a Groom in a large-scale stables/riding school.
- Dealt with basic emergencies and horse health care.
- Safely lunge/long-rein a trained horse.
- Knowledge of horses including handling, leading, welfare, safety/security and general care.
- Able to carry out duties including lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, loading/unloading, carrying.
- Flexible approach to areas of work according to rostered schedules.
What we offer:
- A highly competitive salary and access to a generous pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave allowance.
- A wide range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time and hybrid working.
- A transparent and collaborative team culture underpinned by our core values of Fairness, Integrity & Trust.
- Comprehensive range of development and leadership courses to develop your career with South Yorkshire Police.
- Employee Assistant Programme (accessible 24/7) offering confidential support and advice.
- Flexible lifestyle benefits such as: Blue Light Card, Company Shop, Cycle to work scheme.
- Membership to the Sports and Social Club.
- Access to a wide range of staff support groups and networks.
Eligibility:
Applicants must meet the minimum requirement checkable history criteria, which must be taken into account for individuals applying to work with South Yorkshire Police in any capacity. A minimum checkable history of 3 years is required for this role and successfully undergoing recruitment vetting procedure is a pre-requisite of employment with South Yorkshire Police.
Appearance & Standards:
South Yorkshire Police is committed to striking a proportionate balance between self-expression and the need to maintain role sensitive professional standards in dress and appearance.
South Yorkshire Police’s Key Values:
At South Yorkshire Police we have 3 key values which run through everything we do: Fairness, Integrity & Trust.
Contact details:
For further information about the role, please contact: Collette Hunter on 01226 736334.
Closing Date: 15 July 2026
Diversity & Inclusion:
Applications are particularly welcome from female and ethnic minority candidates. We support and value all officers and staff and the unique experiences they bring to the role.
Riding Groom in Barnsley employer: South Yorkshire Police
South Yorkshire Police is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises fairness, integrity, and trust. With a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a commitment to employee development through comprehensive training courses, staff can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in Barnsley, the role of Riding Groom not only provides meaningful work with horses but also access to flexible working arrangements and a range of lifestyle benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking a rewarding career in public service.
