At a Glance
- Tasks: Care for horses, supervise students, and assist with equine events.
- Company: CAFRE Enniskillen Campus, a leading institution in equine education.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience in a vibrant equine environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and development in the equine industry.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a difference in equine care and education.
- Qualifications: Level 2 equine qualification and 2 years of horse husbandry experience required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Duration : 4th of October, with possibility of extension
Location : CAFRE Enniskillen Campus, 2 Mullaghmeen Road, Levaghy, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, BT74 4GF
Job Duties
The main duties of the post will include
- Carrying out day-to-day equine duties associated with the equine enterprises (breeding, equitation and racing) and the campus facilities (education and residential properties).
- Recording information (for example electronic data) relating to the equine enterprises.
- Supervising and recording student performance while students are carrying out practical duties.
- Complying with all CAFRE Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Assisting with other general estate/farm duties as required.
- Driving duties which will include driving departmental vehicles.
- Assisting in duties associated with CAFRE knowledge transfer, events and other activities which may be located off campus.
The above list is not exhaustive but gives a good indication of the main duties of the post.
Qualifications
- A formal equine qualification to at least Level 2, e. g. NVQ level 2, British Horse Society Stage 2, Level 2 Diploma in Horse care, or equivalent.
- At least 2 years, full time equivalent, experience of horse husbandry, including grooming and the practical use of a broad range of items of horse tack when working in an equine yard.
- A full, current driving license enabling the license holder to drive in Northern Ireland.
- Desired Experience
- A driving licence entitling the person to tow a trailer (Category B+E).
- City & Guilds or NPTC Certificate in Competence in Livestock Transportation (Short Journeys).
*The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Access NI during registration*
- A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.
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