Senior Groom (Equine)
Posted on Jul 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Englefield Green, Surrey, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£27k - £28k Annual
Full-Time
Job Description
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established equestrian organisation for an experienced Senior Groom. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and dedicated equestrian professional to play a key role in the day-to-day management of a busy yard, ensuring exceptional standards of horse care while supporting and leading a small team.
The successful candidate will be passionate about horse welfare, thrive in a hands-on environment, and be confident managing horses of varying temperaments.
Key Responsibilities
Horse Care
* Deliver exceptional daily care, including feeding, grooming, mucking out, turnout, and general stable management.
* Monitor horse health and wellbeing, reporting concerns and administering treatments as required.
* Prepare horses for exercise, veterinary and farrier visits, transport, and competitions.
* Maintain accurate health and treatment records.
Yard Management
* Ensure the yard, stables, tack rooms, and feed areas are maintained to the highest standards.
* Manage feed, bedding, and yard supplies.
* Support the organisation of veterinary, farrier, and other equine healthcare appointments.
* Take responsibility for the smooth running of the yard in the Yard Manager's absence.
Team Leadership
* Supervise, support, and mentor junior grooms and yard staff.
* Delegate daily tasks and maintain high standards across the team.
* Assist with onboarding and training new employees and work experience students.
Competitions & Events
* Travel to competitions and events when required.
* Prepare horses and equipment for transport.
* Maintain the highest standards of horse care and presentation while away from the yard.
Requirements
Essential
* Significant experience working within a professional equestrian yard.
* Confident rider with excellent horse handling skills.
* Strong understanding of equine health, nutrition, and welfare.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
* Previous experience supervising staff or assisting with yard management.
* Competition grooming experience.
* Relevant equine qualifications.
* Full UK driving licence and horsebox driving experience.
Benefits
* £28,000 Basic Salary
* Accommodation available with council tax and water bills included. Quarterly utility allowance for electric & gas
* Company pension
* Holiday allowance
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Sick pay
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established equestrian organisation for an experienced Senior Groom. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and dedicated equestrian professional to play a key role in the day-to-day management of a busy yard, ensuring exceptional standards of horse care while supporting and leading a small team.
The successful candidate will be passionate about horse welfare, thrive in a hands-on environment, and be confident managing horses of varying temperaments.
Key Responsibilities
Horse Care
* Deliver exceptional daily care, including feeding, grooming, mucking out, turnout, and general stable management.
* Monitor horse health and wellbeing, reporting concerns and administering treatments as required.
* Prepare horses for exercise, veterinary and farrier visits, transport, and competitions.
* Maintain accurate health and treatment records.
Yard Management
* Ensure the yard, stables, tack rooms, and feed areas are maintained to the highest standards.
* Manage feed, bedding, and yard supplies.
* Support the organisation of veterinary, farrier, and other equine healthcare appointments.
* Take responsibility for the smooth running of the yard in the Yard Manager's absence.
Team Leadership
* Supervise, support, and mentor junior grooms and yard staff.
* Delegate daily tasks and maintain high standards across the team.
* Assist with onboarding and training new employees and work experience students.
Competitions & Events
* Travel to competitions and events when required.
* Prepare horses and equipment for transport.
* Maintain the highest standards of horse care and presentation while away from the yard.
Requirements
Essential
* Significant experience working within a professional equestrian yard.
* Confident rider with excellent horse handling skills.
* Strong understanding of equine health, nutrition, and welfare.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
* Previous experience supervising staff or assisting with yard management.
* Competition grooming experience.
* Relevant equine qualifications.
* Full UK driving licence and horsebox driving experience.
Benefits
* £28,000 Basic Salary
* Accommodation available with council tax and water bills included. Quarterly utility allowance for electric & gas
* Company pension
* Holiday allowance
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Sick pay
Reference: 225344989
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Senior Groom (Equine)
Posted on Jul 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Englefield Green, Surrey, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£27k - £28k Annual
Full-Time
Job Description
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established equestrian organisation for an experienced Senior Groom. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and dedicated equestrian professional to play a key role in the day-to-day management of a busy yard, ensuring exceptional standards of horse care while supporting and leading a small team.
The successful candidate will be passionate about horse welfare, thrive in a hands-on environment, and be confident managing horses of varying temperaments.
Key Responsibilities
Horse Care
* Deliver exceptional daily care, including feeding, grooming, mucking out, turnout, and general stable management.
* Monitor horse health and wellbeing, reporting concerns and administering treatments as required.
* Prepare horses for exercise, veterinary and farrier visits, transport, and competitions.
* Maintain accurate health and treatment records.
Yard Management
* Ensure the yard, stables, tack rooms, and feed areas are maintained to the highest standards.
* Manage feed, bedding, and yard supplies.
* Support the organisation of veterinary, farrier, and other equine healthcare appointments.
* Take responsibility for the smooth running of the yard in the Yard Manager's absence.
Team Leadership
* Supervise, support, and mentor junior grooms and yard staff.
* Delegate daily tasks and maintain high standards across the team.
* Assist with onboarding and training new employees and work experience students.
Competitions & Events
* Travel to competitions and events when required.
* Prepare horses and equipment for transport.
* Maintain the highest standards of horse care and presentation while away from the yard.
Requirements
Essential
* Significant experience working within a professional equestrian yard.
* Confident rider with excellent horse handling skills.
* Strong understanding of equine health, nutrition, and welfare.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
* Previous experience supervising staff or assisting with yard management.
* Competition grooming experience.
* Relevant equine qualifications.
* Full UK driving licence and horsebox driving experience.
Benefits
* £28,000 Basic Salary
* Accommodation available with council tax and water bills included. Quarterly utility allowance for electric & gas
* Company pension
* Holiday allowance
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Sick pay
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established equestrian organisation for an experienced Senior Groom. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and dedicated equestrian professional to play a key role in the day-to-day management of a busy yard, ensuring exceptional standards of horse care while supporting and leading a small team.
The successful candidate will be passionate about horse welfare, thrive in a hands-on environment, and be confident managing horses of varying temperaments.
Key Responsibilities
Horse Care
* Deliver exceptional daily care, including feeding, grooming, mucking out, turnout, and general stable management.
* Monitor horse health and wellbeing, reporting concerns and administering treatments as required.
* Prepare horses for exercise, veterinary and farrier visits, transport, and competitions.
* Maintain accurate health and treatment records.
Yard Management
* Ensure the yard, stables, tack rooms, and feed areas are maintained to the highest standards.
* Manage feed, bedding, and yard supplies.
* Support the organisation of veterinary, farrier, and other equine healthcare appointments.
* Take responsibility for the smooth running of the yard in the Yard Manager's absence.
Team Leadership
* Supervise, support, and mentor junior grooms and yard staff.
* Delegate daily tasks and maintain high standards across the team.
* Assist with onboarding and training new employees and work experience students.
Competitions & Events
* Travel to competitions and events when required.
* Prepare horses and equipment for transport.
* Maintain the highest standards of horse care and presentation while away from the yard.
Requirements
Essential
* Significant experience working within a professional equestrian yard.
* Confident rider with excellent horse handling skills.
* Strong understanding of equine health, nutrition, and welfare.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
* Previous experience supervising staff or assisting with yard management.
* Competition grooming experience.
* Relevant equine qualifications.
* Full UK driving licence and horsebox driving experience.
Benefits
* £28,000 Basic Salary
* Accommodation available with council tax and water bills included. Quarterly utility allowance for electric & gas
* Company pension
* Holiday allowance
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Sick pay
Reference: 225344989
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