Hiring Now: Senior Groom Near You – Apply Today!

Your Next Senior Groom Job Starts Here – Apply Now!

Senior Groom

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 27,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Englefield Green, Surrey

Expire in: 20 days

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

  * Company pension

  * Holiday allowance

  * Discretionary annual bonus

  * Sick pay

  * Opportunity to join a professional and supportive equestrian team where horse welfare is at the heart of everything they do

Before You Apply

Do not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:

Bank details.
National Insurance number.
Date of birth.

You should not be asked for payment or irrelevant information. If you have concerns about a job advert or employer, seek guidance on how to proceed.

Looking for your next career move? Join a top company hiring Senior Groom job near me in Englefield Green, Surrey! This is your chance to work on exciting projects, grow professionally, and enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to take the next step, this role offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills and make an impact. Don’t miss out—apply today via Vita CV and take your career to the next level!