About this role
Our client is seeking an experienced Horse Jockey / Rider to ride, exercise and care for horses in a professional yard. The successful candidate will work closely with trainers, owners, farriers and vets to keep every horse fit, healthy and well prepared. Hours: This is a full-time role (minimum 39 hours per week).
Key Responsibilities
Ride and exercise horses safely and effectively according to their individual needs and training programmesSchool, exercise and prepare horses for racing, competition, training or other activities as requiredMonitor each horse's behaviour, fitness, condition and general wellbeingFeed and water horses according to their individual requirementsMuck out, clean and maintain stables to a high standardGroom horses daily and maintain their coats, hooves and general presentationTack up and untack horses correctly and safelyCheck horses for signs of injury, illness, lameness or any changes in behaviour and report concerns promptlyAssist with basic first aid and routine care when requiredMaintain clean and safe yards, paddocks, equipment and working areasClean, maintain and safely store saddles, bridles and other riding equipmentAssist with turning horses out and bringing them in from fields or paddocksAssist with loading and transporting horses when requiredWork closely with trainers, owners, farriers, vets and other members of the teamFollow appropriate health, safety and animal welfare procedures at all timesCarry out other general yard duties as requiredRequirementsPrevious experience working with horses is essentialGood riding ability and confidence handling horses from the ground and in the saddleGood knowledge of horse care, feeding, grooming and stable managementAbility to recognise signs of illness, injury, stress or changes in behaviourPhysically fit and able to carry out manual work, including lifting feed, mucking out and handling equipmentReliable, responsible and able to work independentlyCalm, patient and confident around horsesGood attention to detail and a genuine commitment to horse welfareAbility to work as part of a teamDesirablePrevious experience in racing, competition or professional yards