Permanent Jobs in Somerton, somerset, united kingdom

Groom

GlendaSpooner Farm,Somerset

Permanent,fulltime

Salary : £25,501 per annum   40 hours perweek

An exciting opportunity hasarisen at our rehabilitation and rehoming centre Glenda SpoonerFarm in Somerton, Somerset for a full time groom. As part ofyour role you will have the opportunity to work alongside ourspecialist grooms, vets, physio and farrier with support towardscontinued learning and personaldevelopment.

We are looking for anindividual who is willing and able to undertake normal daily yardduties as well as be responsible for a dedicated list of horsesundergoing rehabilitation. Ideally you will have previousexperience of working on a professional yard and be competent andconfident in handling a range of horses including youngsters. Theability to work methodically with a sense of humour and peopleskills are essential.

This is a fulltime permanent position working 40 hours per week. Weekendworking will be necessary.

Freeshared staff accommodation may be available for the rightcandidate.

Benefits include a generous pensionscheme and cash health plan, bike to work scheme, paid employeesickness absence scheme, death in service of 4 x annual salary,free parking, free tea / coffee / soft drinks, uniform and a minimum of31 days’ holiday (including bank holidays and additional Christmasallowance).

World Horse Welfare is committed tochampioning equality and diversity in all aspects of employment andin the services that it provides. We encourage applications fromunder-represented groups, particularly ethnically diversecommunities, LGBTQ+ and disabled people.

WorldHorse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionateand forward-thinking and the successful applicant will be expectedto share these values.

Download the fulljob description and person specification.

If youwould like to join us and help us achieve our vision which is aworld where every horse is treated with respect, compassion andunderstanding whilst developing your own equine skills, then pleaseapply by sending your CV and covering letter by clickingthe 'apply' button.

Closing datefor applications :  10th May2025