29/11/2025
Full-Time Live-Out Groom β 40 Hours per Week
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Groom to join our team at our BHS-approved full livery yard in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset.
We cater for up to 30 horses and offer excellent facilities and working conditions.
This is a PAYE employed position (not freelance).
Hours:β¨40 hours per week, typically 07:30β17:00β¨One weekend day is required as part of your regular rota and is non negotiable.
Transparency is important to us you will receive a full employment contract, paid overtime, full and paid holiday entitlement and bank holidays worked repaid in lieu - we stimulate this as sadly it is still a rarity within the industry.
As it is coming to that time of year you will not be required to work Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Yearβs Day - also a rarity within the industry!
Role Responsibilities:β¨Duties will include, but are not limited to:
* All aspects of day-to-day horse and stable care
* Long-reining and lungeing
* General yard care
* Potential for ridden work, though this is primarily a non-ridden role
What Weβre Looking For:
* Solid horse-care knowledge (if you hold basic knowledge we can provide on the job training)
* Confident in handling horses of various sizes and temperaments
* An individual who works well within a team and communicates effectively with colleagues and owners
* A proactive attitude, able to work efficiently during busy periods β especially through the winter months
You will be supported by the Yard Owner, Assistant Manager, and a dedicated team. (Weβre also conveniently close to Starbucks and Greggs for those sweet treats on cold days!)
Additional Requirements:
* Own transport is essential, as we are not directly served by public transport
* Please consider the nature of the role: winter weather will be cold, wet, and the horses can be fresh.
* Commitment is important and you must be reliable β if you are unsure about working outdoors through the winter, currently considering a career change outside of horses, or may need frequent last-minute absences, this role may not be suitable. Please send enquiries, CVs and covering letters to [email protected]