Full Time Groom/Rider
📣 Groom / Rider – Full Time
Location: Guildford, Surrey
Accommodation: Not available
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We are seeking a confident and enthusiastic Groom/Rider to join our busy eventing and livery yard, home to horses ranging from quality 4-year-olds to established 4* event horses. This role offers a fantastic mix of yard work, riding, and training opportunities for the right candidate.
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What the role involves:
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Working as part of a supportive team to complete all daily yard duties
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Handling and caring for fit, young, and competition horses
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Riding a variety of horses, including young horses and fit eventers
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Opportunity to school horses and receive regular coaching
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Assisting with daily operations to maintain high standards of horse welfare
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Potential to travel to shows and competitions depending on experience
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Skills & Requirements:
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Confident handling and riding young, fit, and competition horses
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A positive, willing-to-learn attitude is essential
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Good communication and teamwork skills
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Reliable, motivated, and committed to high standards
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Previous experience with competition horses is preferred but not essential
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Training & Development:
We can provide training in all areas of horse care, including:
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Clipping
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Plaiting
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Trimming
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Producing horses for competition
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Turnout to a professional standard
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For candidates seeking more of a riding-focused role, plenty of riding is available—but you must also be happy to contribute fully to all yard duties.
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Additional Opportunities:
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Possibility to bring your own horse, with training available from a 5★ rider for the right person
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Fun, friendly working atmosphere
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Opportunity to work with a range of talented event horses
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Competitive pay based on experience
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If you’re passionate about horses, keen to develop your skills, and confident in both handling and riding competition horses, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply: Please send your CV and a short cover message to admin@harrydzeniseventing.com or contact Harry on 07900 953904
