Equestrian Assistant

Coworth Park, Dorchester Collection's luxury country house hotel and spa, are seeking a professional, motivated individual who has the passion and experience in handling horses to fulfil the role of the Equestrian Assistant •To provide the highest level of care and presentation of the horses and unprecedented service levels to our guests •All aspects of yard work duties including; feed, hay, muck out, turn out, groom, clip and bandage •Keep the stable, horses and all equipment looking immaculate at all times •Schooling horses to keep them well trained and exercised daily •Prepare them for guests to ride •Escorting hacks around the estate both on foot or riding •Welcoming guests in a polite and friendly manner •Fitting guests with safety equipment before riding •Teaching guests of the hotel and local clients on our ponies and horses with knowledge, enthusiasm and care for safety at all times (once trained) Further training is available with BHS Stage 5 on site. Free uniform and meals Weekend work is required Unfortunately we can only accept applications from people already based in the UK Please email your CV to equestrian.cpa@dorchestercollection.com Required Key Skills • Riding • Equine First-Aid • Lunging • Clipping • Teaching • Trim/Pull • Exercising • People Skills Required Areas Of Expertise • Livery • Riding School • Working with children • Flatwork • Hacking Other Requirements A polite, friendly nature with a willingness to learn. Experience working with a team to deliver high expectations in terms of service and presentation Job Benefits Free meals on duty, free uniform, free training with BHS Stage 5 Accredited Professional Performance Coach in Complete Horsemanship. Clean working environment 5 day week-40 hours 28 days paid holiday Free stays in other hotels in the collection Accommodation Live out