Hainford, North of Norwich
1 x full-time permanent contract & 1 x full-time 6 month fixed-term contract
40 hrs per week (including weekend working and 2 night checks per month)
Salary range: £17,888.00 (age 18-20) to £23,795.20 (age 21 and over) *salary prorated for fixed-term contract
Are you looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career in equine care? If the answer is yes, please read on!
Redwings is one of the largest horse welfare charities in the UK, where everything we do is for the love of the horse. Working for us means you can make a real difference in the lives of the horses in our care while being part of a supportive and progressive workplace.
If you have a passion for horses, are hardworking, reliable and a great team player, then this role is for you!
What can we offer you?
• A busy, supportive, team-working environment
• Ongoing development through training and mentoring with opportunities for progression
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Premium pay rates on Sundays and Bank Holidays
About the role
This role focuses on providing exceptional care for our resident equines and ensuring high welfare standards are met.
Key Responsibilities
Equine Care:
• Ensure all horses have access to suitable water, feed, and shelter while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Ensure all horses are settled and contented within their groups, reporting any concerns.
• Mucking out of stables/shelters, cleaning and refilling water receptacles, and filling and weighing hay nets.
• Providing of feed and forage, whilst following instructions accurately.
• Muck clearance on paddocks and woodchips, checking and reporting any hazards.
• Conduct visual health checks, including for lameness, and report any ailments or needs to senior staff.
• Administer prescribed medication during your rounds.
• Catch and hold horses for the farrier and/or veterinary purposes, some of which may be nervous.
• Groom, trim and bath horses.
• Apply, fit and check rugs and visors.
• Assist with or drive horseboxes/trailers for equine transport, subject to training.
• Operate tractors, paddock sweepers, and other implements, subject to training.
• Use all horse equipment correctly and effectively.
Communication and Teamwork:
• Understand the importance of clear and effective communication and keen observation skills.
• Liaise regularly with your line manager.
• Be a team player.
Person specification
Essential criteria
• Sound knowledge and demonstrable experience in equine care.
• Ability to prioritise and make intelligent decisions.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Keen observation skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Sound IT skills.
• Outstanding team player.
• Flexible approach to tasks and workload.
• A passion for equine welfare.
• A full, manual driving licence.
Desirable criteria
• Formal qualifications in equine support.
• Working for a similar organisation specialising in equine care.