Groom

Role overview

Ingliston Estate & Country Club is hiring a groom to support its Stables Team on either a part-time or full-time basis. The team describes itself as a close-knit and enthusiastic group working together in a collaborative environment.

The stable yard cares for 69 horses across three livery arrangements: Assisted Livery, Upper DIY, and DIY.

Key duties

• Clean out stables and lay down fresh bedding
• Carry out daily grooming and clipping of horses
• Prepare and provide horse feed
• Turn horses out and bring them back in as needed
• Change rugs and related tack/blanketing
• Monitor general horse health and handle minor injuries
• Complete routine yard work, including sweeping the yard and checking fences
• Support stable tours

Candidate profile

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Solid practical knowledge of horse care and stable routines
• Awareness of common equine illnesses and basic first aid
• Strong customer-facing manner when dealing with livery clients and the public
• Adaptable and responsive to the horses’ needs