Equine Welfare Assistants Lincoln, England
Job description
We are recruiting for dedicated Equine Welfare Assistants
Bransby Horses was founded in 1968 by Peter Hunt, who’s lifelong passion for horse welfare continues through our shared vision of a world where every equine has a life worth living. Our mission now more than ever to create positive impacts on the lives of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules.
Do you share this vision and the commitment to handle and care for our equine with the kindness and compassion they deserve?
Working under the supervision of the Team Leader and Deputy, our Equine Welfare Assistants work in small teams, across 7 of our specialist yards, learning relevant skills as they progress, to not only ensure every equines have access to clean water, feed and suitable shelter, but also to meet the health and wellbeing needs of each equine by administering medication, exercising, handling and supporting the farrier, dentist and onsite vet.
The ideal candidate should have;
- a minimum of a level 2 qualification in equine studies
- at least 1 years previous experience of working with equines
- good communication skills and works well as part of a team
- sound knowledge of equine care and health needs
- demonstrable handling skills with a good health and safety awareness
- a good level of fitness due to the physically demanding nature of the role
- flexibility to work every other weekend
Pay and Reward
The starting salary for an Equine Welfare Assistant is £20,325 per annum and comes with a structured training and development programme and a progressive salary of up to £28,417.
You will also receive many benefits including;
- Free uniform
- Free car parking
- Discounted food and gifts
- Free cover for optical, dental and a variety of health services
- 30 days holiday per year, increasing with service
- A day off for your birthday and the option to buy a week’s leave
All candidates are advised to read the job description prior to making an application. Applications must be completed on our application form (including a detailed personal statement), which can be found at https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/jobs. The closing date is 15 March with interviews anticipated to take place on 21 & 24 March. We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient interest is received. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment.
Bransby Horses welcomes diversity into its workforce and is proud to be disability confident and an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from suitably skilled and qualified individuals from all walks of life. Please note Bransby Horses does not currently have a sponsor license for hiring outside of the UK.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £20,325.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: One location
