Groom

Are you looking em-bark on a new career and work for a meaningful cause?

Do you have a passion for working with horses and ponies? If so, we can't wait to hear from you!

RSPCA Felledge Equine Centre are recruiting a Groom to join the RSPCA team on a 10 Month Fixed Term Contract basis.

We are one of only three RSPCA specialist equine centres in the UK.

With a team of committed grooms, we work with abandoned, neglected and abused horses and ponies and help them find their fur-ever homes.

What does a typical day look like at RSPCA Felledge Equine Centre?

We work to prepare previously mistreated and neglected equines for adoption. The work can be challenging but immensely rewarding, following the journey of our rescued equines from intake all the way to rehoming. Previous rescue/rehab experience is not essential for this role - what's most important is your confidence around a wide range of horses and ponies, and your passion for their welfare!

You can check out more of our work and latest updates on our Facebook page.

Here's a snapshot of the key work you'll be doing:

• Health checking and assessing horses
• Lunging & long reining
• General yard duties whilst maintaining high standards
• Record keeping / completing horse welfare related paperwork
• Meeting potential adopters to find suitable forever homes for our rescued equines

What we are looking for in you:

We think this is a great role and to add value we are seeking a match of these skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you.

• In depth knowledge and experience of equine care and husbandry
• Confidence around a wide range of horses and ponies, including equines with behavioural problems
• Competent riding ability
• Good literacy skills to complete equine welfare related paperwork
• Excellent team player skills and, above all else, a passion for making a difference to the lives of rescued ponies and horses!

So if you have a positive can-do approach to daily tasks and thrive in an inclusive people orientated environment then we'd love to hear from you! (example of closing statement)

Our Values

We are compassionate * We are inspirational * We are committed * We are expert * We act with integrity.

How to apply & further information

For more information and to make an application, please see the job description, person specification and advert on our website:

https://jobs.rspca.org.uk/jobs/vacancy/groom-0115-felledge-equine-centre/133/description/

Please note we do not accept CVs or applications via Indeed. Any applications received in this way will not be considered.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close this advert once sufficient applications have been received.

So if this sounds of interest to you we can't wait to see your application - remember to really bring your skills to life on the application form in terms of your animal management skills and why you'd be a great new team member. This is a popular role so it's great to hear why you stand out above others!

What's in it for you?

We're all about development at the RSPCA, so working with us we'll help you achieve a Certificate of Proficiency. We're proud to offer extensive internal training tools that support your professional development, and while this is not a training yard, there is plenty of opportunity for you to learn on the job.

You'll have an opportunity to work for the largest animal welfare charity in England and Wales.

We value and recognise our employees' contribution and are proud to offer an extensive benefits package that includes:

Great Annual Leave benefits - All staff receive 25 days annual leave on entry rising to 30 days after five years service and 31 days after six years service plus an additional Society day around Christmas. Staff can also carry over up to five days leave to the next leave year. We also offer a generous pension scheme with associated life assurance and group income protection scheme; access to private healthcare scheme; support for professional development after qualifying period and access to our employee assistance programme.

We review applications as they are received, so early submissions are highly encouraged. We reserve the right to close this advert once sufficient applications have been screened and progressed.

All online information and documents are available in alternative formats, including Braille and large font, upon request from the Resourcing team.

We strongly believe in being an innovative, diverse, and inclusive organisation and recognise that diversity in all of our people will help achieve that purpose and our mission more effectively. We actively encourage and seek applications from a wide diversity of candidates and in particular welcome applications from minority ethnic, black, and candidates with disabilities, who are currently under-represented at the RSPCA.

Please note we are not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies for this opportunity.

Ending cruelty, promoting kindness and alleviating suffering to animals.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months

Salary: £18,018.00-£19,953.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/04/2023
Reference ID: 0115