Equine Groom

**JOB TITLE: Equine Groom and Student Supervisor**

**LOCATION: Cambridge**

**HOURS: 32 per week (across 4 days, to include one day of each weekend)**

**SALARY: £19,503-£19,676 per annum (£22,551-£22,751 FTE)**

A full time Equine Groom is required to join the existing team at the College’s equestrian centre. You will be responsible for the day to day care of the horses stabled at the College. You will carry out daily yard tasks to a high standard, while also assisting with exercising the horses, (ridden/non-ridden). You will supervise student activity on the college yard and demonstrate sound equine skills and provide support to the students who are training. This role is required to work one weekend day and three weekdays.

You will have a minimum of a level 2 qualification in equine (Level 3 preferred), proven experience of working in the industry and strong health and safety awareness. A full driving license is essential for this role. You will have a First Aid certificate and Level 2 Maths and English (GCSE A*-C/9-4) or equivalent or be willing to obtain.

We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving landbased team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams.

We offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 30 days per year for curriculum staff,** plus** five College closure days, **plus **Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time), fee waivers on some College courses, a contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme, discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme. CWA focusses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential counselling helpline as well as comprehensive training and development.

**Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face, we are unable to facilitate online interviews.**

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply.

**No agencies please