🐾 **Part-Time Dog Care Assistant Wanted** 🐾

We’re looking for a reliable person to help look after our 5 friendly lurchers for a few hours, probably 3–4 times per week (mainly afternoons). This is a great opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys working with dogs - could suit a student, retired person, or someone working from home - there's even the option to base yourself at our place while you work, keeping the hounds company at the same time! A live-in option could be discussed.

**Responsibilities include:**
• Keeping the dogs company and ensuring they are happy and settled
• Supporting basic dog training and reinforcing good behaviour
• Feeding and monitoring routines and maybe some local lead walks
• Maintaining a clean, tidy environment (including general upkeep of dog areas and light household tasks by agreement).

Salary to be discussed.

If this sounds like a possible fit, we’d love to hear from you! 🐶

Please Email or call/text 07768 865 134.

WANTED

PART TIME GROOM SERVICES FOR 2026/2027 SEASON.

The New Forest Bloodhounds (Lyndhurst, Hampshire) are looking for a part-time/freelance groom for the 2026/2027 Season – to start in July.

The New Forest Bloodhounds are a clean boot pack based in the New Forest. Hunting the Clean Boot is a fully legal sport involving Bloodhounds hunting human runners - it is currently exempt from the government’s plans to tighten legislation around trail hunting.

We are looking for someone with high standards of turn out in keeping with the finest traditions of hunt etiquette, able to ride and exercise up to three hunt horses, with availability to ride out with the huntsman’s second horse.

A 7.5t lorry licence is preferable. It will also be considered if the groom wishes to keep hunt horses at their own premises nearby.

It you are interested in this service contract please email encnewman@yahoo.com for more details on how to apply for the tender, which closes on Friday 01 May 2026.

Looking for a groom to work Sat afternoons to turnout, muck out (only day boxes so not a lot, horses in from 9am to 3/4pm) and poo picking paddocks for 6 horses, which is done daily, so only overnight poo.
Position to start 25th April or a Saturday near as possible to the date.
Please text/call for more info 07718 972452

Freelance Rider/Groom required.

Looking for a lightweight rider a couple of times a week hacking out. Flexible days to suit. Nice horses.
Please message to discuss.

We are looking for a kind, reliable person to accompany a lady, who has learning disabilities, to her pony.

The role entails ensuring her pony and others are fed and cared for. Accompanying/ overseeing her out for short rides in the new forest or in the fields in the yard. Opportunity for a pony to ride along with her for the right person. She is capable of tacking up etc and general horse care, but needs support due to her learning disabilities.

The hours are Wednesdays 9-1 and alternate Saturdays 9-2.

There would be holiday cover needed at times and possibility of other hours with our other tenants- non horsey- for general support- if this is something someone may be interested in.

If interested in both or just some of the hours please get in contact as we are very flexible, reliability is key for this role. Milage is covered from collection, to yard, and home. Rate of pay to be discussed and will reflect experience.

Accommodation provided - Sunday / Monday / Wednesday – Staff Required

Private Dressage Competition Yard – Wimborne St Giles, Dorset 🌿

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and detail-oriented person to join our friendly team at a private dressage competition yard and stud near Cranborne / Verwood (BH21 5ND).

Role includes:

• Sunday & Monday: 7:00am–11:00am and 3:00pm–6:00pm

• (Wednesday hours by agreement)

• General yard duties (feeding, haying, mucking out, water buckets, sweeping, etc.)

• Grooming, tacking up and untacking

• Assisting with the daily care of stud & competition horses

Freelance or employed position considered.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with horses (though we are happy to support and train the right person)

• Is hardworking, trustworthy and punctual

• Has excellent attention to detail

• Works well within a team but can also use initiative

• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of horse care and yard presentation

• Holds a full driving licence

• accommodation can be provided

We offer:

• A professional and supportive working environment

• A long-term, rewarding position for the right candidate

📍 Location: BH21 5ND, Dorset


📅 Start date: As soon as possible



📩 If this sounds like you, please contact us on 07766 962563 – we would love to hear from you.

Full-Time Groom / Yard Staff Required

Private Dressage Competition Yard – Wimborne St Giles, Dorset 🌿

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join our friendly team at a private dressage competition yard and stud near Cranborne / Verwood (BH21 5ND).


The Role
•30 hr position
•Days off: Sunday, Monday morning, Wednesday
•Working hours typically: 7:00am–10.00am and 3:00pm–6:30pm (with flexibility as required)
•General yard duties (feeding, haying, mucking out, water, sweeping, etc.)
•Grooming, tacking up and untacking
•Assisting with the daily care of stud and competition horses

Freelance or employed position considered.


We Are Looking For Someone Who:
•Has experience working with horses (training can be provided for the right person)
•Is hardworking, trustworthy and punctual
•Has excellent attention to detail
•Works well within a team but can also use initiative
•Takes pride in maintaining high standards of horse care and yard presentation
•Holds a full driving licence

We Offer:
•A professional and supportive working environment
•A long-term, rewarding position for the right candidate
•Accommodation available if required

Location: BH21 5ND, Dorset
Start date: As soon as possible
To apply: Please contact 07766 962563 – we would love to hear from you.

** Yard Work Offered**

We are looking for weekend yard workers!

Saturday & Sunday

🌟 TURNOUT - 6am-9am approximately - Rug change, turning out horses

🌟 BRING IN - 3pm - 5:30pm approximately - Bring horses into stables, changing rugs, picking out feet & feeding.

🌟 MUST be confident handling a range of horses, All well behaved.


Adhoc holiday cover across weekdays and weekends also available 🐎

📍Parley, Christchurch

Over 18 only! 🔞

Text or call Jane on +44 7917 724052
Shadow/trial shifts required.

Broadlands Equine Therapy & RDA is seeking a passionate, organized, and safeguarding-focused Employment & Education Mentor to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding role supporting young people and adults through equine-assisted activities, education, and career development.

Key Responsibilities

•Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), supporting safeguarding policies and procedures
•Coordinate work experience placements including organization, monitoring, interviewing and all associated paperwork
•Support career development and employability, particularly for school-refusing teenagers and young people facing barriers to education
•Deliver Pony Club Mini Badges
•Lead and support RDA activities as an Activity Lead (Full training will be given)
•Assist with BHS Challenge and Pony Stars programmes
•Support the planning and delivery of open days, events, and outreach activities
•Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, families, schools, and external agencies


Essential Requirements

•Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
•In-house Safeguarding training (to be provided)
•Experience working with young people, particularly those with additional needs, SEND, or school refusal
•Strong organisational and administrative skills
•Confident, calm, and empathetic communication style
•A genuine passion for equine-assisted learning and therapeutic environments
•Full driving licence due to rural location

Desirable

•An understanding of responsibilities within Primary and Secondary schools and Hampshire County for SEND students, work experience placements and home schooling support.
•Experience within RDA, equine therapy, education, or mentoring roles
•Knowledge of BHS programmes, Pony Club, or similar structured awards
•First Aid Certificate

Hours & Contract

Part-time hours employed – to be discussed and agreed
£14 ph
Flexible working considered for the right candidate

What We Offer

A supportive, values-led organisation
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives
Ongoing training and professional development
A beautiful equine environment

To apply:
Please send your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role to paige@broadlandsgrouprda.org.uk

https://www.broadlandsgrouprda.org.uk/

We are looking for part time help for 2-3 hours on a Monday and Tuesday mornings from 7.30am for the next couple of months. There may be the possibility for other hours covering busy periods / staff absences

Duties will include morning yards ( muck out, water , hay and set fair ), turn out and catch in, groom and tack up along with other tasks that arise

You must have had previous experience and be competent to complete all these tasks to a high standard. We are looking for someone who is friendly, works well with others and is reliable

Please email your application along with a CV or details of your previous employment / experience / qualifications. Thank you

We are looking for a caring & reliable person to fulfil a full time role on our small family run farm and golf course.
It would initially be to cover maternity leave of approximately 1 year as We have two staff due to leave shortly.
For the right person we are certain a role would become available past that date too.

The duties required include -

Feeding/haying a number of horses am & pm
Rugging as and when needed
Grooming
Farrier & vet visits
The usual yard & field management & of course poo picking.

Golf course duties would mainly involve taking payments, answering the phone, making coffee and the cleaning of small reception area & toilet. We try to rotate this role as it gives everyone a lighter duty for a day rather than physically doing the horses outside all week.

Role available 5 days a week, currently Tuesday - Saturday
9am - 6pm ( 1 hr lunch break)

Please call Emma for more information if this sounds like the job for you!

Part time groom wanted caring for a herd of five horses who live out 24/7 in Winfrith Newburgh DT2.

Jobs include:
Poo Picking
Rugging
Feeding / Haying
General Yard Maintenance
& any extra hours for land management in the summer if required.

Days / hours:
7 days a week or as many as possible.
One hour morning and afternoon - or either either depending on your availability.
Hours 7:30 - 8:30. 3:30 - 4:30 (with flexibility during different seasons)

Looking for someone reliable and with experience.

Ps. Tractor driving knowledge is ideal but not essential.

Looking for holiday cover for 7 days from March 29th
Poo picking, feeding and grooming. Twice daily visits.
Based in Farley SP5

B.H.S. Approved Livery Stables in The New Forest at North Gorley are looking for a weekend person to become a member of our happy team. Duties include all general stable work, helping with the horses, mucking out etc. We are looking for someone who is experienced, hard working, reliable, tidy and enthusiastic and able to work to a very high standard. You would be working as part of a small team.

This would be on Saturday & Sunday from 8.00 until 10.00. Good rates of pay for the right person.

The position could suit someone wishing to work on a freelance basis. Candidates must be over the age of 18 years old.

For more information please visit our website at www.herngatefarm.co.uk

Please contact us by email only in the first instance regarding this vacancy. Please let us know all relevant work and equine experience along with a bit about yourself and why you might be suitable for the job in order to apply.

Part time groom wanted in Winfrith Newburgh

Caring for a herd of 5 horses who live out 24/7.

7 days a week or as many as you can do.
1 hour morning and afternoon
Hours - 7:30am - 8:30am in the winter, same in the summer unless otherwise discussed.

Jobs include:
Poo picking
Haying
Feeding
Rugging
General Yard duties

Looking for someone quiet, hard working, reliable, and who has sufficient equine experience.

Experience driving a tractor is also helpful but not essential.

Weekend Afternoon Yard Staff Wanted

Broadlands RDA Centre is seeking a reliable and experienced person aged 18+ to join our team for weekend afternoon yard duties, working 3 hours on Saturdays and Sundays. The role may be split between two people if required, one Saturday and another Sunday.

We are a welcoming RDA centre with 12 kind, polite horses, offering a supportive and rewarding working environment.

Duties include:

Evening turnout

Mucking out

Feeding down

General yard duties

This is a sole charge position, so applicants must be confident working independently. Due to our rural location in Medstead, Hampshire, applicants must hold a full driving licence and have their own transport.

There is scope for additional ad-hoc hours, and potential riding opportunities for the right person.

To apply, please email a covering letter and CV to:
📧 paige@broadlandsgrouprda.org.uk

I am looking for a kind, experienced person to muck out a field daily, and to cover holidays.

Holidays will be mucking out field, checking twice daily, haylage and rugs in the winter.


This is a permanent job. Good rate of pay. Takes about an hour a day to muck out.

You must be insured, capable, have own transport.
We have four ponies ranging from a Shetland to 15.2 over height forester. They are kept at home during the winter and in the summer months grazed in Gorley Lynch.

You must be kind, reliable and love Ponies’s!

Only for the right person, they may be a chance of riding. This will not be paid work.

Email with details and references please.

Thank you.

J.s sports horses is looking for a couple staff members full and part to join the yard, workers must be over 16 and confident in handling a variety of horses including colts and stallions (all very sensible though)

Morning hours are 8-12 which consists of breakfasts, turnout, muck out/hay nets/poo picking/ horses on Walker, lunging etc.

Evening hours consist of 3.30-5.30/6 which is bring in, skip outs, hay nets, dinners etc.

Lovely little private yard with lovely facilities including a stocked up cosy office with HEATING for all to enjoy. Please feel free to pop me a call on 07711000613 with any questions. If I don’t pick up please send me a text

Currently looking for staff whether full or part on
Monday evenings
Tuesday evenings
Thursday mornings and evenings
Friday morning and evenings
Saturday morning and evenings
Sunday mornings and evenings.

We are still looking for another member of staff to join our team at School Farm Equestrian, Lockerley.
Ideally someone able to work a 40 hour week or a 32 hour week.
It is essential that you have previous experience either working with horses or owning a horse.
Own transport is necessary as we are not on the route for any public transport.
Unfortunately there is no accommodation here but own horse is a possibility.
The pay is NMW.
Ideally applicant should be within a 30 minute drive of School Farm.

This is our daily routine, so you know what to expect.
7.30 feed and turn out horses.
8.30 muck out approx 6/7 stables each, hay, sweep and tidy.
10.30/11.00 30 mins for coffee
11.30 catch horses in
12.15 hay, skip, feed and sweep
1.00 lunch break for one hour
2.00 catch horses in, and afternoon jobs.
3.30 skip, hay, sweep
4.45 feed
5.00 Finish

So if you like routine, nice horses, easy clients and a friendly team to work with please call to discuss further.
Thanks!
01794 341196 or text 07947 782461

Groom to look after Heavy Horse show team, Duties include feeding grooming turning and mucking out, also some light yard jobs, apply for more details