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The Thoroughbred Breeding Industry Careers Course

The Thoroughbred Club is the social, educational and professional club for young people passionate about the bloodstock industry. Open to all 16 to 35 year olds with an interest in the horse racing industry, our Careers Course will be held on 13 – 14th November 2018 at Tattersalls, Newmarket.
www.thethoroughbredclub.co.uk
Partner to manage horse centre in Tuscany

We are looking for a new partner who is able to manage our horse riding centre in Tuscany.
www.ridingtuscany.com
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Type

Salary

Stipend, riding lessons, free housing, use of facilities.

Work Type

Temporary

Work Time

Full-time

Live-In

Live-In Required

Bring Own Horse

Training Available

Non-Smoker

Job No: 307597
Status: Looking
Posted: 17/10/2018
Updated: 17/10/2018
Expires: in 2 months
Views: 50

Situated on 250 acres this property and horse farm is stunning. Dressage, jumping, cross country, restarting OTTBs. Applicants will have opportunities to work in the different areas and focus on interests that fit in with their future goals. No matter what area of the horse industry you are looking to become a part of this experience will make you a valuable employee in the future. Minimum 12 weeks for interns. 9 months - 1 year for apprentice. Start date - Interns 1st Nov 2018, 1st Dec 2018, 1st Jan 2019 or 1st Feb 2019 Please specify start date.

Ground work and daily operational needs:

Handling and training young horses.
Restarting OTTBs
Facility management
Rotational grazing/grass management
Building and maintaining cross country course
Assist with routine medical care, farrier, dental and therapy
Feed and nutrition
Assist teaching busy student lesson program
Lawn and field care when grass season
Camps, horse shows, trail rides

Office work and several aspects of owning and operating an equestrain center:

Research and development (nutrition focus)
Public relations and communication
Event and course planning
Program development
Record keeping
Marketing (FB, Instagram)
Website

Learn:

How to operate a ToolCat, ATV, UTV and arena dragger
Drive a horse trailer (driver's license and clean record required)
Develop your own riding skills on our horses
Chance to participate in shows/clinic if suitable

Requirements

This program is fast paced and filled with educational opportunities for the right person. Proactive, quick thinking fast learner who is energetic, positive and a great team player a must. Our team is small with a top class attitude, reliable and professional. Calm personality important around the riders, some as young as 4yrs old. Attention to detail has to be a priority, completing daily check lists so that nothing is missed. Must take directions well, have excellent people skills, a caring personality and soft hands with the horses. Shift work required. Barn chores are a huge part of all barns so it is required. Must have phone with text/email capability. Must be able to teach and work outdoors in all weather conditions, carry up to 50lbs bags, and be flexible for shift work. Facebook - Oakstone Stables Currently looking for interns to start 1st November 2018, 1st December 2018, 1st January 2019 and 1st Feb 2019