JOB DESCRIPTION

FOR

GROOM - SUPERVISOR

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Centre Manager

AIM OF THE JOB:

To assist the Centre Managerwith the effective and efficient running of the Centre

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • To take responsibility for the running of the Centre in the absence of the Centre Manager and Assistant Centre Manager, including decision-making as required
  • To supervise the day-to-day running of the yard, including delegation of workload
  • To liaise with the Centre Managerand Assistant Centre Managerconcerning staff performance and to deal with any minor performance or conduct issues as authorised
  • To be responsible for the care and treatment of resident equines, including a dedicated list from amongst those undergoing recovery or rehabilitation, giving guidance to members of staff concerning the equines in their care
  • To assist with off-site duties, including the collection and delivery of equines
  • To assist with events both on and off site
  • To deal with members of the general public in a professional, polite and friendly manner, and to direct any questions to the Centre Manager or Assistant Centre Manager as appropriate
  • To assist in the identification of training needs of members of staff and offer assistance in carrying this out if appropriate
  • Maintenance of equine records and general administration as directed
  • To undertake assessment of potential rehomers for equines on the Re-homing Scheme
  • To work with visiting specialists including vet, farrier, physiotherapist and members of other organisations in a professional manner
  • In the absence of the Centre Managerand Assistant Centre Managerbe responsible for the safety and well-being of each member of staff
  • Advise the Centre Manager and Assistant Centre Managerof any health and safety issues which arise
  • To comply with the policies of World Horse Welfare to ensure a safe and healthy working environment

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Undertake other job-related tasks as directed by the Centre Manager or Assistant Centre Manager

HEALTH & SAFETY:

  • To comply with the policies of World Horse Welfare to ensure that risks within the working environment are reduced as low as reasonably practicable
  • To raise any health and safety concerns with your Line Manager or the Health & Safety Officer based at Head Office

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE
QUALIFICATIONS /
  • Full driving licence
  • Ability to drive/tow horsebox
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  • BHS stage 3 or equivalent

EXPERIENCE /
  • Supervisory experience
  • Working with youngstock and problem horses
  • Working on a large busy yard
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  • Transporting of horses
  • Rehabilitation experience
  • Experience of working with unhandled horses

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS /
  • Sound equine knowledge
  • Organisational skills
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Ability to work in a busy team
  • IT skills

PERSONAL QUALITIES /
  • Confident
  • Good communicator
  • Motivational
  • Enthusiastic
  • Excellent time keeping
  • Practical
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Approachable
  • Organised
  • Trustworthy
  • Flexible

MOTIVATION /
  • Desire to develop a career within the equine industry
  • Commitment to the horse industry and a strong interest in equine welfare
  • Job satisfaction

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