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Equine Groom (on-site)
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Hours of Work
14.8 hours per week, working alternate weekends only
Salary
£24,522 per annum pro rata (£12.71 per hour enhanced hourly rate of £14.81*)
About the Role
Are you passionate about the welfare and well-being of horses? We have an ideal opportunity for you at our Suffolk Rural campus in Otley, Suffolk.
You will be required to assist with weekend general yard duties, riding and caring for the horses on our equine yard. You will be trained to use specialist equipment. You will be required to work alternate weekends on a Saturday and Sunday (7 hours each day).
Qualifications and Skills
The successful candidate will have a good standard of education and hold a Level 2 Equine Qualification.
As part of your role, you will contribute to the wider College health and safety activity and therefore you should have a good understanding of health and safety and be prepared to undertake training in these areas.
Location
This post is based at Suffolk New College Rural campus. Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site and therefore you may be required to travel between campuses for staff training on occasion.
(*enhanced hourly rate in lieu of holiday)
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Company Values
At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it’s a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.
Application Details
- Closing date: 22 September 2026 (midnight)
- Interview date: 30 September 2026
We reserve the right to close an advertisement early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Eligibility
Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.
You may use AI tools to support your application but all information must truthfully reflect your own skills and experience. You may be asked to discuss the details during the recruitment process.
Commitment to Safeguarding and Diversity
This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet all of the essential criteria. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the vacancy. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Agency Information
We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency.
The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed.
The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.
Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.
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