The role of Equine Groom / Outdoor Activity Instructor

This hybrid role combines the hands-on care of our horses with the delivery of
engaging activities for our guests, with approximately 70% of the time dedicated to
grooming and stable duties.

As an Equine Groom, you will be responsible for the daily care of the horses,
including feeding, mucking out, grooming, tacking, exercising, and monitoring their
health, while supporting the stables team and contributing to horse management
records.

The remaining 30% of your time will be spent as an Outdoor Activity Instructor,
leading sessions in line with safety and NGB guidelines, maintaining equipment, and
enhancing the guest experience through enthusiastic delivery of activities.

Responsibilities also include a night duty and weekend working on a rotational basis.

This role offers the opportunity to develop skills across both equestrian and activity
instruction, contributing to the smooth running and continual development of the
centre.

What you will need

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

  A minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience working within the equine

industry professionally, or equivalent experience gained through horse
ownership and hands on care
  Hold minimum of either CWI or PSI
  Experience working with disabilities in outdoor situations
  Sufficient instructional background to work across a diverse ability

range

  An ability and confidence to work with guest with special needs and

carers

  Capability to develop resources

Essential Personal Attributes

  Positive and solution based
  Proactive and reliable
  Strong interpersonal skills
  Work with initiative and work independently
  Well presented, punctual and approachable.
  Passionate about working with a variety of people with disabilities
  Passionate about outdoor recreation being available to all

Address: Calvert Devon, Wistlandpound, Kentisbury, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 4SJ
Tel: 01598 763221 | Email: hello@calvertdevon.org.uk | Web: www.calvertdevon.org.uk
Charity 1005776: Exmoor Calvert Trust | Company 02637448: Exmoor Calvert Trust, trading as Calvert Devon

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  Able to lead a fun, multi-activity programme

Desirable Skills & Qualifications:

  A groom qualification or equivalent
  Current First Aid at Work

Some amazing benefits

Become part of our incredibly inspiring organisation and great team, and you could
take advantage of:

  Speedy response to all applicants
  Long season
  On-site accommodation available
  A collaborative, fun, and supportive workplace
  Personal growth and development opportunities
  Free on-site parking
  A stunning location with walks right on your doorstep
  29 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with length of service

increase

  Death in service benefit
  Plus, the chance to make a real difference every single day

Job type:  Seasonal, Full-time

Hours:  37.5 hours per week, plus overnight duties.

Start date/season length:  Monday 2nd March to Friday 30th October 2026

Salary:  £27,205.10pa

Location:  Wistlandpound, Kentisbury, Barnstaple EX31 4SJ

Closing date: Close of business Sunday 8th February

We interview on a rolling basis — don’t wait to apply!

Our hiring process

If this advert has caught your eye and you think you fit the bill, email your CV to the
contact below. We’ll be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Address: Calvert Devon, Wistlandpound, Kentisbury, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 4SJ
Tel: 01598 763221 | Email: hello@calvertdevon.org.uk | Web: www.calvertdevon.org.uk
Charity 1005776: Exmoor Calvert Trust | Company 02637448: Exmoor Calvert Trust, trading as Calvert Devon

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Who to contact:

Barry Kaufman-Hill

Email:

Note:

barry@calvertdevon.org.uk

  All our roles require either an enhanced or basic DBS check relevant to the

role

  We do not sponsor visas for this post. A UK Right to Work is required
  No agencies please

Job Description

Job Title:
Direct reports:
Report to:

Equine Groom / Outdoor Activity Instructor
N/A
Yard manager and Chief Instructor

Liaise with:

Stables Team, Activity Instructors

Equine Groom

Purpose of Job

  To work alongside stable staff, caring for and looking after the horses on a
daily basis to ensure they remain healthy, happy and in good condition

Key Responsibilities

  Keeping the horses clean and well fed, filling hay nets and water buckets,

measuring feed and any supplements required

  Replacing bedding
  Leading horses from their stables to the fields and back
  Preparing them for riding
  Cleaning, grooming and clipping horses
  Tacking up horses and getting them ready for riding lessons
  Cleaning the tack
  Checking for signs that an animal is unwell and reporting any problems to the

Yard Manager or Stables Supervisor

  Mucking out stables, sweeping the yard and stacking feed and bedding
  Recording and helping with the management of vaccinations, worming and

shoeing accordingly

  Removing droppings, weeds and litter from fields
  Exercising horses (lunging)

Address: Calvert Devon, Wistlandpound, Kentisbury, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 4SJ
Tel: 01598 763221 | Email: hello@calvertdevon.org.uk | Web: www.calvertdevon.org.uk
Charity 1005776: Exmoor Calvert Trust | Company 02637448: Exmoor Calvert Trust, trading as Calvert Devon

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General

  Prepared to develop skills towards gaining BHS qualifications
  To participate in internal and external training appropriate to the role
  Provide assistance to other members of the immediate and wider team as

required

  To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested to ensure the smooth

running of the organisation

Outdoor Activity Instructor

Purpose of Job

  Responsible for the provision of a high-quality experience for all guests
  To deliver activities according to NGB and Health and Safety guidelines
  Responsible for the care storage and maintenance of activity equipment and

in helping to develop/maintain these where applicable

Key Responsibilities

  To lead the provision of activities in accordance with the operating procedures

in the Instructor Handbook and supporting training

  Night duty responsibilities
  Ensure the safety and well-being of guests and staff in accordance with Health

and Safety guidelines

  Care, storage and issue of equipment
  Maintenance of activity equipment
  Enthusiasm to see continual centre development, you'll be looking for

opportunities to make our guest experience better each year

  Support the work of all departments in the centre as prioritised by your

manager

  Assistance with general duties and other work as deemed appropriate.
  Maintain and protect the confidentiality of our customers and the centre
  Keep up to date with all governing body memberships and legislation as

appropriate

General

  To participate in internal and external training appropriate to the role
  Provide assistance to other members of the immediate and wider team as

required

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Address: Calvert Devon, Wistlandpound, Kentisbury, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 4SJ
Tel: 01598 763221 | Email: hello@calvertdevon.org.uk | Web: www.calvertdevon.org.uk
Charity 1005776: Exmoor Calvert Trust | Company 02637448: Exmoor Calvert Trust, trading as Calvert Devon

  To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested to ensure the smooth

running of the organisation

Address: Calvert Devon, Wistlandpound, Kentisbury, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 4SJ
Tel: 01598 763221 | Email: hello@calvertdevon.org.uk | Web: www.calvertdevon.org.uk
Charity 1005776: Exmoor Calvert Trust | Company 02637448: Exmoor Calvert Trust, trading as Calvert Devon

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