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Equine Groom

Company: Suffolk New College

Location: Otley, Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary: £24,522 pro rata

Closing Date: 16 November 2026

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Equine Groom (on-site)
14.8 hours per week, working alternate weekends only
£24,522 per annum pro rata (£12.71 per hour enhanced hourly rate of £14.81*)

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).

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.

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.

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

Closing date: Monday 16th November 2026 at Midnight

Interview date: Tuesday 24th November 2026

We reserve the right to close an advertisement early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

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