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Posted: 1 Day ago
Head Person
Berkshire
Days per week 5.5
Job Work Type Full time
Sector Racing (Flat)
Job Type Head Groom
Salary Competitive + Bonus, pool money and pension
Pets allowed
Accommodation
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Head Person to join the growing team at Jack Channon Racing.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a progressive and ambitious yard with an expanding string of horses.
The Role:
The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the yard and will be responsible for:
- Overseeing the daily running of the yard, including organising staff and working closely with senior team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Acting as the yard medic, administering medications, carrying out bandaging and maintaining the high standards of equine care and welfare.
- Liaising closely with veterinarians, farriers and other equine professionals.
- Maintaining accurate medical and treatment records.
- Feeding and accurate stock checking.
- Leading, supporting and motivating the team to support a positive, professional and efficient working environment.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Have industry experience, ideally with previous experience in a senior management role.
- Be highly organised, reliable and punctual.
- Have excellent communication and people management skills.
- Remain calm under pressure, be proactive and able to work independently using their own initiative.
- Have experience administering medications and maintaining accurate treatment records.
- Be capable of riding racehorses; this would be advantageous but is not essential.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary, based on experience.
- Winners' bonuses and pool money.
- Company pension.
- Quality on-site accommodation.
- The opportunity to travel to race meetings both nationally and internationally.
To register your interest, please click here to apply or send your CV and a covering letter to emma@jackchannonracing.co.uk.
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