Petches Farm, a busy stud producing Thoroughbred foals for flat racing in the beautiful North Essex countryside, near Finchingfield, is seeking experienced Stud Hands to join them in their friendly, family-run breeding operation.
The ideal candidates will be passionate about equine care, self-motivated, well-organised, able to take responsibility and have experience of working with Thoroughbreds.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide high-quality care to horses, including feeding, grooming, mucking out and general handling, including youngstock.
• Assist with foalings and monitoring of mares due to foal.
• Preparation of foals for the sales.
• Preparation and transportation of mares for covering.
• Provide support in the general upkeep of the stud grounds and buildings, as necessary.
Essential Skills
• Physical fitness and ability to work in all weathers.
• Ability to work at Senior Stud Hand level.
• Good communication and time-management skills, with a positive attitude towards the flexible hours needed to maintain the efficient operation of the stud.
• A clean current driving license.
Desirable Skills
• Experience of working with yearlings.
• Experience with other farm animals, in particular, cattle.
• Ability to operate agricultural machinery.
Additional Information
We offer competitive renumeration, based on experience, plus pension and the opportunity to join a company health insurance scheme after three months. Accommodation can be provided. This role may suit an equine couple looking for a friendly working environment. References will be required.
The closing date for applications is 26th September 2025.
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
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