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19 Apr 2024
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Description
We run a seasonal horse-riding stables, to apply for a position
*** good initiative, training, qualifications and equestrian experience are essential***
If applying it is important you have at least 2 years previous experience in a related field, are friendly and pleasant, flexible, a team player & good with people, have a positive and mature attitude, and are okay with taking instructions and manual tasks.
When applying to be considered for a position please give as much detail as possible of previous relevant training and practical experience with ponies/horses and working in a stable environment preferably offering lessons, with examples of competency & independent responsibility, such experience is essential.
Please also ensure you have your tax affairs up to date and your own insurance in place, thank you.
We provide accommodation free of charge (you may also find and fund your own accommodation if you wish)
Wages paid are in line with requirements here in Ireland and are fully tax compliant. If you don't have the proper paperwork/visa/prsi number please do not apply.
We also host students training with horses/ as veterinarians/ studying agricultural science/ Agronomy/other related disciplines/ farm stays/internships.
Please ensure to bring your own footwear (boots, wellies) warm clothes and jackets and consider the weather. For horse-riding proper gear including your own riding hat is a basic requirement.
If you are interested please get in touch and we can chat some more!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Everything from megalithic tombs and other archaeological antiquities to stone tower houses, an abandoned village,
landmarks associated with famous artists and ologists, it's all here, crammed with history and culture. Neighbours love to meet you and share stories and get to know you. At the farmhouse you can join in whatever we are doing in the evenings. We love the chats and you can tell us if you like to hang out with us more or prefer your own space.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
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Help
We will be organising horse-riding for tourists during the Summer season and if you are qualified and experienced you may apply for positions at the stables (applications accepted from March onwards)
If you are interested please get in touch and we can chat some more!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We provide an independent self contained accommodation and are happy to provide in a way that suits you best.
What else ...
Loads of local sights to visits including galleries, pubs, outdoor amenities. The bus brings you to nearest towns and goes daily.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 8 hours a day, 5 days a week
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I knew almost nothing about sheep when I first arrived, but due to the fact that we spent most of our days working with Martin for 6 days a week, my knowledge of sheep, horses and general farm tasks and goings-on expanded by a… read more
I mainly helped with the sheep. Although this involved a lot of physical work involved and sometimes long working hours, it was never impossible to manage. lit was quite a lot of physical work, and we sometimes had long hours. It wasn't anything impossible. But… read more
We also had lots of time to explore the local scenery and Tina and Seamus gave us helpful recommendations on what to do and see. We really enjoyed our time and are so… read more
Tina and her family welcomed me openhearted and gave me the feeling of beeing part of their family. Really lovely people.
I enjoyed my stay at the Calveys house. In the evenings we often sat together for wonderful, long conversations. The stay enriched my life and I'm thankful for… read more
