Help us with care for our horses and experience the countryside in Wicklow, Ireland

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  Description

  **Join Our Team ! A Truly Rewarding Opportunity in Beautiful Wicklow, Ireland!**
  
  Please only apply if you have some horse experience.
  
  Are you passionate about horses and eager to grow your skills in a supportive, hands-on environment? This is your chance to immerse yourself in the world of equestrian care and development while working alongside a dedicated, friendly team in one of Ireland's most scenic locations.
  
  We’re looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic working student to join us. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, develop, and make meaningful contributions to the day-to-day workings of a dynamic stable. Whether you’re looking to refine your skills in a variety of equestrian disciplines or simply gain valuable experience in horse care, this position is the perfect stepping stone toward a fulfilling career in the equestrian world.
  
  **What We Offer:**
  - **Diverse Horse Experience:** Work with our team of 15 horses and ponies, including young horses, show jumpers, dressage horses, and leisure horses, offering exposure to multiple disciplines.
  - **On-Site Accommodation:** Comfortable living arrangements available for the right candidate.
  
  - **Comprehensive Training:** Develop your skills through hands-on experience in all aspects of stable management and horse care.
  
  **About the Role:**
  - **5 Days per Week:** Work alongside our team, gaining real-world experience in a supportive and learning-focused environment.
  
  **Key Responsibilities:**
  - Daily feeding and mucking out of our horses.
  - Turnout – ensuring horses are placed in walkers or paddocks.
  - Grooming and preparing horses for riding and lunging.
  - For the right candidate, there’s also the exciting possibility to ride and work with horses in a variety of disciplines.
  
  **What We’re Looking For:**
  - A **self-motivated** individual who’s eager to learn and grow in the equestrian field.
  - **Passion** for horses with a caring, positive attitude towards their well-being.
  - A **reliable**, honest, and hardworking person with an eye for detail and a commitment to excellence.
  - **Clean, organized**, and proactive in maintaining a tidy and efficient stable environment.
  
  This is an incredible opportunity for someone who’s excited to learn, grow, and become part of an inspiring, dedicated team. If you’re looking for an educational, rewarding, and enriching experience with room to progress, we’d love to hear from you!
  
  We can’t wait to welcome the right person to our team and watch them grow with us.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Gardening

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Self development

  

  Pets

  

  Farming

  

  Performing arts

  

  Gardening

  

  Photography

  

  Books

  

  Animals

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Hiking

  

  Mountain

  

  Cycling

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Nature
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Experience the Irish Countryside and learn how we take care of the Irish horse. Practice speaking English and improve your English skills while you are here.
  
  And you can improve your English while you are here.

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

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  Help

  We are looking for someone to help us care for our horses this will include giving them hay cleaning of their boxes and putting them in the paddock/ horse walker.
  
  For the more experienced person grooming and preparing them for exercise would also be needed but full training will be provided.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  French: Beginner

  This 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.
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  Accommodation

  We offer you free accommodation in our apartment. a double bedroom with shared living/kitchen
  
  Wages will be provided at minimum wage.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  My animals / pets

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