Equestrian Training

Do you know someone who needs to talk?

It’s so let’s take a moment to raise awareness for the delicate issue of mental health.

Let’s encourage grooms to speak about their struggles, let’s empower grooms by showing them it’s ok to not be ok.

If you think someone you know would benefit from chatting, spend a few minutes listening, simply having a conversation can make a massive difference.

Our Grooms Minds mental health and well-being resource is designed to support grooms with a full range of tools and the confidential Grooms Minds Support Line which is available 24/7.

💚 Find out more here: https://bit.ly/Grooms_Minds

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❓ Did you know that horses don’t feel the cold in the same way that we do ❓

🌡⬇With temperatures dropping it’s likely you’re adding on an extra layer of clothing. However, a healthy horse doesn’t tend to feel the cold until the temperature falls below 5°C, above this they are able to keep themselves warm without using too much energy. Therefore, it’s important we don’t rug our horses based on how cold we are feeling.

At this time of year, the temperature can vary at different parts of the day, so although it may feel cooler at 7am a few hours later it can be a lot warmer!

Rug or don’t rug, according to the needs of each individual horse. There are different factors to consider, so for more information and to learn more about how your horse naturally keeps warm visit: https://www.bhs.org.uk/horse-care-and-welfare/health-care-management/seasonal-care/rugging/

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HM Queen Elizabeth II 1926-2022. The British Horse Society celebrates the Queen’s special connection and lifelong love of equines.

“The Queen became Patron of the BHS in 1952, and her long reign has been exemplified by her dedication to duty and unstinting devotion to the service of the nation. The Queen was also recognised throughout the world as a committed equestrian, and she has played an important role in enabling the BHS to fulfil a core part of its mission: encouraging people and horses to enjoy life together. Her Majesty’s profound interest in all disciplines and elements of equestrianism has been of incalculable benefit to horses everywhere, as her life-long love for them shone brightly on every occasion she was seen in their company. Her example is inspiring to us all, and one that I am sure has promoted positive equestrian participation in many other people.” - Tim Lord, BHS Chairman (British Horse Magazine feature. Platinum Jubilee: The Queen - Her Majesty’s life with horses)

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MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN / HANDY PERSON (EXNING)

Rossdales Veterinary Surgeons is seeking to appoint a full-time Maintenance / Handy Person to work alongside our established team based at our Equine Hospital and Diagnostic Centre in Exning, with regular travel to our Newmarket Practice.

The role will require a reliable and hard-working self-starter who has a ‘can-do’ attitude and is keen to ‘turn their hand’ to anything. Please note this is a physically demanding role that will require work outside in varied weather conditions.

The principal responsibilities will be to ensure the general upkeep of the sites within the buildings and in the grounds of the estate, as well as other departments off-site, which will include some customer facing responsibilities on occasion.

The ideal candidate will have a sense of pride in their work, confident DIY skills and have the ability to use a range of hand tools. Horticultural experience would be an advantage, as would an interest in Health and Safety in the workplace; however, training will be provided to further expand your skills where necessary. Experience of working in a similar role is essential.

Excellent benefits package available.

See full details here https://bit.ly/2rU8zE1

For details of all our vacancies, visit rossdales.com/jobs

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Rossdales Equine Hospital and Diagnostic Centre currently has vacancies for a Veterinary Nurse (Fixed Term) and a Veterinary Technician.

Both positions offer an excellent benefits package.

Find out more about both of these positions by visiting rossdales.com/jobs

⭐New JOBS⭐
👌There are some new jobs on the BGA Job Board including this one pictured at Wimbledon Village Stables.
☀️Of course they can't promise the sunshine for their new Instructor, but they are offering a competitive package and excellent working conditions and fabulous facilities, based in London.
In addition there are also new vacancies on:
➡An International dressage yard in Staffordshire
➡A showjumping yard in Bedfordshire
➡A showjumping yard in Surrey (apprentice position)
➡An Arabian yard in Herefordshire
Plus many more.
⭐View and apply for all of the jobs here: http://bit.ly/BGAjob-board

🐴As grooms we all come across minor wound care and there is lots of advice about how to manage cuts.
👌Here are our top tips on wound management:

1. Clean, warm water is crucial for flushing wounds. Using freezing cold water can damage delicate tissue, delaying the healing process further.

2. Choose your product wisely. Silver Honey from Absorbine UK uses the natural properties of Manuka Honey and MicroSilver BG™ to care for the skin’s natural microbiome. It supports new skin cells, nourishes and conditions, therefore helping to maintain the optimal environment to promote wound healing.

3. Remember to check the ingredients in any product that you use if you have horses competing under rules.

4. Always seek veterinary advice – even if it is a phone call.

5. When you see a wound on a daily basis it can be harder to notice small changes. Take a picture every day so that you can monitor progress.

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❗️If you are self-employed don't forget that you need to submit your Tax Return online by 31st January 2022 - if you haven't done so already.

📆This is for the tax year 6th April 2020 - 5th April 2021.
📞If you have any questions relating directly to your Tax Return, you can contact the HMRC on 0300 200 3310 who will be able to provide guidance.
⚠️Make sure that you submit your Tax Return on time to avoid the possibility of a fine.

❗️The BGA has a complete toolkit especially for freelancers, which includes account templates, client agreements, business management advice, marketing tips, access to free adverts, the ability to become a Certified BGA Freelancer, and much more.

Find out more here: https://bit.ly/BGA-Freelancer

👏A big shout out to all of the grooms who have been on the Christmas rota this weekend and an extra special mention for those who were up at the crack of dawn this morning plaiting up for the Boxing Day Meets.

While we are all recovering from eating too much - we'd love to see your Boxing Day pictures!

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