Lily Stephens
Halton,Lancashire
Summary
Reliable early-career animal care professional with hands-on experience in horse grooming, stable upkeep and health checks. Supports safe daily routines, prepares horses for exercise and events and responds quickly to signs of illness or injury through strong attention to detail and calm judgement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Horse Groomer
Belle Vue Stables
Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria
02.2025 - Current
- Led horses to and from stables and fields, employing attention to detail to minimise potential injuries.
- Maintained daily feeding and watering schedule, adhering to strict dietary requirements.
- Maintained clean and safe stable environments, including mucking out stalls and managing waste disposal efficiently.
- Mucked out stables, yards and fields to remove urine and fresh droppings.
- Prepared horses for competitions and events, including plaiting, clipping, and tack cleaning for presentation standards.
- Regularly inspected horses to identify signs of ill health, swiftly reporting issues and treating minor ailments and injuries.
- Removed manure and regularly replaced bedding in stalls to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Used curry comb, stiff brush and stable rubber to clean and brush coats of horses.
- Applied lunging and long reining techniques to exercise horses.
- Conducted routine exercise regimens for horses, including lunging and hand-walking to maintain fitness and well-being.
- Prepared horses to avail of lessons, practise on trail rides and participate in competitions and shows.
- Fed animals following dietary requirements.
- Provided comprehensive care for horses, including feeding, grooming, and health monitoring to maintain optimal well-being.
- Thoroughly cleaned and maintained equipment, bridles and saddles to manage functionality and power.
- Delivered treatments for wounds and injuries to avoid infection and promote speedy healing and recovery.
- Groomed horses ahead of competitions and public appearances to provide physical and social comfort.
- Tacked up and untacked horses to prepare for commencement and completion of outings.
- Monitored horses for signs of distress, illness, or injury, acting quickly to address issues and consult professionals as required.
Education
GCSEs - Year 10
QES
Kirkby Lonsdale 2026 - Current
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Customer service excellence
- Flexibility in working hours
- Customer Service
- Time-management
- Decision making
Timeline
Horse Groomer
Belle Vue Stables
02.2025 - Current
GCSEs - Year 10
QES
2026 - Current