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Education
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Viktorija Rakauskaite

Hertfors,her

Summary


Experienced professional focused on equine yard management with strong background in horse care and team leadership. Skilled in optimising daily operations, ensuring high standards of animal welfare, and enhancing stable productivity through effective training and resource management. Ready to bring proactive approach to maintaining safe and well-organised yard environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4036
4036
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Equine Yard Manager for Private Family

MR & MRS Bambridge
Hertford, Hertfordshire
10.2014 - Current
  • Ensured quality care by conducting regular checks on horse's health and wellbeing.
  • Supervised grooming tasks to uphold high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the yard.
  • Facilitated training sessions with horses, improving overall performance and behaviour.
  • Scheduled regular veterinary visits for routine check-ups and emergency situations.
  • Liaised with owners regularly providing updates on their horse's progress and condition.
  • Maintained detailed records of each horse's diet, exercise regime, medical history and behaviour patterns.
  • Negotiated supplier contracts for feed, bedding materials and other necessary supplies.
  • Delegated tasks amongst team members promoting an efficient work environment.
  • Organised transportation arrangements for horses during shows or events, ensuring safe travel conditions at every stage.
  • Responded effectively to emergencies demonstrating good problem-solving capabilities under pressure.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to maintain efficient operation of the facility.
  • Managed budgeting responsibilities whilst keeping track of expenses in relation to operations costs.
  • Oversaw feeding schedules to ensure all horses received a balanced diet according to their specific needs.
  • Hired new staff based on skills compatibility with job requirements.
  • Groomed horses using developed abilities in clipping, trimming, pulling and plaiting.
  • Assisted livery clients by managing inquiries and questions.
  • Optimised animal health and wellbeing, bandaging wounds and completing preventive care.

Education

Advanced Level in Horse Care and Managemet - Environmental and land based sector

Keits

Level 3 Certificate QCF -

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Skills

  • Work rota organisation
  • Riding proficiency
  • Financial budgeting
  • Equine behaviour understanding
  • Advanced riding techniques
  • Food and nutrition expertise
  • Competent rider
  • Diplomatic approach
  • Knowledge of equine diseases
  • Foal handling
  • Stock management
  • Medicine administration
  • Plaiting and clipping
  • Staff leadership
  • Horse first aid
  • Stable maintenance
  • Horse behaviour knowledge
  • Lunging and bandaging
  • Horse grooming
  • Lunging
  • Feeding
  • Equine first aid

Affiliations

  • Gardening, Veg growing
  • Cooking
  • Dog training, obedience and Agility

Accomplishments

    Many British Dressage Achievements including second place at National Championship

    Kennel Club Bronze and Silver Awards

    Working towards KC Grade 3

Languages

English, Lithuanian
Fluent

Timeline

Equine Yard Manager for Private Family

MR & MRS Bambridge
10.2014 - Current

Advanced Level in Horse Care and Managemet - Environmental and land based sector

Keits

Level 3 Certificate QCF -

KEITS
Viktorija Rakauskaite