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Racing Jobs

	Location	Business Name	Role Type	Contact Details	Published On	Description
	Tipperary	Sam Curling Racing	Rider	Email: samcurlingracing@outlook.ie	2024-12-17	Full or part time rider wanted for immediate start. Rides available for suitable candidate. Accommodation available.

Stud Farm & Breeding Jobs

Location	Business Name	Role Type	Contact Details	Published On	Description
Clare	Coolbane Stud	Assistant Stud Manager	Email: leonawalsh0@gmail.com	2024-11-29	Are you a horse lover looking for a peaceful and fulfilling work environment? About Coolbane Stud: Nestled in the heart of The Burren, Co. Clare, our stud farm is dedicated to the very highest standard of care for our horses. We provide a calm & supportive atmosphere where both horses & people thrive. Job Responsibilities: 1. Oversee daily operation & ensure the wellbeing of the horses. 2. Assist in daily feeding & gentle handling. 3. Assist in the provision of holistic horse care. What We Offer: 1. Salary negotiable for the right person. 2. Very flexible full-time hours. 3. A tranquil & healing environment. Skills/Requirements: 1. Experience in handling young horses. 2. A desire to always put the horse first.
Tipperary	Charel Park Stud	Stud Hand	Email: charelparkstud@gmail.com	2024-12-02	Charel Park Stud are looking for a stud hand to strengthen their team ahead of breeding season. Role includes all day to day running of a stud farm including handling of newborns, foaling etc. Possibility of accomodation and longer term job.
Kildare	Stud Farm	Stud Farm Manager	Send a CV in confidence. Contact: studfarmkilcock@gmail.com	2024-12-06	A stud farm near Kilcock is seeking an experienced and motivated Stud Manager to oversee the daily operations of their farm. The farm has approx. a dozen thoroughbred broodmares and growing. We are breeding to sell both foals and yearlings. As part of a small team the role will be as a worker\manager. The successful candidate will manage and assist with all aspects of daily tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong practical background in equine management, an excellent work ethic, and a keen eye for the health and performance of all animals on our farm. They will have a proven history in foaling and sales preparation in a practical capacity. The successful candidate should help develop our farm and breeding operation. Good quality family accommodation available to a suitable candidate
Meath	Hamwood Stud	Full Time Yard Assistant	CV’s can be emailed to accounts@hamwoodstud.com	2024-12-10	Full time yard assistant required at Hamwood Stud, Co. Meath, must have experience with Mares, foals, yearlings, and horses in training. Duties to include feeding, turning out, mucking out, and grooming. Leading young foals and all stock. Tacking up, putting horses on a walker. Good knowledge of horses, must have at least 2 years’ experience of working with horses. Must be kind, work efficiently, and use their own initiative. Help in other areas of the estate, including checking and moving cattle, maintaining the paddocks, water troughs etc. Salary negotiable according to experience. Accommodation available on site.
Meath	Hamwood Stud	Stud Groom	CV’s can be emailed to accounts@hamwoodstud.com	2024-12-10	Stud Groom Full time stud groom required at Hanwood Stud, Co. Meath, must have experience with Mares, Foals, yearlings, and horses in training. Tasks involved daily: mucking out, bringing horses in, educating foals & weanlings, feeding horses, grooming and foot care. Main Duties: Prepare weanlings, yearlings, and mares for sale at horse sale Prepare mares for entry to the serving barn during the breeding season Preparing stock for veterinary checks and farriery visits Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury Provide general stable maintenance such as cleaning water troughs and small repairs Implement pasture management plan Review H&S risk assessments prior to commencement of works to ensure all works are carried out in accordance with safety rules and health and safety legislation. Knowledge and skills: Horse care welfare Equine transportation Horsemanship skills Communication skills Health and safety regulations IT/Digital skills Racings industry knowledge. Salary negotiable according to experience. Accommodation available on site.
Tipperary	Coolmore Stud	Stud Groom	Applications and CV’s to be sent to hr@coolmore.ie	2024-12-10	Coolmore Stud are recruiting for seasonal stud hand positions at their Irish base in Fethard, Co. Tipperary starting in January 2025. The role will involve the daily care of top-class thoroughbred mares and foals. There will be opportunities to assist with foaling and coverings and observe veterinary and farrier care. Previous experience with horses is preferred for these roles but not essential, as full training will be provided. Excellent terms and conditions are available. Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to be considered for travel to Coolmore Australia for the southern hemisphere breeding season (flights and visa expenses will be covered).
Tipperary	Camas Park Stud	Stud hand / Yard assistant	Please email CVs to info@camasparkstud.ie	2024-12-18	Full time stud hand/yard assistant required at Camas Park Stud, Co. Tipperary. Candidates must have a good knowledge of horses, and experience with mares, foals, yearlings, and horses in training. Regular duties to include: Turning out, mucking out, and grooming Clean stables and yards, and general stable maintenance Clean and care of tack and equipment Leading young foals and all stock, tacking up, and putting horses on a walker Feed and water animals according to schedules Prepare weanlings, yearlings, and mares for sales Prepare mares to enter the serving barn during the breeding season Preparing animals for veterinary checks and farrier visits Observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury Adapt to other duties that arise seasonally The salary is negotiable according to experience, and accommodation is available on site. The right candidate will have a strong practical experience in equestrian management, a strong work ethic, and a good awareness of the well-being and health of the animals on the farm.

Other

	Location	Business Name	Role Type	Contact Details	Published On	Description
	Ireland	Jockeys Accident Fund	Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist	Tenders should be received not later than midnight on 15 January 2025, and must be delivered by post to Darren Murtagh, Suite 104, 4/5 Burton Hall Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18, or by email to office@doylemurtagh.ie. All queries relating to any aspect of this tender process must be directed to Darren Murtagh at (00353) 1 2837001.	2024-12-03	The Jockeys Accident Fund Company Limited by Guarantee (JAF) was established to promote and support the health, safety and welfare of jockeys, and provides benefits for professional jockeys and apprentices who are injured either during a race meeting or in the schooling of horses. The JAF wishes to invite tenders for the provision of physiotherapy/sports therapy & related services at racetracks throughout Ireland as described in Appendices I & II to this document. This tender process is an open procedure, and any services contract awarded will be for the period from 1 March 2025 to 31 December 2026 (with an option to extend for a further 2 years). The successful tenderer(s) shall be registered with CORU or other appropriate professional body for the term of any services contract offered, and shall be required to provide proof of registration. The successful tenderer(s) shall also be required to have appropriate Professional Indemnity Insurance in place, and any other relevant insurances in place such as employers’ liability insurance or public liability insurance, for the term of any services contract offered. The successful tenderer(s) shall, during the term of any services contract offered, be required to immediately advise the JAF of any changes to its insurance status, produce proof of current premiums paid upon request, and produce valid certificates of insurance upon request. Tenderers may be required to make a presentation of the proposals contained in their tender. The JAF will not be responsible for any costs incurred by the tenderer(s) related to any such presentations. All tender prices quoted must be all inclusive (i.e. including but not limited to professional fee, V.A.T, travel costs & expenses, professional supplies & consumables, and any other ancillary costs) and must be quoted in Euro. Tenderers must confirm that all prices quoted will remail valid for the period 1 March 2025 to 31 December 2026. While every effort has been made to provide accurate and comprehensive information in all documents prepared for the purposes of this tender process, the JAF does not accept any liability or provide any express or implied warranty in respect of any information or documentation supplied. Tenderers must form their own conclusions about the actions needed to meet the requirements as set out in this tender process, and may wish to consult their own legal & professional advisers. Requirements & Specifications: The following services shall be provided by the Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist to the JAF: On track physio services at selected racecourses including: Acute sports injury assessments Sports injury treatments Rehabilitation and maintenance programmes Qualifications and experience Bachelor of Science in Charted Physiotherapy, Athletic Therapy or equivalent Sports Therapy CORU registration or a fully Certified member of Athletic Rehabilitation Therapy Ireland or other appropriate professional body A post-graduate qualification in sports physiotherapy or musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports science or strength and conditioning A minimum of three years post graduate experience with elite sports people. Desirable Physiotherapy, Athletic Therapy or S+C rehabilitation experience with a jockey population Key responsibilities Provision of race day therapy to include: Pre-race preparation of riders Continuation of rehabilitation for riders returning from injury Maintenance of chronic issues Acute injury assessment alongside Irish Horse Regulatory Board (IHRB) Medical Officer. Proficient in all sports therapy techniques for example, sports massage/manipulation, ultrasound, taping, dry needling Proficient in recording of clinical notes Liaising with IHRB Medical Officer on race day Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer of the IHRB as clinical lead Communication with colleagues within the on-course team Communication with physiotherapy and strength and conditioning team in Irish Injured Jockey Clinic in RACE, Kildare Communication where necessary with the wider Jockey Pathway team, to include nutritionist, sports psychologist, career guidance coach and jockey coaching team Provide educational opportunities where appropriate to jockeys Key requirements Proof of indemnity to treat Professional Athletes. Full driver’s licence. Availability to work at appointed racecourses throughout Ireland. Availability to work weekdays, evenings, weekends, Bank Holidays, Easter & Christmas race meetings, with flexibility around rescheduled race meetings when they occur. Provide all necessary equipment, plinth, ultrasound machine, TENS, tapes/bandages, dry needles, consumables. Provide written references. Provide full documentation outlying previous employment/experience in both clinical and sports environments. Skills and Experience A comprehensive understanding of the needs of elite athletes in a high -performance environment Skilled and knowledgeable about the challenges and subtleties of working in a multi-professional team and managing confidentiality and boundaries effectively A comprehensive understanding of the various sports science and sports medicine disciplines Skilled in leading and managing behavioural change and maintenance to have a positive impact on rider rehabilitation, injury prevention and performance Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team

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Role Type

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Ireland

Jockeys Accident Fund

Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist

Tenders should be received not later than midnight on 15 January 2025, and must be delivered by post to Darren Murtagh, Suite 104, 4/5 Burton Hall Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18, or by email to office@doylemurtagh.ie.

All queries relating to any aspect of this tender process must be directed to Darren Murtagh at (00353) 1 2837001.

2024-12-03

The Jockeys Accident Fund Company Limited by Guarantee (JAF) was established to promote and support the health, safety and welfare of jockeys, and provides benefits for professional jockeys and apprentices who are injured either during a race meeting or in the schooling of horses.

The JAF wishes to invite tenders for the provision of physiotherapy/sports therapy & related services at racetracks throughout Ireland as described in Appendices I & II to this document.

This tender process is an open procedure, and any services contract awarded will be for the period from 1 March 2025 to 31 December 2026 (with an option to extend for a further 2 years).

The successful tenderer(s) shall be registered with CORU or other appropriate professional body for the term of any services contract offered, and shall be required to provide proof of registration.

The successful tenderer(s) shall also be required to have appropriate Professional Indemnity Insurance in place, and any other relevant insurances in place such as employers’ liability insurance or public liability insurance, for the term of any services contract offered.

The successful tenderer(s) shall, during the term of any services contract offered, be required to immediately advise the JAF of any changes to its insurance status, produce proof of current premiums paid upon request, and produce valid certificates of insurance upon request.

Tenderers may be required to make a presentation of the proposals contained in their tender. The JAF will not be responsible for any costs incurred by the tenderer(s) related to any such presentations.

All tender prices quoted must be all inclusive (i.e. including but not limited to professional fee, V.A.T, travel costs & expenses, professional supplies & consumables, and any other ancillary costs) and must be quoted in Euro.

Tenderers must confirm that all prices quoted will remail valid for the period 1 March 2025 to 31 December 2026.

While every effort has been made to provide accurate and comprehensive information in all documents prepared for the purposes of this tender process, the JAF does not accept any liability or provide any express or implied warranty in respect of any information or documentation supplied.
Tenderers must form their own conclusions about the actions needed to meet the requirements as set out in this tender process, and may wish to consult their own legal & professional advisers.

Requirements & Specifications:
The following services shall be provided by the Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist to the JAF:

On track physio services at selected racecourses including:

Acute sports injury assessments
Sports injury treatments
Rehabilitation and maintenance programmes

Qualifications and experience

Bachelor of Science in Charted Physiotherapy, Athletic Therapy or equivalent Sports Therapy
CORU registration or a fully Certified member of Athletic Rehabilitation Therapy Ireland or other appropriate professional body
A post-graduate qualification in sports physiotherapy or musculoskeletal physiotherapy or sports science or strength and conditioning
A minimum of three years post graduate experience with elite sports people.

Desirable

Physiotherapy, Athletic Therapy or S+C rehabilitation experience with a jockey population

Key responsibilities

Provision of race day therapy to include:
- Pre-race preparation of riders
- Continuation of rehabilitation for riders returning from injury
- Maintenance of chronic issues
- Acute injury assessment alongside Irish Horse Regulatory Board (IHRB) Medical Officer.
Proficient in all sports therapy techniques for example, sports massage/manipulation, ultrasound, taping, dry needling
Proficient in recording of clinical notes
Liaising with IHRB Medical Officer on race day
Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer of the IHRB as clinical lead
Communication with colleagues within the on-course team
Communication with physiotherapy and strength and conditioning team in Irish Injured Jockey Clinic in RACE, Kildare
Communication where necessary with the wider Jockey Pathway team, to include nutritionist, sports psychologist, career guidance coach and jockey coaching team
Provide educational opportunities where appropriate to jockeys

Key requirements

Proof of indemnity to treat Professional Athletes.
Full driver’s licence.
Availability to work at appointed racecourses throughout Ireland.
Availability to work weekdays, evenings, weekends, Bank Holidays, Easter & Christmas race meetings, with flexibility around rescheduled race meetings when they occur.
Provide all necessary equipment, plinth, ultrasound machine, TENS, tapes/bandages, dry needles, consumables.
Provide written references.
Provide full documentation outlying previous employment/experience in both clinical and sports environments.

Skills and Experience

A comprehensive understanding of the needs of elite athletes in a high -performance environment
Skilled and knowledgeable about the challenges and subtleties of working in a multi-professional team and managing confidentiality and boundaries effectively
A comprehensive understanding of the various sports science and sports medicine disciplines
Skilled in leading and managing behavioural change and maintenance to have a positive impact on rider rehabilitation, injury prevention and performance
Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team

Casual Jobs

Location	Business Name	Role Type	Contact Details	Published On	Description
Kildare	The Tote	Tote Casual Racecourse Staff	recruit@thetote.com	2022-10-13	The TOTE are hiring part-time racecourse staff for racecourses across Ireland. Applicants must be aged 18 or over. Please send your CV to recruit@thetote.com. Find out more at www.toteireland.com
Kildare	The Curragh Racecourse	Raceday Staff	To register your interest please send your CV and a brief cover letter to recruitment@curragh.ie.	2022-10-13	The Currgah Racecourse are seeking enthusiastic, customer focused and self-motivated individuals who would like to be an integral part of the race day team at The Curragh. They have both Customer Care and Equine Care roles available. Suitable individuals will be hardworking, adaptable, a good timekeeper and able to work both on their own initiative, as well as part of our team. Those working in equine care will also have experience working in the equine industry. Applications will close on the 16th February.
Kildare	Goffs	Bid Spotters	tadhgdooley@goffs.ie	2022-10-13	Goffs are hiring Bid Spotters. Send your CV to tadhgdooley@goffs.ie.
Ireland	Tipperary Racecourse	Raceday Staff	Email your C.V to info@tipperaryraces.ie	2023-04-20	Tipperary Racecourse.are lookign for indiviudals to join their raceday team. Duties include: Ticket Scanning, Racecard Sales & Ticket Sales Desk. Applicants must be available to work all 11 Fixtures and must be 18 or Over.