Jessica Lambert

Hard working, Reliable Groom with 3 years of Grooming experience.

Having grown up around horses the natural progression for me after leaving school was to continue my education at Shuttleworth College studying a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Horse Management. During this course I learned a huge amount about the Equine Industry through studying many varied Modules which included; Equine Nutrition, Animal Biology, Estate Skills, Racing Industry, Anatomy & Physiology and Animal Health & Welfare. I not only gained vital theory experience at Shuttleworth College I was also able to gain hands on experience through carrying out yard duties on a rota basis, daily riding lessons and other practical sessions learning all about correct equine management.

Since leaving college with Distinction, Merit, Merit grades I made the decision to become a Freelance Groom. Having had horses and ponies of my own since I was 11 years old I have made quite a few friends with horses in my local area, this has enabled me to build a busy work load through word of mouth and maintaining a good reputation as a friendly and reliable Groom. Therefore I have now gained 3 years experience working on Show Jumping, Eventing, Dressage, Hunting, Stud, Driving, Riding School and Livery yards.

As a freelance groom my roles are varied and include providing holiday care services and livery yard services. Turning out for competitions including clipping, main and tail pulling, bathing, trimming and plaiting. Handling all types of horses from young stock to stallions. Carrying out stud hand duties; assisting the vet with AI as well as handling Stallions during natural coverings. I also exercise and school clients horses both on the flat or over fences, I am confident hacking out fit competition horses. I regularly deal with visits from farriers and vets. Over my time working with and owning horses I have developed a good knowledge of equine first aid and can carry out first aid practises such as cleaning and dressing wounds, poulticing and bandaging when it is required.