Paddock Steward

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Paddock Steward to join our Nottingham Greyhounds team!

Arena Racing Company does so much more than lead the UK’s largest horse racing group. We have 21 racing venues showcasing horse racing, greyhound racing, golf courses, hotels and events. In short, leisure, entertainment, media production and global distribution are at the heart of what we do, making it an exciting and diverse place to work!

Our success is a team effort which is why we offer great opportunities for growth, development and career progression. After all, it’s our employees that enable us to offer first class service and create an electric atmosphere, all within an industry we love.

We embrace diversity. We develop our people. We care for our visitors. We think about our impact. We are proud of our sport

• Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues
• Discounted food & ARC days out
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days
• Company life assurance scheme
• Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work
• Support with study through our study assistance schemes

And so much more…

To control and supervise the conduct of all licensed persons, including trainers, in the paddock area and to help enforce the highest possible standards of greyhound welfare. To ensure paddock cleanliness is always maintained at the highest level and all jobs are completed and recorded. To assist with the smooth running of race meetings and assist the racing office with certain roles to ensure the department complies with GBGB rules and regulations.

• Make sure the cleaning schedule is completed and the kennels and paddock areas are clean and tidy.
• Ensure integrity and welfare are at the heart of all tasks performed.
• Assist in the smooth running of all kennel procedures, in accordance with the GBGB Rules of Racing and local operational rules.
• Communicate well within the paddock area and racing office during a race meeting in order that time constraints are managed and met.
• Develop a good working relationship with stewards, trainers, kennel staff and everyone associated with the paddock area.
• Scanning microchips, checking ear marks and racing jackets of dogs to ensure correct greyhound identity for each race/trial.
• Help to ensure the strict control and security of the kennel area, as set out in the GBGB Rules of Racing.
• Good greyhound welfare knowledge.
• Learn to accurately mark-up greyhounds for new registrations.
• Learn to oversee the taking of samples as required.
• Be vigilant to keep kennel/paddock area a safe working environment, adhering to risk assessments.
• Adhere to PPE working guidelines, wearing full uniform at all times.
• Assist with greyhound safety at strategic points around the track during a race.
• Ensure issues are raised with your line manager swiftly and all maintenance issues are reported.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The stadium business is a dynamic and challenging environment and on occasion you will be required to assist in duties outside of those detailed in this job description and therefore a flexible approach is required.

• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Strength to do what is right not what is easy
• Flexible approach to working
• Works well under pressure
• Organised
• Good Communication Skills

This role is part of the Racing Office Team at the Stadium and you may be expected to assist with some non-paddock-based roles in your daily duties. You will be fully trained in all areas of your role.

We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today.

At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.