Equine Care Assistant

Coleg Gwent; Usk; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Coleg Gwent in Rhadyr is seeking an hourly paid Equine Care Assistant on a fixed-term basis. The role includes general equine stable management and riding duties, with a minimum of 7.5 hours per week. The position offers a temporary contract and an hourly rate of £16.14.

DBS check and EWC registration are required, and a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) may be pursued. Welsh language ability is desirable, and Welsh applications are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Lecturers must hold or be willing to achieve a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) within a set period.
• Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration required (costs covered by the candidate).
• Welsh language ability is desirable and training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• General equine stable management and riding duties.
• Support the equine team to manage and grow events at Coleg Gwent.

Skills

Equine care

Stable management

Riding duties

Event support

Education

Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE)

Job description

THE DETAILS:

• Location: Rhadyr
• Subject: Not supplied
• Hours: Part time
• Contract: Temporary
• Salary Type: Hourly
• Salary: £16.14 per hour
• Language: Any
• Closing Date: 30 September, 2026 12:00 AM

Hourly Paid - Equine Care Assistant

Coleg Gwent

Salary: £16.14 per hour

Job description

Fixed Term - 31/07/27

Minimum of 7.5 hours per week

We have an exciting new position for a dynamic enthusiastic person. The job role will include general equine stable management and riding duties, alongside supporting the current equine team to manage and grow the events at Coleg Gwent.

The ability to use the Welsh language at basic level (or willingness to undertake training) is desirable

Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

Requirements & Compliance

• Safeguarding: Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration (costs covered by the candidate).
• Qualifications: Lecturers must hold or be willing to achieve a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) within a set period.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Coleg Gwent is an anti-racist, Disability Confident Employer committed to equality under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome all identities and neurodiverse talent, particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups (Minority Ethnic, Female, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities). Support includes six staff networks (Race, LGBTQ+, Disability, etc.) and an ED&I steering group.

Staff Wellbeing

We provide comprehensive health support, including:

• Subsidised gym access and wellbeing activities.
• Access to the Headspace app and mental health champions.
• Accessible campuses and prayer rooms.

Closing Date: 30/09/26

Interview Date: 07/10/26

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