Equine Events Lead

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture); Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group seeks a part-time Equine Events Lead at BCA to plan and execute equine events. This role requires event management, collaboration with learners, and knowledge of the equine sector. Join us in fostering an inclusive environment for students while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff

Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses

Excellent defined benefit pension schemes

Free on-site parking at all sites

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Recent experience working within the equine industry.
• Knowledge of British equine competitions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Planning, organising, and running equine events.
• Developing and managing high-quality equine events.
• Collaborating with learners for hands-on event management experience.

Skills

Event Management

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Experience in the equine industry

Job description

Join the Windsor Forest Colleges Group as a part-time Equine Events Lead, working 20 hours per week over 44 weeks per year. Please note weekend hours required when events are scheduled.

About This Role

As an Equine Events Lead at BCA, where you will be responsible for planning, organising, and running equine events that meet the needs of the equestrian community. This role involves developing and managing high-quality equine events, ensuring all activities meet college requirements and specific event regulations, as well as maintaining a safe and efficient environment.

You will collaborate with learners to provide hands-on event management experience, helping them to develop essential skills. The ideal candidate will have recent experience working within the equine industry, knowledge of British equine competitions, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. This part-time position is a great opportunity to foster an inclusive and supportive environment while promoting the welfare and discipline of students at our college

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes-Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification. Please note this is a term-time only contract based on working 44 weeks per year and being paid for 51.50 weeks per year which takes into account holiday entitlement, which will include working during all term-time weeks.

Our Staff Benefit From

• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Free on-site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance
• On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College
  
  

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on Sunday 13th July 2025*

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis*

To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.

Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

• Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.
  
  

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process. Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.