Equine SEN Practitioner - MA Equestrian map-marker calendar Closing date: 18/06/2026

British Horse Society; Northampton; On-site; GBP 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

The British Horse Society is seeking a part-time individual to join the MA Equestrian team in Northampton. This role involves delivering the BHS Changing Lives Through Horses programme to support children and young people with special educational needs.

You will work alongside BHS coaches, engaging in lesson planning and creating a positive and nurturing environment. Strong experience with horses and the ability to work with young people are essential. This role offers £25–£35 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children with SEN, ADHD, ASD, SEMH, or anxiety.
• Strong, hands-on experience with horses and ponies.
• A calm, patient, and nurturing nature is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the BHS Changing Lives Through Horses (CLtH) programme.
• Support children and young adults in daily activities.
• Write parental and local authority progress reports.

Skills

Experience with children with SEN

Hands-on experience with horses

Calm and nurturing nature

Ability to handle pressure professionally

Reliability and commitment to young people

Education

Qualifications in childcare, education, or equine care

Job description

Boughton Mill Equestrian Centre, Boughton Mill Farm, Welford Rd, Chapel Brampton, Northampton NN6 8AB, UK

Overview

We\'re looking for someone truly unique to join our team at MA Equestrian — someone who loves horses AND has a passion for supporting children and young people with SEN. We run a specialist Alternative Provision programme for young people who are unable to attend mainstream school, including those with SEMH needs, ASD, ADHD, anxiety, and PDA profiles. We use the power of horses to build confidence, resilience, and real life skills — and we are proud to deliver the BHS Changing Lives Through Horses (CLtH) programme. We need someone brilliant to help us continue changing lives. Could that be you?

Role details

• Part time — 20 to 25 hours per week
• £25–£35 per hour dependent on experience
• Term time
• Location: Boughton Mill, Welford Road, Chapel Brampton, Northampton

Responsibilities

• Delivering the BHS Changing Lives Through Horses (CLtH) programme alongside our BHS coaches
• Taking ridden sessions and stable management sessions
• Supporting children and young adults in all daily activities
• Lesson planning, scheduling, and tracking progress
• Writing parental and local authority progress reports
• Helping to create a calm, safe, and positive environment every single day

Requirements / Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children with SEN, ADHD, ASD, SEMH, or anxiety
• Strong, hands-on experience with horses and ponies
• A calm, patient, and nurturing nature
• The ability to stay grounded and professional under pressure
• Reliability, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to young people

Extras

• Bonus if you have experience in alternative provision, therapeutic settings, or hold qualifications in childcare, education, or equine care — but it\'s not essential. The right person and the right values matter most to us.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. MA Equestrian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

If this sounds like you, we would absolutely love to hear from you.