Equine Studies Lecturer

National Horseracing College (NHC); England; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist equine education provider in the UK seeks a full-time Equine Studies Lecturer. This role involves teaching riding and stable management at a Doncaster-based equine college. Candidates should possess a Level 3 Diploma in Horse Management, along with teaching and assessor qualifications. The position emphasizes working with young students in an inspiring environment, offering a supportive community, professional development, and a healthy work-life balance. Apply by January 9th, 2026.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Auto-enrolled contributory pension scheme

Initial holiday entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Holidays

Excellent induction and training programmes

Uniform provided

Annual allowance of £60 for yard boots

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance (2 x salary)

Qualifications

• Must possess relevant vocational experience in the equine industry.
• Experience working with young people in education is essential.
• Prepared to work with young people who may exhibit challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver riding and stable management tuition for Equine College.
• Support DEC Show, dressage competitions, educational visits, and Taster Days.
• Adhere to college practices while performing duties.

Skills

Experience in equine industry

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Motivational skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Horse Management or equivalent

Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent)

Assessor qualification (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Equine Studies Lecturer 39-hrs per week

Salary: £30,866.16

The National Horseracing College seeks to appoint a full-time Equine Studies Lecturer to join its enthusiastic, vibrant, and hardworking team. As one of only two specialist horse racing colleges in the UK, this third sector provider delivers training for people in both racing and other equine industries. Located in the scenic grounds of a private estate near Doncaster, it achieved Ofsted Grade 2 for overall effectiveness and Grade 1 for both Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development in December 2022.

The successful applicant will be responsible for riding and stable management tuition for our Doncaster Equine College, and horse care courses (Level 1 to Level 3). Therefore, they must be confident on the yard, Indoor School and be prepared to adhere to our practices. They will also contribute / support the Doncaster Equine College (DEC) Show, dressage competitions, educational visits, and DEC Taster Days some of these may involve weekend working.

It is essential that applicants possess a Level 3 Diploma in Horse Management or an equivalent qualification, a teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent), and an Assessor qualification, or be prepared to work towards and achieve one. You should be highly motivated, an excellent communicator and be able to work as part of a team. You must have a willingness to work with young people who will present challenging behaviours, which at times can be stressful.

Relevant vocational experience in the Equine industry and of working in the educational sector with young people is essential.

Working hours

• Monday: 8:30am 4:00pm
• Tuesday Friday: 8:30am 5:00pm

There is a 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak each day.

Benefits of working for the NHC

• You can progress your career with us. We care about our people, investing in staff development, regularly providing internal CPD training as well as paying for external courses so that we can all develop our skills and careers.
• Our students are inspiring to work with. They develop a great deal of resilience, discipline, and maturity through their main course, which they bring to the classroom. They spend a lot of time away from screens, with animals and in the fresh air. This leads to a productive, calm, and pleasant learning environment where Teachers have the chance to make a real difference.
• It s a wonderful environment to work in. The NHC is well known for being welcoming and friendly. Staff have a clarity of purpose and a sense of togetherness that shines through and fits the beautiful surroundings of Rossington Hall.
• You won t be micromanaged. Our leadership understand that professionals want clear direction, while being trusted to carry out their duties effectively. Working at the NHC provides that feeling you get from the best Managers, that you are trusted and supported.
• Workloads are reasonable. This is not a typical school environment where they expect several hours a week of unpaid overtime. Our Teachers have a much healthier work-life balance, and we don t expect you to take work home. If you do have a busy period, paid overtime or time in lieu can be agreed with your Line Manager.

Reasons To Join Us

• Auto-enrolled contributory pension scheme.
• An initial holiday entitlement of 25-days plus Bank Holidays.
• Excellent induction, training, and development programmes.
• Uniform provided.
• Annual allowance of £60 for yard boots.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Including the Health Assured App.
• Life Assurance (2 x salary).

The selected Applicant will be asked to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The College meets equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding children and young people requirements.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 9th of January 2026