Equine Technician

Easton College; Heacham; Presencial; GBP 25 000 - 27 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Easton College is seeking an Equine Technician/Trainee to support practical learning at the Equine Centre. The role involves equine husbandry, feeding, mucking out, health monitoring, and assisting teaching staff.

The Trainee path provides training to achieve BHS Stage 2 while working across a busy yard environment. The Technician role requires solid horse-care experience and confident riding, with a flexible, positive attitude suitable for weekends and college holidays on the on-site equine

Qualificações

• Solid practical experience in horse care (including mucking out and feeding).
• Confident riding ability (walk, trot, canter, and jumping).
• A flexible, positive attitude and willingness to support a varied workload.
• A minimum of BHS Stage 2 Complete (or equivalent) for the Technician role.
• For the Trainee position, a vocational qualification, such as a Level 3 Technical Diploma in Equine Management will be required.
• The Trainee position will be fixed term until the candidate achieves their BHS Stage 2.

Responsabilidades

• equine husbandry
• feeding
• mucking out
• health monitoring
• record keeping
• exercising horses
• supervise yard duties
• support teaching and learning
• working weekends, bank holidays, and college holidays, with participation in an on-call rota and supporting commercial yard activities

Conhecimentos

Horse care

Riding ability

Flexible attitude

Team player

Communication skills

Formação académica

BHS Stage 2 Complete

Level 3 Technical Diploma in Equine Management

Descrição da oferta de emprego

uine Technician/TraineeTrainee £24,828 per annum, Technician £25,255 £27,373 per annum37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Easton College Equine Centre as an Equine Technician. With continued growth and development, this is a fantastic time to become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team committed to excellence in equine education and welfare. In this hands-on role, you will play a vital part in supporting the practical learning experience of our students. You'll work closely with both staff and learners to demonstrate key skills, supervise yard duties, and help maintain a professional, industry-standard environment.

Alongside supporting teaching and learning, you will be responsible for a range of duties including equine husbandry, feeding, mucking out, health monitoring, record keeping, and exercising horses, ensuring the highest standards of horse care and welfare are consistently achieved. We are looking for a motivated and reliable team player who thrives in a busy, practical environment. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are essential, as you'll be working collaboratively across the Equine Centre.

Responsibilities

• equine husbandry
• feeding
• mucking out
• health monitoring
• record keeping
• exercising horses
• supervise yard duties
• support teaching and learning
• working weekends, bank holidays, and college holidays, with participation in an on-call rota and supporting commercial yard activities

Requirements

• Solid practical experience in horse care (including mucking out and feeding)
• Confident riding ability (walk, trot, canter, and jumping)
• A flexible, positive attitude and willingness to support a varied workload
• A minimum of BHS Stage 2 Complete (or equivalent) for the Technician role
• If this hasn't been achieved, then candidates will be considered for a Trainee position and given the training to achieve their BHS Stage 2
• For the Trainee position, a vocational qualification, such as a Level 3 Technical Diploma in Equine Management will be required
• The Trainee position will be fixed term until the candidate achieves their BHS Stage 2

• Closing date: Sunday 1st November 2026 at Midnight