Equine Yard Technician

Hartpury University and Hartpury College; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist education provider in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic individual to support the Equine Department. This role includes supervising students and ensuring high standards of horse welfare while assisting with international equine events. Candidates should ideally hold or be willing to obtain a BHS qualification. The role offers shared accommodation and a range of employee benefits, including a pension scheme and professional development support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellbeing support

Generous pension scheme

Employee discount scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Support for continuous professional development

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and drive to motivate students and maintain professional standards.
• Experience in a large equine yard setting is beneficial.
• Requirement to achieve the relevant British Horse Society qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support the Equine Department in providing a safe experience for students.
• Assist with supervision of students in practical tasks and liveries.
• Host and assist with International Equine Events.

Skills

High standards of horse care

Team player

Motivating students

Education

BHS Stage 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

National Minimum/Living Wage depending on age 40 hours per week (working 5 days over 7) Permanent Shared accommodation + food allowance + reduced livery + CPD training

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research.

The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds.

About the Role

• You will support the Equine Department in providing an outstanding and safe experience for students, commercial users and ensure a high standard of horse welfare.
• The role supports the Equine Team in the day to day running of the Equine Unit, assisting with the supervision of students whilst undertaking practical tasks and supervising student liveries.
• You will also be part of our team hosting and assisting with the running of International Equine Events and commercial bookings throughout the year.
• You will stay in shared accommodation comprising of a single occupancy double bedroom within a shared farmhouse situated on-site. Facilities include a large communal living room, kitchen and garden with parking. A pre-paid meal card is provided for use at food outlets around the campus.

About You

• You will be a team player who has high standards of horse care and the enthusiasm and drive to motivate students and maintain our professional standards.
• You will be provided with the opportunity to work towards improving and developing your riding ability within two staff development lessons per week.
• Ideally, you will hold a BHS Stage 3 or equivalent qualification.
• It would be beneficial to have experience in a large equine yard setting.
• The successful candidate will be required to achieve the relevant British Horse Society (BHS) qualification within the first two years of employment. For those who do not already hold a BHS qualification, this will be the British Horse Society, Stage 1 qualification.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service.
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS).
• Employee discount scheme.
• Onsite fitness facilities.
• Support for continuous professional development.
• Flexible working opportunities available.
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.