Summer Holiday Riding Coach

Catlin Holdings (UK) Limited; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Catlin Holdings (UK) Limited is seeking a Summer Holiday Coach in Basingstoke to deliver engaging experiences for children during the junior holiday programmes. This role is a fantastic opportunity to support young riders with various activities, ensuring a fun and positive learning environment. Ideal candidates are confident, safety-focused, and ideally hold a Stage 2 Coaching qualification. The role offers a pay rate of £15.00 per hour, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm over 10 weeks.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Approachable with a natural ability to engage children.
• Safety-focused and confident.

Responsibilities

• Support coaches during junior holiday riding programmes.
• Lead group riding sessions tailored to different abilities.
• Encourage learning through games and activities.
• Create a safe, happy environment for children.

Skills

Child engagement

Safety awareness

Coaching

Energy and positivity

Education

Stage 2 Coaching qualification

Job description

Summer Holiday Coach – Job Description

We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic and fun‑loving individual to join our coaching team as a Summer Holiday Coach, helping to deliver engaging, high‑quality experiences for children during our junior holiday programmes. This role is all about energy, positivity and connection. You’ll work alongside our existing coaching team to support and inspire young riders through action‑packed days filled with learning, laughter and memorable moments. If you love working with children, bringing sessions to life and being at the heart of the fun, this could be the perfect summer role. Our centre offers a unique and vibrant environment, welcoming everyone from grassroots riders to high‑level competitors. It’s a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience and be part of a warm, supportive team that genuinely enjoys what they do.

What the role involves

• Supporting coaches during junior holiday riding programmes
• Group riding sessions tailored to different abilities
• Hacking and confidence‑building rides
• Delivering and assisting with stable management lectures
• Eating lunch with the children, helping create a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere
• Encouraging learning through games, activities and hands‑on experiences
• Creating a safe, happy environment where children can learn, grow and have fun

Role: Summer Holiday Coach
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm
Contract length: 10 weeks
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Qualification: Ideally Stage 2 Coaching qualification

You’ll be confident, approachable and safety‑focused, with a natural ability to engage children and make sessions enjoyable and educational. Most importantly, you’ll bring enthusiasm, warmth and a great sense of fun to every day.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

• Job Category: Equestrian
• Job Type: Full Time - Contract
• Job Business: Wellington Riding
• Job Location: Wellington Riding, Basingstoke Road, Heckfield, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ