Yard Supervisor

SRUC; Broxburn; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted RAC Membership

Generous family leave

Hybrid working solutions (in some area

Tailored investment in and individuals

Job summary

SRUC's Scottish National Equestrian Centre at Oatridge invites applications for a Yard Supervisor. You will join a friendly team, help look after a stable of up to 30 horses, and supervise students carrying out duties.

The role is permanent, weekend part-time up to 22 hours per week. You will ensure welfare standards, adhere to SRUC regulations, and may take on additional duties as directed by the Stable Manager.

Qualifications

• British Horse Society qualification or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with looking after a stable of up to 30 horses and supervise students carrying out their duties.
• Maintain the standards expected by the Stable Manager, the Organisation and any regulatory or welfare obligations expected by the governing organisations
• The post-holder will perform additional duties as directed from time to time by the Stable Manager
• The post holder will mainly work weekends and may be required to cover extra shifts as and when required with prior notice given

Skills

Supervision

Team coordination

Communication

Initiative & judgement

Education

British Horse Society qualification

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications, experience, knowledge and memberships required for this job have also been included.

The Scottish National Equestrian Centre is a key education, training and events facility, owned and operated by SRUC.

The Scottish National Equestrian Centre is a state-of-the-art venue for all your equestrian sports and activities, but it also plays a key role in the delivery of our equine courses.

The centre also boasts some fantastic facilities, including an international arena with viewing area, warm up arena and outdoor grass arena.

The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Yard Supervisor, to work as part of our friendly and successful team in the SNEC and Stables at Oatridge.

• Assisting with looking after a stable of up to 30 horses and supervising students carrying out their duties
• Maintaining the standards expected by the Stable Manager, the Organisation and any regulatory or welfare obligations expected by the governing organisations
• The post-holder will perform additional duties as directed from time to time by the Stable Manager
• The post holder will mainly work weekends and may be required to cover extra shifts as and when required with prior notice given

The post holder must always be able to multi-task and use their initiative in the conduct of their work. They must be able to apply sound judgement to ensure that they conduct themselves within the framework of SRUC regulations and procedures.

The role is available on a permanent, weekend part‑time basis, for up to 22 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a British Horse Society qualification or equivalent training.

Eligibility for Sponsorship

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you are a migrant worker you will need to ensure you have an appropriate visa to evidence the necessary right to work in the UK.

Why work for SRUC?

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
• Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development

Please read the Job Particulars document before applying.

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