Yard Supervisor

SRUC; Ecclesmachan; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Cycle to work

Discounted RAC Membership

Generous family leave

Hybrid working solutions (in some area

Tailored learning & development

Job summary

SRUC's Scottish National Equestrian Centre seeks a Yard Supervisor to manage a stable of up to 30 horses and supervise students, ensuring welfare and standards are maintained.

The role is permanent, weekend part-time, up to 22 hours per week, on-site at EH52 6NH. The ideal candidate will hold a British Horse Society qualification or equivalent training and will work under the Stable Manager, following SRUC regulations and procedures, with opportunities for additional shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• British Horse Society qualification or equivalent training is required.
• Experience with horse welfare standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with looking after a stable of up to 30 horses and supervising students.
• Maintain the standards expected by the Stable Manager and welfare obligations.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Stable Manager.
• Mainly weekend work with potential extra shifts on short notice.

Education

British Horse Society qualification or equivalent training

Job description

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.

Yard Supervisor

Company: SRUC Salary: £26,766 to £30,455 a year Hours: Part-time Location: EH52 6NH Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 13 Oct 2026 Closing date: 12 Nov 2026

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.

Benefits

• 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

Equal Opportunities

SRUC is committed to valuing Diversity, advancing Equality and respecting Human Rights throughout the organisation and encouraging applications from disabled people using the “Disability Confident Employer” symbol. SRUC is a member of the Athena SWAN charter.

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