Head of Equestrian 35 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club Lunch without charge in term time Excellent benefits & CPD

New Hall School is seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Equestrian to lead the strategic and day-to-day operations of its Equestrian and Learn-to-Ride Centres. This senior leadership role includes overseeing horse welfare, instruction, budgeting, staffing, compliance, and the development of commercial income streams.

The successful candidate will have strong leadership and equine management experience, excellent communication skills, and a deep commitment to high standards of horse care and rider safety. A current lorry or trailer licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities: • Oversee all aspects of equestrian centre management and development • Deliver high-quality riding instruction and stable management education • Ensure top-level equine care, health and safety, and regulatory compliance • Lead and manage the equestrian team, including training and rotas • Manage budgets and develop income-generating opportunities • Act as Riding Team Coordinator and support competitions and events

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of equestrian provision at a leading independent boarding and day school.

New Hall School offers an exceptional working environment, set in a stunning Grade I listed building that is the former Tudor palace of Beaulieu. With a staff of around 300, New Hall is a warm, welcoming and supportive community. A new London rail station will open in 2025, at New Hall’s front gate: Stratford, 26 minutes; London Liverpool Street, 34 minutes.

Applications will be considered until midday, Friday 10 October 2025

For further details and to apply, please visit: www.newhallschool.co.uk/job-opportunities

New Hall is committed to safeguarding students. There will be an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.

• BHS Stage 4 in Stable Management (or equivalent) • Level 3 Coach (or equivalent) • Degree (or equivalent) • IOSH Managing Safety (or equivalent) • Full Driving Licence • Minimum of two years’ managerial experience of running a yard • Knowledge across the spectrum of stable management skills • Ability to administer First Aid to horses • Experience of devising strategies and seeing them through to implementation • Experience of working with stakeholders (internal and external) • Experience of managing budgets • Experience of managing people • Excellent communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills • Strong leadership skills • Basic IT skills • Ability to promote the welfare and care of horses • Effective budget and resource management skills • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively

Please note - the full Job Description and Person Specification can be found in the Job Details pack on our website when applying.

Family accommodation may be available. Consideration will also be given to candidates who live in the local area and who wish to live off site.

Non–teaching staff are automatically enrolled in the designated stakeholder pension scheme provided by Standard Life, subject to meeting the qualifying conditions. Pension contribution rates are 5% for employees and New Hall currently matches employee contributions up to 4%.

35 days’ holiday per year, including bank holidays.

As a member of Equestrian staff, the Groom is permitted to keep one horse, at a discounted livery rate, at New Hall Park Farm.

New Hall is committed to professional development of staff and will support further in-service training as required.

Currently, all staff can have lunch without charge in term time.

As an employee, you will be able to make use of an annual membership for the New Hall Sport Club, at a discounted rate, with effect from your start date.