Equine Therapy Centre Assistant
Hartpury University & College Of Further Education, Hartpury, Gloucestershire, UK
- Salary
- £26,686 to £27,372
- Work Type
- Permanent
- Work Time
- Full-time
- Live-In
- Live-In Required
- Bring Own Horse
- Training Available
- Non-Smoker
- Job No
- 425298
- Status
- Looking
- Updated
- 13/07/2026
- Expires
- in one month
- Views
- 38
Equine Yard Technician
About the Role
• Support the Equine Department in providing an outstanding, safe and professional experience for students, commercial clients and visitors, whilst ensuring the highest standards of horse welfare • The role supports the Equine Team in the day to day running of the Equine Centre, assisting with the supervision of students whilst undertaking practical tasks and supervising student liveries. • Support the management of student liveries and full liveries promoting high standards of care, welfare and yard management • Maintain a safe, organised and professional environment ensuring all activities are carried out in line with health and safety requirements • You will also be part of our team hosting and assisting with the running of International Equine Events and commercial bookings throughout the year
About You
• You will be team player who has high standards of horse care and the enthusiasm and drive to motivate students • Passionate about horse care and welfare, with a commitment to maintaining high professional standards • You will be keen to develop your own skills and will have the opportunity to improve your riding ability through two staff development lessons each week • Ideally, you will hold a BHS Stage 2 or equivalent industry recognised qualification • You will have excellent communication skills and a positive, flexible approach to work • Experience of working within a large equine yard, commercial yard or educational setting would be advantageous
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The closing date for receipt of applications is 22nd July 2026 Interviews are due to take place on the 28th July 2026
Required Key Skills
Lunging Bandaging ExercisingRequired Expertise
Dressage Eventing Livery Show Jumping Flatwork HackingAccommodation
n/a
Job Benefits
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
• 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 Discounts Scheme • Onsite fitness facilities • Cycle to Work Scheme • Support for continuous professional development • Flexible working opportunities available • Enhanced maternity, adoption, paternity & shared parental leave • Entry to seasonal events • Opportunity for reduced livery dependent on availability • Onsite accommodation
- Employer No
- 424080
- Website
- https://www.hartpury.ac.uk/
Equestrian Employer Details
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 (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) 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.