Are you an experienced equine professional with a passion for coaching and developing the next generation of riders? We are excited to be introducing a brand-new Equine Instructor role to our department, a role created to strengthen our practical teaching offer and enhance the experience of students preparing for their BHS Care and Ride assessments. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and grow our equine provision as part of a forward-thinking, student-centred team.

Easton College is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Equine Instructor to deliver high quality practical coaching, ride and school a range of horses, and help maintain excellent standards across our BHS approved equine centre.

• Deliver engaging, well structured riding and stable management coaching sessions aligned to curriculum and BHS requirements. • Plan your own sessions to ensure clear progression towards BHS Stage assessments. • Provide constructive coaching to build students’ skills, confidence, and industry readiness. • Ride, school, and exercise college horses to maintain their suitability for ridden use. • Support practical, yard based learning and demonstrate key industry skills. • Contribute to horse welfare monitoring and maintain high standards of care across the centre. • Assist with maintaining arenas, stables, paddocks, and equipment. • Take part in events, competitions, open days, and commercial activities.

At Easton College, our Ways of Working mean we value kindness, curiosity, collaboration and creativity. This new role reflects our commitment to enhancing our equine offer. You’ll be joining a passionate team at an exciting moment of development, helping to shape the future of our practical equine offer. If you want to be part of launching a new role, shaping exciting opportunities for learners, and contributing to the success of a vibrant equine centre, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing date: Tuesday 17 February 2026 at Midnight

You’ll need: • A Level 3 equine qualification. • A BHS Stage 3 Coach in Complete Horsemanship. • Strong, proven riding ability with experience across disciplines. • Previous experience in a professional equine environment. • Excellent knowledge of equine welfare and stable management. • Confident coaching and communication skills. • A flexible, proactive, student focused approach. • A full driving licence and the ability to work evenings/weekends/on call as

• Pension Scheme - Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • College Rewards - A reward scheme providing discounts and/or cashback for purchases from a wide selection of retailers (in store and online) • Company Paid Health Plan - Reimbursement of healthcare costs (up to limits depending on membership level), access to counselling services and 24 hour a day advice • Eye Care Vouchers for VDU eye tests - Specsavers vouchers provided in advance of the appointment covering the eye test cost and discounts on a selected range of glasses • Access to Occupational Health Services - Services include on site appointments (accessed via HR Services), referrals to Doctors when required • Cycle Solutions Cycle-to-Work Scheme