- Salary
- £28,000 to £33,000
- Work Type
- Permanent
- Work Time
- Full-time
- Live-Out
- Live-Out (No Accomm.)
- Bring Own Horse
- Training Available
- Non-Smoker
- Job No
- 429478
- Status
- Looking
- Expires
- in one month
- Views
- 46
We’re looking for a knowledgeable and motivated Yard Manager to take the lead on our day-to-day yard operations and support our horses, riders, and team. This is a hands-on, leadership role for someone who loves being in the thick of it, is confident managing others, and has a true passion for horse welfare and stable management.
As Yard Manager, your duties will include:
- Taking full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the yard
- Ensuring all horses are healthy, well looked after, and prepared for daily lessons
- Overseeing the grooming, feeding, turnout, and medical care routines
- Managing feed and bedding supplies, as well as record-keeping for horse health and farrier/vet schedules
- Leading, mentoring and organising junior staff, volunteers and apprentices
- Upholding high standards of cleanliness, safety and yard presentation
- Communicating with riding instructors to ensure smooth operation of lessons and horse allocation
We’re after someone who is:
- Experienced in yard and horse management (minimum 2–3 years in a similar role)
- Knowledgeable and confident in handling a variety of horses
- A calm and kind leader with great people skills
- Reliable, self-motivated, and organised
- Committed to the highest standards of equine care
- Comfortable working in a busy yard environment and able to adapt to the day’s challenges
- Ideally BHS qualified (or equivalent experience)
We believe in supporting our team and rewarding hard work. As part of your role at MA Equestrian, you’ll receive:
- Staff riding opportunities – keep up your riding with our wonderful horses
- Ongoing training and professional development
- A warm and welcoming team environment
- Possibility to stable your own horse
- Beautiful countryside setting
- Real opportunities to shape the role and grow within the business
Full-time position with a flexible rota, including weekends and some evenings
Required Key Skills
Driving licenseRequired Expertise
Riding School- Employer No
- 429477
- Website
- https://molly-ann.co.uk/
- Location
- Bozeat, Northamptonshire, UK
Equestrian Employer Details
MA Equestrian is a fast growing family run riding school in the heart of Northamptonshire, and is one of the most welcoming and supportive yards in the region. We pride ourselves on offering a friendly, professional, and inspiring environment for riders of all ages and abilities.
We are an approved ABRS+ and British Horse Society professional riding school based in Bozeat, in Northamptonshire.
Our modern and fully equipped family-run riding school is passionately run to share our love of the equine life with our clients, and is a recipe that clearly works as we are rapidly growing with a very full calendar of lessons and events.
From novice to experienced rider, we can cater for all. We are also experienced working with people that have additional needs and mental health challenges. Our calm and supporting atmosphere welcomes everyone, and we take our time with our clients to ensure they feel safe and welcome.