Hartpury University and Hartpury College
Equine Yard Manager
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£36,253 - £39,771 per annum based on an FTE 33,987 - £37,286 per annum
A minimum of 40 hours per week, working 5 days over 7
About the Role:
- Leadership and day-to-day management of the Equine Centre yard staff, including supervision, development, and performance management
- Sourcing, managing and monitoring loan horses to ensure suitability for teaching
- Oversight of Further Education (FE) and Higher Education (HE) student yard duty, ensuring high standards of training and support
- Management of the Student Livery Yard, providing a positive and professional experience
- Ensure compliance with British Horse Society (BHS) licensing requirements, Equine Residential Standards (ERS) Council standards, and relevant National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC) guidance
- Promote and maintain the highest standards of equine welfare, biosecurity, and yard management practices
- Complete and maintain all relevant Equine Centre administration, records, and documentation associated with the role
- Out of term time, working alongside the events team, be responsible for the planning and management of horse stabling and allocation for commercial bookings
About You:
- Practical experience in equine yard management and horse care
- A good understanding of health and safety, equine welfare, and industry best practice
- An effective leader, with experience of supervising, motivating, and developing staff
- Excellent organisational skills and is able to manage competing priorities in a busy yard setting
- Proactive, solutions-focused and confident making decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Strong administrative skills and is confident maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Holds relevant equine qualifications and industry knowledge appropriate to the role
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We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
- Onsite accommodation available
- Meal card with daily food allowance to be used in onsite catering facilities
- Mobile phone
- DIY horse livery (at the reduced staff rate)
- 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
- Support for continuous professional development
- Flexible working opportunities available
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave
About Us
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.
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Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements, and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity, please click here.
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