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Equine Care Supervisor

North West England

  • Charity
  • Management
  • Specialist
  • Welfare

Closing date: Thursday 6th June 2024

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Equine Care Supervisor

Closing Date for Applicants:
Thursday 6th June 2024

Equine Care Supervisor
12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Salary £27,000.00 per annum

Hours 42.5 per week by Rota Basis (including weekends)
Occasional equine late checks 8:30pm – 9:00pm

Horses And Ponies Protection Association are seeking to recruit an Equine Care Supervisor for a twelve-month period to cover maternity leave.

The successful candidate will have a passion for equine welfare and rehabilitation. The charity is seeking a candidate that can demonstrate sufficient levels of equestrian knowledge and experience to supervise the delivery of exceptionally high standards of care to the resident equines under the direction of the Equine Manager. A demonstrative understanding of equine bio mechanics and physiology and a genuine, keen interest in equines is essential.

Previous experience in a supervisory, head groom or assistant management role is essential. The charity is looking for a confident, capable rider to supervise and assist with the backing and re schooling of equines from a variety of backgrounds and is an essential skill the post holder must demonstrate.
There are plenty of opportunities for the right candidate to develop and grow within the role and the charity.
Role benefits:

  • Contract of Employment

  • Training & Development Opportunities

  • Double pay for working a Bank Holiday

  • Employee of the Month/Year Recognition

  • Staff Discounts across Site

  • Well-being Awareness

  • Inclusive Company Culture

  • Centre of Excellence Accreditation (BHS and RoR)

  • A Safe Workplace with Health and Safety Representatives

  • The chance to make a difference to the lives of equines.

  • A United Workforce


Essential Qulification; BHS Stage 2 Ride & Care of Equivalent Qualification/Experience
Desirable: BHS PTT, BHSAI

By joining the Equine Care Team at HAPPA as Equine Care Supervisor you will become part of a charity that is making a huge difference to equine lives, this is incredibly rewarding and is sure to enhance and develop the skill set and experiences for the right candidate.

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OVERALL, PURPOSE OF JOB

This is a hands on, yard based, position with an emphasis on Centre based equine care and the supervision of a team of Equine Care Officers (ECOs).

Under the guidance of the Equine Rehabilitation & Rehoming Manager (ERRM) the post holder will supervise and support the Equine Care Team, driving and ensuring a high standard of care is delivered to all equines onsite.

Sufficient knowledge and understanding of the specific needs of equines on a rehabilitation programme is essential. Sound experience of handling equines with good stable management skills. The ability to maintain standards with regards a communication, cleanliness, and tidiness throughout the yard alongside working closely and supportively with colleagues and the public.

The suitable candidate will have the specialist skills, knowledge, and experience to be able to rehabilitate nervous and problem horses from the ground and under saddle. A huge part of the role is supporting and developing the skill set of the ECOs, under the supervision of the ERRM.

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