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Hartpury University and College of Further Education
Hartpury House
Hartpury
Gloucester
Gloucestershire
GL19 3BE
Tel: 01452 702135
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Equine Yard Technician - aS8PiUNHfdh4tA8-DU87XO
Gloucester
Equine Yard Technician
£25,397 - £26,317 per annum
40 hours per week (working 5 days over 7)
Permanent
Shared accommodation + food allowance + reduced livery + CPD training
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. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
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.
About the Role
- You will support the Equine Department in providing an outstanding and safe experience for students, commercial users and ensure a high standard of horse welfare.
- The role supports the Equine Team in the day to day running of the Equine Unit, assisting with the supervision of students whilst undertaking practical tasks and supervising student liveries.
- You will also be part of our team hosting and assisting with the running of International Equine Events and commercial bookings throughout the year.
- You will stay in shared accommodation comprising of a single occupancy double bedroom within a shared recently refurbished farmhouse situated on-site. Facilities include a large communal living room, kitchen and garden with parking. A pre-paid meal card is provided for use at food outlets around the campus
About You
- You will be team player who has high standards of horse care and the enthusiasm and drive to motivate students and maintain our professional standards.
- You will be provided with the opportunity to work towards improving and developing your riding ability within two staff development lessons per week.
- Ideally, you will hold a BHS Stage 3 or equivalent qualification.
- It would be beneficial to have experience in a large equine yard setting.
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 discount scheme
- Onsite fitness facilities
- Support for continuous professional development
- Flexible working opportunities available
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
For further information and to apply online please click on the Apply Now button or call the number to the right of this advert to request documents by post.
Please note we do not accept CVs.
It is our policy that we do not notify candidates who have been unsuccessful with their application. Therefore if you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, we regret that you have not been successful on this occasion.
Closing date for applications: 02 January 2025
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