Job Description
Equine Technician/Trainee Trainee £24,828 per annum, Technician £25,255
£27,373 per annum 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year An
exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Easton College Equine Centre as an
Equine Technician. With continued growth and development, this is a fantastic
time to become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team committed to
excellence in equine education and welfare. In
this hands-on role, you will play a vital part in supporting the practical
learning experience of our students. You’ll work closely with both staff and
learners to demonstrate key skills, supervise yard duties, and help maintain a
professional, industry-standard environment. Alongside
supporting teaching and learning, you will be responsible for a range of duties
including equine husbandry, feeding, mucking out, health monitoring, record
keeping, and exercising horses, ensuring the highest standards of horse care
and welfare are consistently achieved. We
are looking for a motivated and reliable team player who thrives in a busy,
practical environment. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are
essential, as you’ll be working collaboratively across the Equine Centre. Key
requirements: Solid practical experience
in horse care (including mucking out and feeding) Confident riding ability
(walk, trot, canter, and jumping) A flexible, positive
attitude and willingness to support a varied workload A minimum of BHS Stage 2
Complete (or equivalent) for the Technician role. If this hasn’t been achieved,
then candidates will be considered for a Trainee position and given the
training to achieve their BHS Stage 2. For the Trainee position, a vocational
qualification, such as a Level 3 Technical Diploma in Equine Management will be
required. The Trainee position will be fixed term until the candidate achieves
their BHS Stage 2.
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