Yard Assistant
£25,327 Per Annum
39 Hours Per Week, Monday 2.30am-7.30pm, Tuesday-Thursday 7.30am-5pm and Sunday 11am-7.30pm
Bishop Burton College is home to one of the UK’s leading equestrian centres, delivering excellence in teaching, learning and high-profile equine events at local, regional, national and international level. We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Yard Assistant to join our dynamic team and support the daily running of our busy equestrian centre.
As a Yard Assistant, you will play a key role in the effective day-to-day operations of the yard, ensuring high standards of horse care, welfare and presentation. You will support and supervise equine students during practical sessions, contribute to the organisation and delivery of our extensive competition calendar, and assist with the training and development of College horses.
You will also work closely with coaching and commercial staff, maintaining a safe, well-organised and professional environment, and representing the College at events such as Bishop Burton Horse Trials, competitions and open days. The role may involve working across both the Bishop Burton and Riseholme campuses.
The position includes riding as part of daily duties. To ensure the wellbeing of our horses, we have a rider weight limit of 13 stone.
You will have recent, relevant experience in the equine industry and a passion for working with both horses and students. You should hold (or be willing to work towards) BHS Stage 2 Foundation Coach in Complete Horsemanship or equivalent. A good understanding of equine industry standards, excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team are essential.
You will be organised, proactive, and able to work under pressure with a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude. A flexible approach to working hours is required, along with a commitment to maintaining high standards of horse welfare, safety and yard presentation.
Shortlisting for this role will be based solely on the information provided in the application form. CVs will not be considered during the shortlisting process. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.
For the Vacancy Pack and Person Specification please click here.
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Bishop Burton College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
Benefits
In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:
- Local Government Pension Scheme This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
- 40 days leave including 25 days annual leave, concessionary days and bank holidays , all leave is pro-rata for staff employed on a part-time contract
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free car parking
- A range of on-site catering facilities
- Optional health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym
- Dedicated health and wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities
- Free will writing service
- Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
- Free eye tests
- 15% Discount on Tickets at East Yorkshire Buses
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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.ukor telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Thursday 11th December
Interview date: Wednesday 17th December
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding check will be carried out on the successful candidate. Bishop Burton College is committed to Equal Opportunities for all. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
