Equine Team Leader – Upcott Park

Equine Team Leader

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Equine Team Leader for our Rehoming Sanctuary in Upcott.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week role that also includes flexible out-of-hours coverage.

Salary: G1 £26,481

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll take on the important task of ensuring the health and wellbeing of our horses and employees at Upcott Park. Your responsibility includes creating a safe and clean environment, not only for our equines but also for our hardworking team and the visitors who come to see them. You’ll be integral in maintaining the high standards set by the Sanctuary in horse care, team training, and health and safety. Join us in this fulfilling role and make a real difference!

Caring for Our Equine Friends

You’ll collaborate with the Sanctuary Manager to maintain high standards in horse welfare, ensuring ethical handling and training practices align with our Equine Policies. Your role also involves upholding current Health and Safety guidelines and Sanctuary procedures, keeping our yard consistently safe and secure.

Supporting Our Team and Operations

You’ll work closely with the Sanctuary Manager to make daily operational decisions for horse care and team management. Your responsibilities include ensuring the yard is well-stocked with supplies, implementing disease control measures, supervising horse training, and overseeing routine safety checks, including vehicle inspections, as needed.

Leadership and Management Responsibilities

You’ll play a key role in fostering a positive team culture and ensuring the well-being of our employees. This involves setting and maintaining high work standards, providing timely equipment training, and ensuring everyone is well-informed about procedures and risk assessments. You’ll also manage team scheduling, including night checks and emergencies, recruitment and induction processes, offer comprehensive support through regular catch-ups and one-on-one meetings, and support with performance reviews as needed. The role involves some travel, collaborative work with other yards and teams, and opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

What You Will Bring

We seek a self-motivated, positive, and caring individual who is adaptable and approachable. Your proven team leadership experience, confidence, and competence in equine care are highly valuable. If you have an ILM 3 leadership qualification or are willing to undertake this CPD, you’re a perfect fit for our team. You will have confidence in using computer software, including Microsoft 365. Join us with your unique qualities and skills to contribute to our equine welfare mission.

Vacancies Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form

Please download the documents below and attach them when submitting your application form.