Stable Manager

The Shelley Centre for Therapeutic Riding is a long-established Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) centre with nearly 40 years of experience delivering life-changing equestrian therapeutic activities. Operating as a volunteer-led charity, they currently care for eight horses that support both riding and non-riding therapeutic programmes for children and adults.

We are seeking a dedicated, experienced and enthusiastic Yard Manager to lead the day-to-day management of the yard and horse welfare programme.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about horse care, enjoys working with people, and wants to play a key role in supporting our therapeutic services and the volunteers who make them possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily care, health and wellbeing of the horses.
• Carry out and supervise routine stable management and yard duties.
• Exercise and maintain the fitness and happiness of the horses.
• Manage and support a team of volunteers involved in horse care and exercising.
• Coordinate visits and appointments with vets, farriers, physiotherapists and other equine professionals.
• Order and manage feed, bedding and other yard supplies.
• Work alongside contractors to ensure effective pasture and field management.
• Collaborate with the RDA-qualified coaches to ensure the smooth running of all sessions.
• Maintain accurate horse health, welfare and treatment records.
• Undertake associated administrative duties to support the efficient operation of the centre.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Have proven experience in horse care and stable management.
• Be personable and understanding, patient with the ability to assist, guide and train volunteers
• Be polite and welcoming to all participants and visitors.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a welcoming, friendly manner.
• Be confident leading and motivating volunteers.
• Possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Be committed to maintaining the highest standards of horse welfare.
• Enjoy working as part of a team within a charitable and community-focused environment.
• Have a flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Be a capable hands on working groom and be ready to assist at all times
• Be a confident rider who can feel how the horses are working and adapt their routine as required.

What We Offer

• Salary range £28,000 to £30,000 per annum. Depending on experience
• 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• The opportunity to work in a highly respected therapeutic riding centre with a strong community ethos.
• A rewarding role making a genuine difference to the lives of our participants and horses.
• Flexible working arrangements considered, including job share opportunities.

If you are passionate about equine welfare and would like to be part of a centre that has been transforming lives through horses for nearly four decades, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please email - [email protected]