A wonderful opportunity for an ambitious, enthusiastic young person.  Pupil Assistant Trainer required for top flat yard in Lambourn for a 2 year position.  Must be able to ride and have good knowledge of horses.  Accommodation available. To apply please submit your CV and covering letter to Charles Hills info@charleshills.co.uk or call 01488 71548  Applications submitted are treated with absolute confidence.

Millfield School invites applications for an inspiring and experienced Head of Equestrian Sports to lead its renowned Equestrian Centres. This role is an extraordinary opportunity for a dynamic equestrian professional to shape and drive forward a comprehensive programme that champions both rider and horse excellence, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that nurtures individuals of all abilities. As Head of Equestrian Sports, you will have overall oversight of both the Senior School and Prep School Equestrian Centres. This includes ensuring the highest standards of equine welfare, managing budgets, staffing, and facilities, and maintaining a well-structured, efficient environment for students, staff, and horses alike. You will line manage and support the MPS Head of Equestrian Sports at the Prep School, ensuring alignment and consistency across both centres. Key responsibilities include: • Operational Oversight: Ensuring the seamless running of all aspects of the centres, including scheduling, facilities maintenance, compliance with regulations, and horse care standards. • Business Management: Developing and managing budgets, tracking expenditures, and identifying opportunities for growth and sustainability. • Team Leadership: Recruiting, training, and leading a dedicated team of equestrian staff, ensuring high performance and professional development. • Strategic Development: Collaborating with the Director of Sport to align the equestrian programme with the School’s broader objectives, while also innovating and adapting each centres offerings. We are looking for a dynamic, personable and energetic equestrian professional with robust organisational skills and an extensive knowledge of the equestrian world. You will have experience managing a business, a proven ability to lead a team, and familiarity with BHS governance, training and development programmes. Strong communication skills are essential, as you’ll build relationships with parents, students, and external partners, providing tailored guidance to enhance each rider’s experience and growth. Desirable candidates may hold an HGV/7.5T license, have experience working with children across age ranges, and possess at least 10 years of practical coaching experience with developing riders across multiple disciplines. This is a year-round role, averaging 42 hours per week with shifts potentially scheduled from Monday to Sunday. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, 10 weeks of annual leave (to be taken outside of term time), and access to an extensive range of staff benefits. This unique opportunity allows you to lead the strategic direction and operations of prestigious equestrian centres within an exceptional school environment. If you are passionate about equestrianism and excel in operational and business management, we invite you to apply. Apply via our website: https://bit.ly/3CVJxJf

It’s knowing the horses are ready to play their role in Royal events. It’s the collaboration and the community spirit, and it’s the pride in joining a team that delivers exceptional results. This is what makes working for the Royal Household so different. The Royal Mews is the team within The Royal Household responsible for caring for and training The King’s carriage and riding horses and maintaining all the carriages and coaches. Joining the team at Windsor Castle, you’ll provide high levels of care and welfare to our horses and ponies ensuring they are prepared for riding. Key Responsibilities: - You’ll be responsible for all aspects of horse and pony care, including daily feeds and exercise. - From mucking out stables to cleaning saddlery and harnesses, you'll help to ensure the Royal Mews is kept in the very best condition and that all equipment is fit for purpose. - You'll also occasionally train young horses in preparation for their ceremonial career. - The standards you'll aim for will provide the biggest challenge, and the greatest reward Whilst this role is based at Windsor Castle, you’ll on occasion travel to other Royal Residences. This role will involve extended periods of being on your feet, performing manual tasks and handling of heavy loads. Essential Criteria: - A highly capable and confident rider, you have significant experience working with young horses. - With a passion for a career in equine care, you're proficient in all aspects of stable management. - You're an outstanding team player with a flexible, proactive and productive approach to your work. - Possession of a recognised equine qualification (e.g. BHS, BDS, NVQ, Equine Diploma or equivalent) would also be desirable. Above all, you'll be committed to achieving high standards every day, making you a real asset to the Royal Mews team. Benefits: We know that to deliver our best work; we need to feel at our best. That’s why at the Royal Household we offer a generous benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and life priorities. Enjoy 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days pro rata (plus bank holidays) dependent on the length of time you have worked for us. Our excellent non-contributory pension plan (we’ll contribute 15% and you can contribute more if you wish) is highly valued by our employees, as is complimentary lunch on-site to keep you fuelled throughout the day. We also offer a range of leave options to support your life priorities, such as parental pay and leave and volunteering days, as well as benefits to support your physical and mental wellbeing. Other perks include 20% off at our Royal Collection Trust Shops and complimentary admission tickets across all our locations, along with many more exclusive employee discounts.

Proposed Interview Date: Morning of the 18th December Optimistic - Inclusive - Healthy - Innovative – Collaborative At Derby College, we are passionate about delivering top-notch education and training in equine studies. Our excellent Equine Centre offers students invaluable hands-on experience with a diverse range of horses and facilities, fostering a lifelong love for equine care and management. We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our Equine team as the Equine Centre Manager at Broomfield Hall. If you would like to visit the site and meet the team before applying, please reach out to hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk. The Opportunity In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of the equestrian centre, ensuring the highest standards of care for our horses. You will lead and mentor a dedicated team of staff and students, promoting a positive and engaging learning environment while maintaining exemplary health and safety standards. Additionally, you will develop and organise an exciting competition plan throughout the year, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders who utilise our facilities. Enjoy a rewarding career in a beautiful setting where your passion for equine management can truly shine! For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please see the Job Description via the link to our website. About You You’ll have a minimum of two years’ experience running a large equestrian centre and a strong understanding of the equine industry. You’ll also possess strong leadership and communication skills and a level 4 professional subject qualification. For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please see the Job Description via the link to our website. The Benefits 34 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur) Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.5% employer contribution Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services Continuous development and progression opportunities Free eye tests with Specsavers Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Equity, Diversity and Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process. If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk. Safeguarding statement DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you require visa sponsorship Please note that unfortunately, this role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information. Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.

We’re looking for a talented Hospitality Manager to join this historic French Estate, located just a short distance from Paris. This is a great opportunity to be part of the prestigious Sandricourt Estate, set in the beautiful French countryside, well-known for its rich history and charm. You’ll play a vital role in expanding the Estate’s income streams, including hosting exclusive shooting parties, weddings, filming events, seminars and holiday rentals among other ventures. This role offers the chance to help an established Estate explore new business ventures and maximise its offerings. We are looking for someone who is fluent in French, as strong language skills will be essential to communicate effectively with both clients and current Estate team. People skills are key as you’ll be working closely with others to achieve shared goals. Relocation to the Estate or nearby will be a requirement to fully integrate into the role and community. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about sales, events, and exploring new possibilities in a unique setting. Apply with detailed CV to jobs@jmosborne.co.uk Job Location: SANDRICOURT ESTATE, FRANCE

Situated on a thousand acres of parkland along the River Nore in County Laois, Abbeyleix House and Farm is a carefully preserved country estate with hundreds of years of history. We are seeking a tenant to operate a boutique equestrian centre on our estate premise. We’re open to boutique dressage operations at the competitive level, including but not limited to private riding schools that provide full-boarding and training for competitive riders, elite level dressage lessons and clinics. Abbeyleix House and Farm will provide the estate’s equine facility, with a jumping arena with new fencing and footing, and historic barns and stables to accommodate horses. The lease also includes luscious pastures for turnouts and selective access to estate grounds and scenic trails for riding. We are seeking an individual with professional riding experience at the international level in dressage, jumping or eventing, who is motivated and energised to operate a best-in-class equestrian program. Interested individuals should forward their business plan and CV to partnerships@abbeyleixhouseandfarm.ie. All correspondence will be treated in strictest confidence.

Situated on a thousand acres of parkland along the River Nore in County Laois, Abbeyleix House and Farm is a carefully preserved country estate with hundreds of years of history. We are seeking to hire a rider to work with a dedicated team to support the operations of the equine facilities on the Estate, ensuring a high level of professional presentation is met and maintained. Ride horses, assess their way of going and implement appropriate schooling/exercise plans in conjunction with the Head of Equestrian. Ensure adequate provision of suitable horses and resources which meet the needs of the riders. Provide practical instruction to learners in an effective and innovative way, to ensure that guests' individual learning needs are met. Maintain the highest standards of horse health and welfare. Carry out all appropriate routine practical tasks associated with the day-to-day running of the equine facilities (stables, arena etc). Care for rescue horses and support the rehoming programme. Qualifications & Skills High level of experience of riding a range of horses (and ages), including schooling, hacking, jumping, lunging and long reigning. Experience of training horses to an elementary dressage level. Experience of training horses to jump up to 1m. Experience of instructing riders of all ages and at various levels of competence. Proven experience of maintaining high standards of equine care. Team player who contributes to the provision of a welcoming and supportive environment. Ability to work on own initiative, prioritise objectives and meet deadlines. Full clean driving licence. Please send your cv to Aoife O Connor at hr@abbeyleixhouseandfarm.ie

Managing the yard to a high standard. Taking care of other staff and working well as a team. Without with the CEO. A desire to learn, progress and help is so much more important that experience as much can be learned here and achieved. Job Location: West Sussex. Please ring Mary on 07929 666408 for more information or a chat about the position

We are looking for an enthusiastic and efficient Director of Equestrian. The successful candidate will have strong experience of management, business and administration and/or marketing and communications. Excellent communication skills are required for this managerial role with strong links to the equestrian world. Stonar is home to the leading equestrian school in the UK, offering an immersive experience for riders of all abilities and proudly producing highly successful equestrian teams. We are fortunate to have a world-class, British Horse Society approved, equestrian centre right in the heart of the School. Riding has been a core feature at Stonar for many decades and this is a wonderful opportunity for a forward thinking, innovative and highly motivated candidate to join the Executive Management Team to build on this legacy over the next period in the life of Stonar riding. For a full job description and an application form, please visit our website https://www.stonarschool.com/about-us/staff-vacancies Only applications using the School’s application form will be considered. Completed application forms together with a covering letter should be submitted no later than Friday 11 October. HR Administrator Stacey Perry Tel: 01225 701792 E-mail: hr@stonarschool.com

The successful candidate will preferably be a BHS Level 5 Performance Coach, but we will consider a BHS Level 4 Coach who has strong experience and aspirations to work towards BHS Level 5 Performance Coach. Excellent communication skills and strong administrative and organisational skills are needed for the Riding Academy Lead Coach. Stonar is home to the leading equestrian school in the UK, offering an immersive experience for riders of all abilities and proudly producing highly successful equestrian teams. We are fortunate to have a world-class, British Horse Society approved, equestrian centre right in the heart of the School. Riding has been a core feature at Stonar for many decades and an opportunity has arisen for a highly qualified and experienced coach to lead the Stonar Riding Academy, which looks after our top riders and their competition programme. For a full job description and an application form, please visit our website https://www.stonarschool.com/about-us/staff-vacancies Only applications using the School’s application form will be considered Completed application forms together with a covering letter should be submitted by Friday 11 October to:- Stacey Perry Tel: 01225 701792 E-mail: hr@stonarschool.com