Apprentice Equestrian Instructor
at the
Peter Ashley Activity Centres Trust
Fort Widley
We’re on the lookout for an inspirational and dedicated person to join our team of Equestrian Instructors as an Apprentice.
This is a fixed term role of varying shifts including evenings and weekends. The successful candidate will support the day to day running of the yard as well as teaching a variety of lessons.
Why should you work at Fort Widley?
- Full Training and induction on start.
- Help with NGBs and development courses.
- Personalised on-going mentoring with a senior member of the Team.
- Gain the benefits of working with a small team of like-minded people.
- Opportunities to progress, we develop Instructors into further roles or specialist instructor roles.
- Multiple sports clubs available to staff. Along with discounted personal training at the gym.
- Charity run organisation where you are not just a number but a valued member of the team.
- Easy travel to Portsmouth and the Southdowns Way.
- Vibrant location with local facilities and social opportunities all within easy reach.
- PAAC will provide you with a uniform suitable for wet and dry weather for free.
Quick Info
- This is a fixed term contract of varying shifts with evenings and weekend work being an essential part.
- Generous holidays on pro rata plus bank holidays and birthday.
Requirements
Essential requirements
At least one of the following qualifications
- Have basic equine knowledge
- Have high personal standards of work and a strong work ethic.
- To be proactive in using initiative.
- Successful applicants at interview will need to complete an enhanced DBS check (completed in house).
- A sense of fun.
Personal Qualities
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic to learn and develop
- Good People Skills
- Well Organised
Essential Job Functions
- Set high standards of activity delivery.
- Undertake yard duties.
- To communicate with staff and clients effectively.
- Assist in the schooling of horses.
- Keep comprehensive notes on all clients and their level.
- To work one weekend day and at least one evening.
Non-essential Job Functions
- Facilitation of cover when needed
- Evening, weekend, early and late working hours maybe required.
- Any other duties as requested by line manager and management team.
Future prospects
Job Information
Successful candidates will support the Centre in their day to day role by ensuring that the clients have a safe, fun, educational and high-quality experience.
Instructors are trained, observed and supervised in the delivery of our equestrian activities. They are treated as individuals and unique styles of delivery are appreciated and encouraged.
We want you to experience variety and satisfaction in your role, but at the same time we also want you to create lasting memories with our clients by working with them on repeat visits and build relationships to help create that familiar and memorable experience.
Instructors also help with all yard duties and schooling all horses.
Safety standards
As an organisation, it is important that we maintain high staff and safety standards. Upon joining us, all employees receive an employee handbook that details the do’s and don’ts of life at PAAC as well as our HR systems and procedures. All staff will also receive a formal contract to sign and performance appraisals and session observations are held throughout the year.
Important points
This is not a residential job, so transport to and from the Centre is required.
Interested?
To apply for the position, please email your CV and covering letter to Jodie Thackeray…
Please give us a call if you would like to chat to us further about the role.
Closing date: 31st August, 2023
”My daughter has been doing riding here for about 6 months, great instructors and lovely family atmosphere from the team.”
