Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for an Equine Yard Technician to join our Equestrian Centre at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a part-time permanent basis.
Equine Yard Technician
This Equine Yard Technician role at BCA involves working 16 hours per week on Fridays and Saturdays only on an all-year round basis. The role of an Equine Yard Technician combines direct horse care with practical instructional support for students. Key responsibilities include maintaining exceptional standards of horse welfare, overseeing daily stable routines, exercising horses, and identifying veterinary or farrier requirements. Alongside animal care, the post holder actively supports student learning by demonstrating core techniques, supervising practical yard sessions, assisting special needs groups, and preparing equipment for daily lessons across the Equestrian Centre.
In addition to routine care and teaching, the role involves managing yard resources, operating college vehicles and tractors, maintaining equipment, and executing risk assessments to ensure a safe, clean environment. Suitable candidates will hold a Level 3 qualification in an equine subject alongside Level 2 English and Maths, supported by practical experience handling a range of horses. The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Slough & Langley College, Windsor College, Strode's College (Egham) and Berkshire College of Agriculture (Maidenhead). Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and college closure days
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution
Free on-site parking at all sites
Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
Cycle to Work Scheme
Family friendly policies supporting Work Life Balance
Onsite Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College
To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.
Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.
*The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.
Equine Assistant in Maidenhead employer: Windsor Forest Colleges
Windsor Forest Colleges group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and growth within the educational sector. Located in the vibrant community of Slough and Langley, this role as a Curriculum Assistant provides meaningful opportunities to contribute to student success while enjoying a term-time only schedule that promotes work-life balance.
