Old Mill Stables are looking to recruit a Qualified Horse Riding Instructor. Previous experience and suitable training is required. Teaching qualifications such as BHS, Pony Club or ABRS are expected in the successful candidate.

The position may suit an experienced riding instructor who has taken a career break or someone newly qualified seeking to expand and develop their experience. An induction period to get to know our horses and regular riders will be undertaken with one of our existing instructors.

Initially the majority of sessions will be with novice riders establishing walk trot and canter seats.

Instructors will need the ability to safely and effectively manage a group or private session from on lead rein upwards, whilst making the session fun and interesting for the clients.

The instructor will need the ability to effectively assess rider and horse combinations to enable suitable horse/rider selection and appropriate sessions times. Must be able to effectively communicate with the yard staff and other instructors when developing ride lists etc.

A client facing position that requires and professional and friendly attitude to the students and their parents/care givers. Additionally we are happy to provide training as part of the job towards further BHS qualifications.

An in date First Aid at Work certificate and safeguarding certificate would be advantageous.

Working hours

Initially part time (including Saturdays) - hours to be agreed with candidate after interview, shift work on a rota based system

Salary/hourly rate

To be agreed - dependant on experience / agreed hours etc

To apply please send a CV with a covering letter to oldmillenquiries@gmail.com 

Equine Groom Level 2  & Senior Equine Groom Level 3 

See our Apprenticeships page for more information about these courses. 

If you'd like to be considered for an apprenticeship position please send a copy of your CV along with a cover letter outlining why you would like to to be considered for an apprenticeship position to oldmillenquiries@gmail.com.