Equine Facilities Assistant

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Job Title:
Equine Facilities Assistant
Location:
Medway Green School, Wouldham, Rochester, ME1 3TS

Hours: 14 per week Monday to Friday
Rota:
Monday & Tuesday 8.00am - 10.30am, Wednesday & Thursday 3.30pm - 6.00pm, Friday 8.00am - 12.00pm
Salary: £8.273.30 per annum (£13.25 per hour, not pro rata)
Contract:
Permanent Term Time Only
Start:
March 2026
UK applicants only - no sponsorship available

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4

DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay .

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4

DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join !

About the Role

The Equine Facilities Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the yard operates safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of care and presentation. Combining practical equine yard duties with general site maintenance, this hands-on role supports both horse welfare and the upkeep of the wider facilities. Working under the guidance of the Equine Coach, you will complete daily and weekly tasks that promote a safe, organised and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Yard & Horse Care (Non-Riding): Muck out, skip out and bed down stables to a high standard; feed, water and hay horses according to set routines; support safe turnout and bring-in; maintain paddocks, poo-pick, check fencing and shelters, and monitor horse wellbeing, reporting concerns promptly.
• Health, Safety & Compliance: Adhere to yard SOPs, risk assessments and safe systems of work; use PPE appropriately; maintain COSHH compliance; complete routine safety checks and ensure emergency access points remain clear.
• Site Maintenance: Carry out general repairs and upkeep including fencing, painting, minor joinery, gutter clearing and stable hardware repairs; pressure wash yards, stables and equipment to maintain high standards of hygiene.
• Grounds & Surface Care: Support arena and walkway maintenance (as trained), manage drainage, strim and mow designated areas, and assist with seasonal paddock management.
• Equipment & Stores Management: Safely operate and maintain tools and machinery; organise stores; monitor feed, hay and bedding levels; assist with deliveries and ensure safe storage and stock rotation.
• Yard Presentation & Organisation: Maintain clean, tidy and safe working areas; organise and store rugs, grooming kits and equipment; take pride in ensuring the yard reflects a professional and welcoming environment.

This role requires a proactive, practical individual who takes pride in high standards, values teamwork and is committed to maintaining both excellent horse welfare and a safe, well-presented equine environment.

About You

• Practical and reliable, with a willingness to carry out physical outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Experience in general maintenance, yard, grounds, equine, or agricultural environments.
• Good understanding of equine yard routines and safe horse handling, including young, large, and strong horses.
• Strong health & safety awareness with the ability to follow procedures and report concerns.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, with good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Confident completing hands-on tasks including lifting, carrying, and repetitive duties.
• Comfortable with outdoor and occasional lone working.
• Basic DIY or maintenance skills desirable (repairs, fencing, painting, etc.).
• Driving licence and First Aid (general or equine) advantageous.
• Awareness or training in manual handling, COSHH, ladder safety, or machinery use beneficial.

About Us

Medway Green School is a specialist school in Wouldham, Kent, supporting students with SEMH needs and autism whose mainstream placements have broken down. The school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment with small classes and personalised support tailored to each pupil's needs. Our creative curriculum combines academic, vocational, and wellbeing-focused learning, helping students build confidence, independence, resilience, and social skills.

Pupils benefit from a therapeutic approach that supports emotional and personal development alongside education. Working closely with families, we foster strong relationships and a sense of community. Medway Green empowers every student to thrive, achieve their potential, and prepare for life beyond school.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

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