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BHS Riding Instructor & Changing Lives Through Horses Session Provider
Hurstwood Farm Equestrian Centre | East Sussex
Are you a passionate, experienced riding instructor who wants to make a real difference?
Hurstwood Farm Equestrian Centre is looking for a kind, compassionate and enthusiastic BHS Riding Instructor and Changing Lives Through Horses Session Provider to join our team from the beginning of December.
Set in a beautiful, peaceful countryside location, we are proud to deliver the Changing Lives Through Horses programme, supporting young people to build confidence, develop life skills and reach their potential through their interactions with horses.
We are looking for someone who shares our passion for horse welfare and understands the incredible difference that horses can make to young people's lives.
The Role
The successful candidate will enjoy a varied role, including:
• Delivering engaging group and individual riding lessons to children and adults of a range of ages and abilities.
• Supporting and delivering sessions through the Changing Lives Through Horses programme.
• Providing a positive, safe and encouraging learning environment for all our riders and participants.
• Putting horse welfare, care and wellbeing at the forefront of everything they do.
• Working collaboratively with our team to provide the best possible experience for both horses and people.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Has a minimum of BHS Stage 3 Care and Stage 2 Coaching qualifications.
• Has proven experience in teaching and working with horses.
• Is confident teaching a variety of ages and abilities, including children.
• Is kind, patient, compassionate and approachable.
• Is a committed team player with a positive attitude.
• Has a genuine passion for horse welfare and the wellbeing of young people.
• Finds fulfilment in a role that goes beyond riding lessons and has a lasting, positive impact on people's lives.
Experience working with young people through alternative education, therapeutic or personal development programmes would be an advantage.
The Position
• Start date: Beginning of December 2026
• Hours: Full-time, or the opportunity to share the role between two part-time freelance members of staff.
• Location: Hurstwood Farm Equestrian Centre, East Sussex.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced instructor who would love to be part of a supportive team, work in a beautiful countryside setting and help young people thrive through horses, we would love to hear from you!
Please send your CV and application to:
Visit our website – www.hurstwood-farm.co.uk
Application closing date: 31st October 2026
Come and be part of something that truly makes a difference.