Equestrian Centre Instructor; non-ridden activities

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for an Instructor to be based at our Equestrian Centre in Warwickshire, to help us continue our work.

Job Title:

Instructor (non-ridden activities)

Reports to:

Centre Manager

Based at:
Lowlands Equestrian Centre, Warwickshire

Hours:

Part Time 20 hours per week, Monday, Friday and Saturday

Contract Type:
Permanent

Salary: £15,859

The RDA Instructor (Non-Ridden Activities) is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of engaging and inclusive equine-facilitated learning (EFL) and non-ridden sessions at Lowlands Equestrian Centre. The role focuses on supporting individuals with disabilities through meaningful equine-based activities, ensuring a safe, structured, and person-centred approach.

• Plan and deliver all Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL) and non-ridden activities, ensuring sessions are safe, inclusive, and purposeful.
• Lead sessions that promote confidence, communication, independence, and wellbeing.
• Ensure all activities are aligned with RDA values and best practice.

• Design and implement structured session plans tailored to the needs, abilities, and goals of each participant.
• Adapt activities to suit a wide range of physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.

• Structure non-ridden sessions to meet individual needs, ensuring each participant is appropriately supported and challenged.
• Monitor progress and adjust activities to support development and engagement.

• Allocate suitable horses for non-ridden activities based on participant needs and abilities.
• Allocate suitable horses for non-ridden activities based on horse temperament and suitability.
• Ensure horses are used appropriately and their welfare is maintained.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date session records, including attendance.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date session records, including participant progress and observations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date session records, including any incidents or concerns.

• Identify, train, and support volunteers involved in non-ridden sessions.
• Provide clear guidance and instruction to ensure safe and effective session delivery.
• Promote best practice and consistency in volunteer support.

• Ensure all sessions are delivered in line with health and safety policies and RDA guidelines.
• Monitor the welfare of both participants and horses, taking appropriate action when required.
• Complete and adhere to relevant risk assessments.

• Experience of delivering activities in a disability or therapeutic setting.
• Strong understanding of inclusive practice and supporting individuals with additional needs.
• Ability to plan and deliver structured, person-centred sessions.
• Experience of working with and training volunteers.
• Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Awareness of health and safety and safeguarding requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Relevant qualification in Equine Facilitated Learning, RDA coaching, education, or therapy.
• Experience of working within an RDA-approved centre.
• First Aid and safeguarding training.
• Background in education, care, or therapy.
• Knowledge of equine behaviour and welfare, particularly in non-ridden contexts.

• Patient, empathetic, and inclusive approach.
• Creative and adaptable in session delivery.
• Confident and supportive leader.
• Calm and observant, with strong attention to individual needs.
• Reliable and well-organised.
• Committed to promoting wellbeing, inclusion, and high welfare standards.