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 (4DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, 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 #teamOFG!

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.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

*Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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