Equine Welfare Team Leader

An exciting new opportunity has arisen to join us as an Equine Welfare Team Leader. This role will involve working closely with our other Equine Welfare Team Leaders and the Equine Welfare Management Team to efficiently run the day-to-day activities of Walklands yard in order to fulfil the objectives of the charity. Walklands yard cares for around 80 horses and ponies, managing many geriatric equines with additional Veterinary needs who are under our sanctuary care. The Team Leader will lead and develop a team of around 14 Equine Welfare Assistants; effectively managing the rota and problem solving to ensure the physical and behavioural needs of all equines are met. This role will require regular assessment of quality of life for equines and therefore be involved in making end of life decisions and supporting the team with this. The ideal candidate We are looking for someone with the following: • Significant industry experience and demonstrable skills and experience both working with equines and managing a team • A keen interest in equine behaviour science and ethology, ensuring the team work with an understanding and awareness of each equine as an individual • Practical experience in equine associated health conditions and comprehensive knowledge of the management systems for these • Be effective in both verbal and written communications and have the ability to communicate confidently at all levels of authority within the organisation • Experience of leading and developing a team whilst being a role model for enthusiasm, positivity and flexibility • A good level of IT skills and understand the importance of following policies and procedures For the full person specification, please see the job description for this role on our website and reference how you meet the criteria in your application. About us Bransby Horses is a large, progressive equine welfare charity, set in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside, just outside the city of Lincoln. The charity was founded in 1968 by one man, Mr Peter Hunt and has grown over the years, now employing around 150 employees, who share his legacy and the vision; a world where every horse has a life worth living. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to make a difference and see first-hand, the positive impact we have on the lives of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules. Employee benefits Working in the third sector is incredibly rewarding, in addition we offer an attractive benefits package to include: • The pro rata equivalent of 30 days holiday, rising to 35 days with service • An extra day off for your Birthday • Buying leave and other salary sacrifice schemes • Enhanced pension and sick pay scheme • Employee discount • Free uniform • Employer Funded Health Cash Plan with BHSF • Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support • Inclusive and caring culture and community • Ongoing training and support with for career development Closing Date: Noon Thursday 10th April 2025 Interview Date: Tuesday 15th April 2025 Please note that this role will include weekend work. Bransby Horses welcomes diversity into its workforce and provides an inclusive recruitment process that strongly encourages applicants from all walks of life. We do not currently have a sponsor license for hiring outside of the UK. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £32,544.00-£35,131.00 per year