Equine Therapy Centre Manager

Consortium of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Voluntary and Community Organisations Limited; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Consortium of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Voluntary and Community Organisations Limited is seeking an experienced Equine Therapy Centre Manager in Gloucester. You will lead the operation of the Centre, oversee welfare for therapy horses, and manage a specialist team. Responsibilities include collaborating with veterinary partners and ensuring a high-quality learning experience. The role offers hybrid working, generous annual leave, and a commitment to safeguarding. Closing date for applications is 8th May 2026.

Benefits

Wellbeing support

35 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Employee Discounts Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support for continuous professional development

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Significant yard or rehabilitation centre experience.
• Experience leading or supervising staff.
• Knowledge to at least BHS Level 4 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of the Equine Therapy Centre.
• Lead a small specialist team and ensure horse welfare.
• Develop commercial income and industry partnerships.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Knowledge of horse management

Education

Equine Science degree or equivalent experience

RCVS Registered Equine Veterinary Nurse

RAMP Registered Veterinary Physiotherapist

Job description

Pay: depending on experience, Amount: 43428.00, Maximum Amount: 54965.00

About the Role

As Equine Therapy Centre Manager, you will oversee the full operation of the Centre ensuring exceptional horse welfare, an excellent client experience and a high-quality learning environment for students.

You will lead a small specialist team and work closely with vet partners and academic departments to integrate rehabilitation practice into teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Leading the day to day running of the Equine Therapy Centre
• Ensuring best practice rehabilitation and welfare of therapy horses
• Managing and developing a team of specialist staff
• Supporting teaching, student learning and research activity
• Developing commercial income and industry partnerships
• Maintaining strong relationships with veterinary practices and horse owners
• Ensuring safe, sustainable and compliant operation of the centre
• Promoting the Centre through outreach, marketing and CPD activity

About You

You will be an experienced equine professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for welfare‑led practice and education.

Qualifications

• RCVS Registered Equine Veterinary Nurse, RAMP Registered Veterinary Physiotherapist, Equine Science degree or equivalent industry experience
• Significant yard or rehabilitation centre experience
• Experience leading or supervising staff
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of horse management to at least BHS Level 4 (or equivalent)
• A collaborative approach to teaching and knowledge sharing
• Experience within a veterinary practice, rehabilitation centre or education setting would be highly beneficial

Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 35 days annual leave entitlement
• Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (TPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, paternity & shared parental leave
• Entry to seasonal events

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 8th May 2026.