Wilderness & Equine Support Worker

The Wild Mane Project \- Not\-for\-profit
Tameside
£13\.45 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Start Date: Tuesday 9th June
Interview Date: Monday 8th June

Overview

The Wild Mane Project is a new not\-for\-profit project that delivers structured sessions outdoors, combining equine\-assisted learning and wilderness living skills.

This role supports the safe and effective delivery of sessions, working alongside the Session Lead to maintain a calm, organised and well\-managed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of sessions as directed by the Session Lead


• Assist participants appropriately during activities


• Maintain a safe and organised working environment


• Support session flow, including transitions and group management


• Support 1:1 sessions and assist in pony handling duties


• Assisting Vulnerable participants

Practical Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and pack down of sessions


• Support pony care and safe handling during sessions


• Support outdoor activities and tasks


• Carry out site maintenance and fencing repairs


• Assist as a team, with conservation of the area

This role also includes day\-to\-day operational tasks, such as:

• Transporting water to horses using a water bladder


• Moving equipment across the site


• Supporting general site tasks as required


• Security of the site and lock up

Session Delivery (Occasional)

At times, you may be required to:

• Support or lead small group activities


• Take responsibility for a designated task or a small group

All delivery remains under the direction of the Session Lead.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence (essential)


• Confidence driving in rural or uneven environments


• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions


• Ability to carry out physical tasks

Safeguarding

• An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role


• Employment is subject to satisfactory DBS clearance

Skills and Qualities

• Confident and experienced working around horses


• Good understanding of basic horse care, handling, and safety


• Practice in an outdoor, working environment


• Aware of what is happening around you, people, animals, and surroundings


• Able to follow direction and support structured sessions


• Practical and hands\-on approach


• Experience in outdoor or wilderness\-based environments


• Basic understanding of practical outdoor skills (or a relevant background)

Working Pattern

• Casual / zero\-hours


• Work offered as required based on sessions


• Hours will vary


• Sessions may be affected by weather conditions

Additional Information

This is an outdoor, practical role involving work with horses and equipment.
The role requires a hands\-on approach and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.

Pay: £13\.45 per hour

Experience:

• Horse Care: 3 years (required)


• Outdoor Skills: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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