Job Description Are you passionate about horses and eager to make a difference in their lives? We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and committed volunteer with a good knowledge and experience of horses. This role will support the officers working in our mounted section particularly during the morning routines, in order to free up these officers to focus on training and exercise of Police horses. This is a physically challenging but extremely rewarding role. Why Volunteer with Us? Make a direct impact on the well-being of our horses Gain valuable hands-on experience in horse care and animal management Meet like-minded individuals who share your love for animals Receive training and guidance from experts in the field Perfect for those interested in equine careers or just wanting to give back Main responsibilities (In presence and supervised by an employed Groom) Mucking out the stables. Haying up. Carrying and moving bags of shavings and extra-large haynets around the stable yard. Keeping the stable yard and tack room clean and tidy. Clearing and tidying the paddocks (poo picking). Leading horses to and from the horse walker. Additional Information PLEASE NOTE – Successful applicants will be subject to a trial period which will cover several sessions. If you would like to learn more about this Volunteering role before you apply please contact gerogia.phillips@avonandsomerset.police.uk Closing date for applications 24/11/2025 at 10:00am Applications will be shortlisted early December 2025 Interview dates to be confirmed. To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a 5 year ‘checkable history’ in the UK – ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years. Does this sound like the role for you? Click the link below to apply.