# Head of Riding## OverviewWe are seeking an experienced, highly motivated and inspirational Head of Riding to lead and manage the school’s riding provision. Riding is an integral part of school life at Sandroyd, where 50% of pupils receive riding lessons with the 17 ponies living on site. Sandroyd is a registered Pony Club Centre and a licensed riding school. We are members of the NSEA (National Schools Equestrian Association) and our pupils regularly compete at the qualifying competitions and have qualified for the Championships for the last few years. The school’s competition riders regularly achieve team and individual success. The successful candidate will have the highest standards of equine welfare, as well as experience of managing the staffing and facilities of the riding department.#### Salary & BenefitsThe salary for this role is between £25,000 - £30,000 depending on agreed work pattern and experience.Staff pension, and a comprehensive benefits package.Free meals during term time, when at school.This role is full time, predominantly term time only (Approx. 33 Weeks a Year). There is flexibility in the hours to suit the role and the correct candidate.#### LocationSandroyd Rushmore Tollard Royal Wiltshire SP5 5QD#### Supporting documents#### Deadline and how to applyThe completed application form and your brief letter of application should be addressed to the Headmaster, Alastair Speers, and sent to Sandroyd School, Rushmore Park, Tollard Royal, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 5QD for the attention of Judith Harman. Alternatively, by email to jharman@sandroyd.com. Please contact Judith Harman regarding any questions you may have relating to this position. Interested candidates should apply by Thursday 19th June 2025. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a number of early suitable applications.#### Equal opportunitiesWe recognise the value of a workforce in which people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to introduce fresh ideas and contribute to delivering an outstanding education. Our staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct are expected to be of the highest level to ensure that no one is harassed, bullied or victimised.We are in favour of a workforce that reflects the make-up of the local and national population. No job applicant, temporary worker or employee should receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender, race and ethnicity, religion and belief (including no belief), marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation.We are conscious that there are many groups that are currently under-represented at Sandroyd and we are committed to changing this. To that end, we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds.##### Job reference: HOR-MAY25
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