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Updated 29 July 2025

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British equestrian vacancies

Head of Development and Inclusion

The BEF is looking to recruit a new Head of Development and Inclusion into our team. The position is a pivotal leadership role, primarily responsible for working with our member bodies and other key stakeholders to drive our continued ambitions to support sustainable growth at all levels, ensuring a thriving, accessible, diverse and inclusive sport.

Key priorities will therefore be ensuring the delivery of our strategic projects aimed at:

  • widening access to equestrian activity
  • supporting a sustainable sport and industry
  • embedding inclusion and
  • enhancing the BEF’s insight function for the benefit of our member bodies and to support the BEF’s role as a Sport England Systemic Partner.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of equestrianism. You’ll work closely with member bodies and key national stakeholders to champion inclusive growth, build strong strategic partnerships, and ensure equestrian sport remains relevant, resilient and reflective of wider society

As the strategic lead of the BEF’s development, insight and inclusion objectives, the successful candidate will have a passion for and commitment to championing inclusive growth and engagement. This will be underpinned by significant experience in sports and community development, a strong understanding of Sport England’s investment approach and excellent communication skills to ensure effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

If you think this is a role you’d be passionate about, please apply through Be Applied.

Head of Development and Inclusion advert

Closing date for applications will be Tuesday 26 August at 12 noon. Interviews to be held 8 September. Second interviews to be held 15 September. 

If you would like to discuss the role in further detail, please contact melissa.kinrade@bef.co.uk

The BEF positively seeks to achieve diversity in our workforce and applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality are welcomed and encouraged.

Member body vacancies

Riding for the Disabled Association

Advisory Board Member (volunteer roles)

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for equine welfare, high standards in charitable delivery, or inclusive activities? RDA UK is looking for dedicated professionals to join our Advisory Boards in a voluntary, non-executive capacity. 

Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) UK is a national charity that enables people with disabilities to experience life-changing benefits through horses. With a UK-wide network of member groups, we are committed to delivering excellence, innovation, and inclusivity in all they do. 

About the role 

As an Advisory Board Member, you will support RDA's mission by offering expert advice and thought leadership. This role is purely advisory — focused on influence, not governance or operations. There are three Advisory Boards, with particular skills and experience critical for each.

  • Member Group Quality and Standards Advisory Board 
  • Activities Advisory Board   
  • Equine Welfare Advisory Board

Key responsibilities 

  • Offer strategic insight and professional expertise to inform key decisions. 
  • Contribute actively to Advisory Board meetings (minimum twice per year). 
  • Provide guidance on best practice, innovation, and emerging opportunities. 
  • Support projects and collaborate between meetings as needed. 
  • Assist in the development of reports and recommendations for RDA UK Trustees. 

Note: Advisory Board Members cannot be current RDA UK Trustees or staff. 

Commitment 

  • Serve a 3-year term, renewable up to three times (maximum 9 years). 
  • Attend two Advisory Board meetings annually, with additional engagement as required. 
  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold RDA’s values at all times. 

Why join? 

This is an opportunity to share your expertise, shape the future of inclusive equestrian activity, and help RDA UK continue delivering life-enhancing experiences. If you’re looking to give back in a meaningful way, we would love to hear from you. 

The last day for applications is 31 July 2025. Apply using this link.

For more information on each role visit rda.org.uk

British Horse Society

Building manager (part time)

BHS are looking for a new colleague to join their operations team and support the provision a safe and pleasant working environment at the BHS offices.

You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety and the operations of BHS offices at Abbey Park. Managing contractors and external suppliers to ensure that the facility is proactively managed and ensuring that best practices are followed, to provide an appropriate, safe and comfortable working environment for employees and tenants.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Using the Facilities ticketing system to prioritise reported issues, escalating to the Head of Operations where necessary
  • Ensuring that BHS HQ is maintained in a good state of repair and, if something isn’t easily fixed, report any remedial works which need to be undertaken in a timely manner
  • Working closely with our Health and Safety Manager to ensure that the building and all work spaces and communal areas conform to all health and safety legislative requirements
  • Working alongside the Head of Operations to develop and manage a proactive plan for building maintenance
  • Assisting the Head of Operations with planning budgets and procurement of specialist contractors
  • Managing specialist contractors to ensure work is carried out in a safe, timely and appropraite manner
  • Assisting the Facilities team to deliver a first class service to collegues and external stakeholders.

Location: The BHS office is based near Stoneleigh in Warwickshire.

Salary: £28,000 FTE (£18,400 actual)

bhs Job Advert - Building Manager

How to apply: Please follow this link to apply.

Closing date for applications: 31 July 2025