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Gaddesden Place is a dedicated RDA centre offering anyone with additional needs and disabilities the opportunity to participate in a range of equine based activities.
At Gaddesden Place RDA Centre we ...
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Yard Helper
Long term role · 2–4 hrs/Week
Bridens Camp Red Lion Hill, Hemel Hempstead HP2 6EY, UK
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Gaddesden Place Riding for the Disabled
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Summary
Join our team as a regular Yard Helper and immerse yourself in the world of horses while making a real difference in people’s lives.Detailed description
Are you ready for an adventure? Join our team as a regular Yard Helper Volunteer and immerse yourself in the world of horses while making a real difference in people’s lives. This role is vital in ensuring our horses are happy, healthy, and ready to provide unforgettable experiences for our riders.
Responsibilities:
- Dive into the daily care of our wonderful horses, including feeding, grooming, and mucking out stables
- Get hands-on by preparing horses for their riding sessions
- Keep our yard sparkling clean and safe
- Be a hero for our riders by supporting them during sessions, ensuring their safety and comfort
- Embrace a variety of general yard duties and be ready for anything!
Requirements:
- A genuine love for horses and a passion for helping others
- Experience with horses and yard work
- Team spirit and the ability to follow instructions
- Reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to regular volunteering hours
- Minimum age requirement: 16 years old
Benefits:
- Gain incredible experience working with horses and individuals with disabilities
- Be part of a fun, supportive, and friendly team
- Make a lasting impact in your community
- Enjoy opportunities for further training and personal development
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🤝 Extra supportAbout Gaddesden Place Riding for the Disabled
Gaddesden Place is a dedicated RDA centre offering anyone with additional needs and disabilities the opportunity to participate in a range of equine based activities.
At Gaddesden Place RDA Centre we aim to enhance the lives of disabled children and adults through horse riding and equine therapies. We work with a range of individuals including those with:
- cerebral palsy
- autism & ADHD
- learning difficulties
- sight and hearing impairments
- global developmental delay
Our RDA qualified coaches work with each rider, developing a programme of therapeutic activities based on individual needs, with the focus on the RDA principle:
“It’s what you can do that counts”
At Gaddesden Place RDA Centre we aim to enhance the lives of disabled children and adults through horse riding and equine therapies. We work with a range of individuals including those with:
- cerebral palsy
- autism & ADHD
- learning difficulties
- sight and hearing impairments
- global developmental delay
Our RDA qualified coaches work with each rider, developing a programme of therapeutic activities based on individual needs, with the focus on the RDA principle:
“It’s what you can do that counts”