Animal care assistant Work, Jobs in Gloucestershire (with Salaries)

Equine Therapy Centre Assistant
Hartpury University and College —Gloucester
- £26,686 - £27,372 a year
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Pet Welfare Assistant - Onsite Services (part time)
Blue Cross —Burford
- £14,986 a year
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- IT
- In-person
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Pet Welfare Assistant - On-site Services (part time)
Blue Cross —Burford
- £17,484 a year
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- IT
- In-person
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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4d
Finance Assistant (Volunteer)
The Cotswolds Dogs and Cats Home —Gloucester
- £0.01 a year
- Microsoft Outlook
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Flexitime
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Equine Therapy Centre Assistant

Hartpury University and College -
Gloucester

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Job details

Fixed term contract
£26,686 - £27,372 a year
12 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount

Qualifications

Communication skills
A Level

Full job description

Equine Therapy Centre Assistant

£26,686 - £27,372 per annum

A minimum of 39 hours per week, working 5 days over 7

Permanent

About the Role

Provide daily care and exercise for horses under the Equine Therapy Centre Manager's direction
Assist in all learning, research, and commercial activities within the Centre
Support veterinary surgeons and physiotherapists in delivering and monitoring rehabilitation programmes
Manage case admissions and discharges
Support the Equine Therapy Centre Assistant Manager in the organisation and delivery of out-patient appointments for water treadmill exercise
Train and exercise horses on both high-speed and water treadmills for the purpose of teaching, tours and research

About You

Experience with competition horses and high standards of care
Competency in ground schooling and handling fresh/fit horses
Strong communication, teamwork, and observational skills
Interest in equine veterinary medicine/physiotherapy

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
Employee Discounts Scheme
Onsite fitness facilities
Cycle to Work Scheme
Support for continuous professional development

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post.

Click here to view the full Job Description and Person Specification

The closing date for receipt of applications is 26th July 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

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