Volunteer Opportunity: Yard Helper

Register your interest to become a Yard Helper with us!
Location: Gaddesden Place Riding for the Disabled Centre
Briden’s Camp, Hemel Hempstead, Herts, HP2 6EX
Role: Yard Helper Volunteer
About Us: At Gaddesden Place Riding for the Disabled, we aim to enhance the lives of disabled children and adults through horse riding and equine therapies. Our mission is to bring joy, confidence, and therapeutic benefits to individuals with disabilities, and we need passionate volunteers to help us achieve this!
Role 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
How to Apply: Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Complete our volunteer interest form and a member of the team will be in touch!
Visit our website www.gaddesdenplacerda.org.uk to find out more about what we do, and if you have specific questions you can contact us at volunteering@gaddesdenplacerda.org.uk.
Join us and be part of something truly special, we can’t wait to welcome you to our team!