Engagement Assistant

Engagement Assistant

Location: South Yorkshire The successful candidate will need to live within commutable distance of Doncaster as regular working in the office will be required

Full-Time; Permanent (37-hours per week)

Closing Date for Applicants: Friday, 22nd of August 2025

The National Horseracing College seeks to employ an Engagement Assistant to join its enthusiastic, vibrant and hardworking team. As one of only two specialist horseracing colleges in the UK, this independent training provider delivers training for people in both racing and other equine industries. Located in the scenic grounds of a private estate near Doncaster, it achieved Ofsted Grade 2 in 2022.

The role entails engaging with educational settings and organisations that work with young people to make them aware of the college and our courses and thereby increasing applications for the same.

To be selected for this interesting, challenging role, you must be a highly motivated, results-driven people person with strong interpersonal and relationship building skills. An excellent telephone manner and the ability to work independently as well as enjoying working as part of a small and dedicated team is essential.

Good IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential, as is being a confident communicator with excellent presentation and written communication skills.

This hybrid role will require some time to be spent at the college. Flexibility is essential regarding remote work. A willingness to travel throughout the UK including overnight stays, evening and occasional weekend work is required.

We offer a competitive remuneration package including access to a pool car, a mobile phone and IT equipment, an initial holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays and a contributory pension scheme. Applicants must have a full clean driving licence.

Please note, we will be speaking to and interviewing candidates throughout the advertised period. To avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to fill the post at any time.

The selected applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The College meets equality and diversity, Health and Safety, and safeguarding children and young people requirements.