Get Involved

Volunteer Application

No horse experience needed. Side walkers, horse leaders, groomers, fundraisers — there's a role for everyone who wants to help.

About you

First name(s) *

Last name *

Preferred name

Preferred pronouns

Email *

Mobile

Address line 1

Address line 2

Postcode

Date of birth

Sex

Age range *

Volunteers must be 14 or over. Under-18s need a parent or guardian to consent.

Under 1818–2526–5051+

Availability & experience

Which mornings could you help? *

Tick all that could potentially work for you.

Tuesday morningWednesday morningThursday morningFriday morning

How often could you help? *

Weekly — same morning each weekFortnightlyMonthlyFlexible — when I canSchool holidays only

Earliest start date

Own transport

Volunteer roles *

Pick all that interest you.

Side walkerWalk alongside the rider to provide support during sessions.Horse leaderLead the pony safely around the arena.GroomerHelp prepare ponies before and after sessions.FundraiserHelp organise events and fundraising campaigns.MaintenanceGeneral upkeep, fencing, painting, odd jobs.Admin supportCommunications, social media, admin tasks.Not sure yetHappy to be matched to where help is most needed.

Experience with horses *

No experienceI have never worked with or around horses.A littleSome riding lessons or stable visits.ExperiencedComfortable around horses, regular riding or stable work.ProfessionalEquestrian background, coaching, or competing.

Disability experienceSkills / qualificationsWhat motivates you to volunteer with us?Any placement considerations we should know about?

Emergency contact

We'll guide you through the PVG application as part of your induction. There is no cost to you — RDA covers the fee.

Name *

Relationship *

Phone *

References

Two people who have known you for at least two years and are not family. Employers, teachers, or neighbours are all fine.

Reference 1

Name *

How they know you *

Email *

Phone (optional)

Reference 2

Name *

How they know you *

Email *

Phone (optional)

Declaration

I wish to apply to join an RDA Group as a volunteer, and confirm that all details given are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. *I consent to an enhanced disclosure / PVG check being made and will abide by the group's safeguarding policies.I recognise this activity involves risk and will take all reasonable precautions and follow advice given at all times.I consent to Highland Group RDA storing my details for the purposes of this application. *Photos & videos consent *