Equine Groom Apprentice - Horse Care (Non-Riding) (Apprenticeship)
We are a dynamic international showjumping yard that facilitates young horses, sales, and training. As an ambitious yard, they are expanding and looking for a new team member who loves horses and has an interest in their own personal and professional development.
There is the opportunity for growth within the role and for the apprentice to stay long-term. The position will not be focused on riding, but there could be some riding and training involved. As an apprentice, you will receive all the benefits of a paid employee and gain an industry-recognized qualification upon successful completion of the course.Daily duties to include (but not be limited to);
grooming
mucking out
tacking up
turning out/ bringing in
feeding
exercisingThere is the chance to also undergo HGV training and/or veterinary training as well as progression onto the advanced equine groom apprenticeship.
TrainingYou will be working towards the Level 2 Equine Groom apprenticeship.
You will also be closely supported to work towards gaining Functional Skills qualifications in maths and/ or English at Level 1 or 2 if required.
All training will be provided at the employer's premises under the guidance of Chiron Stables and Haddon Training.
Qualifications required
For the Level 2 Groom apprenticeship, a level 4 or above in maths and English GCSE's is desirable but not essential. If you don't have these grades, we will support you in gaining them through recognised Functional Skills qualifications.The Level 3 candidate would require a level 4 or above in maths and English GCSEs and a functional Skills L2 equivalent.
Skills required
Communication skillsOrganisation skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Prospects
For the right candidate, we are willing to pay for someone to take their HGV training, and have veterinary training, which could increase your future earning capacity in the industry.Progression from the level 2 apprentice into a Level 3 Senior Equine Groom apprenticeship is possible for someone who can see themselves in a leadership position. Travel to international shows abroad could also be offered.
Qualification / Standard : ST0166 Equine groomDuration 15 months