Summary
A fantastic opportunity for an Equine Groom to join a fun and vibrant team of staff on the riding school. Duties will include the daily equine husbandry tasks and assisting with teaching lessons. This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to start a career in the equestrian industry.
Wage
£13,312 a year
Training course
Equine groom (level 2)
Hours
To be discussed at interview.
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 3 March
Duration
1 year 4 months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
A fantastic opportunity for an Equine Groom to join a fun and vibrant team of staff on the riding school. The main focus will be as an instructor, but you will be expected to support the daily equine husbandry tasks.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to further their equestrian educations.
This role includes, but not limited to, general stable duties such as:
* Feeding and watering.
* Bring in/turn out.
* Grooming and tacking up.
* Mucking out.
Gillian's Riding School is a busy and varied environment giving the successful candidate the opportunity to gain a huge amount of exposure to many different disciplines. Alongside the Equine Groom Apprenticeship, you will gain a strong depth of knowledge and experience for your future career in the industry.
Where you’ll work
BRAYSIDE FARM
CLAY HILL
ENFIELD
EN2 9JL
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
KEITS TRAINING SERVICES LTD
Your training course
Equine groom (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
* Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment. The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Equine Groom apprenticeship.
* The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.
* The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* English and maths (grade Grade C/4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Team working
* Patience
* Physical fitness
* Previous Equine Experience
Other requirements
he learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship