A fantastic position has become available at one of Surrey's best livery and event yards. We are looking for an enthusiastic groom to join our team. This is a great working atmosphere with good hours and flexible time off, as well as opportunities to learn and develop within the industry.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
* Stable and field management
* Equine nutrition
* Yard maintenance
* Exercising horses
* Cleaning tack and equipment
* Grooming for shows
* Dealing with visits from professionals
* Customer service and livery queries
Desired Skills & Qualities
* Applicants MUST be confident around horses and have prior experience with them as this is an ADVANCED apprenticeship
* Able to follow instruction
* Pride in doing your job well
* Pride in learning
* Good work ethic
* Team player
* Reliable and trustworthy
Desired Qualifications
* Ideally someone who already holds a level 2 in horse care
* Driving Licence is required for using off-site accommodation due to rural location and no public transport.
Future Prospects
* Possibility of full-time work at the end of training; our first apprentice never left!
Training Provided
* Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment. The applicant will be working towards a Level 3 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.
Things to Consider
* KEITS Ltd reserves the right to close the advert earlier than advertised, should the need arise.
* AMAZING hacking in the Surrey Hills.
* Driving Licence is required for using off-site accommodation due to rural location and no public transport.
* Fantastic facilities.
* Sadly, we have no space for an apprentice's horse; however, there is a lovely livery yard just up the road that may have livery options for a horse should the apprentice need this.
* To Apply, click Apply for this Role, and for our top tips on how to fill out your application form, click here.
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Pay: From £7.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
#J-18808-Ljbffr