Summary
A Senior Equine groom apprenticeship in the horse racing industry.
Wage
Competitive
Bonuses and overtime are available.
Training course
Senior equine groom (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday: 6:30 am - 12:30 pm 16:00 - 18:00 Saturday: 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
48 hours a week
Possible start date
Tuesday 15 April
Duration
2 years
Positions available
2
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
- Mucking out.
- Riding out.
- Grooming.
- Travelling with horses to races.
- General yard duties.
Where you’ll work
KIMPTON DOWN STABLES
KIMPTON DOWN
ANDOVER
SP11 8PQ
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
SHELDRAKE TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Senior equine groom (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
L3 Senior equine groom Apprenticeship Standard
The training will take place at Kimpton Down stables and additionally at races or any places the horses may travel to.
More training information
The training course will be based on day-to-day duties that you complete at the workplace.
Requirements
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
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Patience
* Physical fitness