Apprentice Equine Technician

As a Level 3 Senior Equine Groom apprentice, you'll play a vital role in our Equine Centre and curriculum area. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards in all tasks and ensuring the smooth operation of both educational and commercial activities at our college's Equine Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive environment

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

Assisting with the day-to- day activities in the Equine Yard, including all general stable management duties Assisting with preparing resources for lessons as requested by teaching staff Providing practical/ technical support for students in the Equine Yard Maintaining and recording the condition of stock and equipment on the Equine Yard Assisting the whole Equine Centre team in ensuring all health and safety requirements are being met Assessing the potential of new horses to the Equine Centre, both ridden and on the ground Ensuring high standards of animal welfare, including exercise, caring for the sick or injured, and assisting with professional services, e.g., vet and farrier Maintaining arena surfaces, fencing, grazing fields, muck heap and stables as required Ensuring equipment in all equine areas is fully functional and reporting any wear or damages to the Equine Centre Manager Supporting commercial activities in the Equine Centre Supporting staff with events and activities on and off-site, including Open Days, shows and interview events Attending college- wide staff development activities and, where necessary, school/ curriculum activities Keeping up with continued professional development (CPD) Attending course team meetings/ reviews as and when requested by the course team/ management Following the college’s Ways of Working: Open and Informative, Respectful and Fair, Creative and Positive, Collaborative, and Inclusive, Consistent and Responsible, Exemplary and Tenacious, and Aspirational and Entrepreneurial Carrying out other responsibilities that are relevant to the role and under the guidance of the course team/ management

Training:

As part of this apprenticeship, the successful apprentices will gain the following qualifications:

Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship Level 2 Functional Skills maths (if required) Level 2 Functional Skills English (if required)

The apprentices will be expected to attend college during their scheduled and protected study- time, which will be weekly (3 hours are recommended per week). However, there will be an online lesson once a month for 3 hours. There is no set college day and the apprentices will be based at the Easton campus. This course works on a roll-on roll-off basis, so there is no set start date.

Training Outcome:

If an opportunity is available, this could lead to employment as an Equine Technician. The company is looking for someone who is keen to develop and learn.

Employer Description:
City College Norwich and Easton College is a large FE & HE education provider and employer with three main colleges and an HE centre within Norfolk. Easton College's Equine Centre is a state-of-the-art facility offering a stunning learning environment for students in Equine Studies. It features a 70m x 40m indoor school with a viewing gallery, a 60m x 40m outdoor arena, and a cross-country schooling course. The centre is equipped with heat lamps, a full PA system, internal and external stabling, a solarium, and a Racewood Riding Simulator. As a highly commended British Horse Society approved yard, it hosts a variety of events throughout the year

Working Hours :
Working hours will be Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30. The working week will include some weekend and bank holiday cover, which will be on a rota basis.

Skills:
Team working,Excellent interpersonal skills,Able to work under pressure,Able to prepare materials,Able to work quickly/ safely,Commitment to safeguarding,Adaptable and flexible,Cheerful and approachable,Commitment to the programme,Commitment to student success,Commitment to development