There are 19 horses based on site with 3 members of staff everyday to allow for quality time spent on each individual horse.
The duties will include:
Grooming
Attending shows
Mucking out
Clipping
Lunging
Some hacking possible for the right candidate
The apprenticeship is practical-based based so not lots of time is spent in the classroom. If you did not achieve your GCSE'S you can do these whilst on programme.
Working hours are 25.5 per week over 3 days, 2 week days and a Sunday, Show days may vary.
Good rates of pay, bonuses based on performance and regular staff evenings out.
There are many opportunities to develop and grow in experience here.Training:
All training will be provided on-site during your paid working hours
Your day-to-day mentoring will be with your employer, and a combination of online and in-person monthly sessions will be held with your Haddon Training Trainer Coach
Training Outcome:
Grooming at international shows
Progression to Level 3 Senior Groom apprenticeship
Full-time employment
Employer Description:International showjumping yardWorking Hours :Shifts to be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
All general yard duties to include :
Grooming / tacking up
Filling haynets / water buckets
Feeding
Preparing horses for shows/ grooming at shows and training
Riding available for right candidate ( hacking)
Training:
All training will be provided on site during your paid working hours
Your day to day mentoring will be with your employer, and a combination of online and in person monthly sessions will be held with your Haddon Training Trainer Coach
Training Outcome:
Progression to the Level 3 Senior Groom Apprenticeship and or possiblity of full time employment
Employer Description:
Gemma is a British Olympic event rider and one of the world’s most recognized horsewomen. Starting riding at the age of 18 months old Gemma has never looked back. She has been part of the British World Class Programme since she was 16 years old winning numerous international championships and awards over the last 20 years.
In 2005 Gemma won two team gold medals representing Great Britain at the young rider level and in 2010 became U25 National Champion. In 2016, Gemma competed at the Rio Olympics and was part of the Gold medal winning Team at the World Games in Tryon in 2018. Gemma became the first woman to win at the prestigious Event Rider Master Series in 2017, the first to finish on a score of under 40 in an ERM and the lowest ever score for Chatworth’s CIC3*.
2019 saw Gemma crowned British Open Champion with the mighty Arctic Soul and a special highlight was receiving her Armada Dish for the completion of five Badmintons. In 2021 Gemma took the 5* win at Bicton, a fabulous achievement for the whole team and very well deserved.
Alongside her great success in Eventing, Gemma is also a keen show jumper and is seen out on the circuit regularly. Recently, she has made the step up to competing at 1.40m level and has competed internationally with success. Although her true passion still lies with Eventing, her plan is to develop the show jumping and to ultimately be competing at top level in both disciplines.
Working Hours :Hours are 40 per week over 5 days to include weekend work, working 7.30 - 4.30pm daily.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Passion to work with horses....Read more...
Daily care of horses, including feeding, watering, and monitoring health
Mucking out stables and maintaining clean, safe yard areas
Grooming horses and preparing them for exercise, competition, or turnout
Tacking up and untacking horses correctly
Turning horses out and bringing them in from fields
Assisting with exercising horses where appropriate
Monitoring horse behaviour, condition, and wellbeing, reporting concerns
Supporting breeding, foaling, or young horse care (where applicable)
Maintaining tack, equipment, and yard facilities
Assisting senior staff, riders, or trainers with daily tasks
Supporting the planning and delivery of on-site competitions and events
Assisting at external competitions, including possible chaperone duties, depending on experience and competence
Working with visiting professionals such as vets and farriers
Following health, safety, safeguarding, and welfare standards at all times
Training:The apprenticeship is typically delivered through a blended model of 4 days in the workplace and 1 day in college, allowing apprentices to develop practical equine skills alongside underpinning knowledge.Training Outcome:On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the right candidate may be offered a permanent position within the team or be supported to continue their development by progressing onto the Level 3 Equine apprenticeship and further qualifications.Employer Description:The centre hosts a full programme of unaffiliated and affiliated dressage competitions throughout the year. Facilities include indoor and outdoor warm-up arenas, with competitions run on two 20m x 60m arenas built to national and international specifications.
High-class livery services are available, with access to the indoor school when it is not in use for lessons or competitions. A variety of clinics with different trainers take place across the year to support rider development.Additional facilities include a large Jump for Joy course on grass and a 1-mile off-road cool-down hacking track, providing an excellent environment for training, fitness, and horse welfare
Join a growing equestrian centre that is building something special, with a strong focus on high standards in horse care, training, and competition. With around 30 horses on site, you’ll gain hands-on experience across all areas of the yard, including competitions, livery, and clinics.
You’ll work as part of a supportive team, learning from experienced staff and external professionals, and gaining valuable exposure to a variety of disciplines. This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about horses and keen to develop a versatile career in a professional, high-level environment.Working Hours :To be discussed at the interview, flexibility needed and expected. Working week to be 35-40 hours. Some weekend work required.
Typical working day, 7.00am - 4.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Presentation skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness,Dedicated,Passionate,Punctual....Read more...
