Equine apprenticeship

General yard duties will include;

Mucking out Tacking up and tack cleaning Bringing in and turning out Clipping/pulling/trimming/plaiting Bathing Schooling Exercising horses (including lunging, horse walker, long reining) Bandaging Rug changing Holding for vet/farrier/dentist Paddock maintenance

Training:

Level 2 Equine groom apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills in English and maths if required.

Training Outcome:

For the right candidate, there is the possibility to progress on to a Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
The Stables at Cissbury provides both lessons and hacking within the stunning, South Downs National Park. Located on the Cissbury Estate we have direct access to Cissbury Ring where views stretch from Chanctonbury Ring in the North to the English Channel in the South. We have a full size riding arena and qualified instructors. The beautiful vintage inspired stable yard is home to a number of well schooled horses and ponies. We also provide corporate, team building, retreat days and breaks all set within a traditional atmosphere. Our mission is to provide outstanding equitation services alongside the highest standards of care for both horse and rider. We do this by; Providing well-schooled, fit and healthy horses Maintain a qualified workforce, who are always continuing to better themselves and take further qualifications, along with weekly staff training

Working Hours :
Working 40 hours per week, final shift pattern to be agreed with the successful applicant. Please expect to work at least 1 weekend day.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness