Apprenticeship in Horse Care – Equine Groom Level 2

Duties will include all aspects of horse care, e.g.:

Grooming Mucking out Trimming Plaiting Lunging Health care Travelling Feeding Grooming at competitions/riding

Joining an SCT apprenticeship programme is a serious commitment. To achieve the qualification and be successful in your job, you will need to be hard working, prepared to work outdoors in all weather and often at weekends.

We do everything we can to help you achieve, but we also expect some things from you, to:

Always try your best Adhere to the prevent duty – promote British values: the rule of law, democracy and tolerance and mutual respect for others at all times, and keep yourself safe from extremism Be committed to improving your English and maths skills and using them at work Complete the SCT online learning by the target dates Attend work and all off-the-job training sessions punctually and reliably Be polite, tidy, professional, organised and cheerful Keep your Skillscheck at work and updated - allow time every week for this Complete work set in your action plans by the target dates Follow instructions Work safely, including on the internet Always ask if you are not sure about anything

Please see the website for more information: www.stubbingcourttraining.com

Training:

Equine Groom qualification – Level 2.

Vast majority of the training will take place at the yard. In addition, this will include masterclass sessions, seminars, SCT online learning programme.  You will also be visited by a SCT Coach at least once a month.

Apprentices without level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 English and maths prior to completion of their apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:

Possible progression from Level 2 to Level 3 apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
A small professional yard, with a friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves on providing 5 star treatment for horses and owners, and are always expanding our facilities. We can accommodate a wide range of horses from top competition horses to leisure horses!

Working Hours :
Days and 30 hours per week to be arranged with the employer.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness