Apprentice Equine Eventing Groom

Sophie Hulme is an event rider based in Gloucestershire with a range of horses from youngsters through to 3* and advanced competition horses. Sophie herself has a masters in equine science as well as being involved in AI, breeding and producing from her own horses. The modern stable block is part of a larger yard with fantastic facilities including arenas gallops and off road hacking.

The position can be tailored to your interests and career aspirations whether that be riding, producing, breeding or yard management, with Sophie and her head girl you will have plenty of opportunity to be involved with all aspects of the yard. Usual yard duties will be expected:-

Lunging Grooming Mucking Out Turning Out Tacking up   and for the right person there may be riding available.

The ideal candidate will be friendly and motivated and be enthusiastic and passionate about learning. You should be confident handling horses and be fully prepared to work in all weathers! In return you will be part of a great small team who work together to get jobs done as well as enjoy time socialising and time away from work to have fun. For those with their own horse there is the option for livery and coaching from Sophie.

If you are keen and ready to learn about horses but not sure what pathway then this would be the perfect opportunity as you will have experiences across the board with support from a great team.

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:
Support and guidance for future equine career aspirations Further responsibilities for those that would like progression within the yard. Opportunity to complete further apprenticeships for the right candidate.

Employer Description:
Sophie Hulme is an event rider based in Gloucestershire with a range of horses from youngsters through to 3* and advanced competition horses. Sophie herself has a masters in equine science as well as being involved in AI, breeding and producing from her own horses. The modern stable block is part of a larger yard with fantastic facilities including arenas gallops and off road hacking.

Working Hours :
Working 5 days out of 7, the yard will discuss shift patterns with the successful candidate. However you should be prepared to work at least 1 weekend day a week.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness