Level 2 Equine Groom apprenticeship

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

Grooming Mucking out Trimming and clipping Plaiting Lungeing training Health care Feeding Assisting with running of events Assisting with customer care and experience Functional skills if required

Training:
This is a 100% work-based learning apprenticeship of which the successful candidate will be awarded the Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship There is scope for either the riding or non-riding pathway to be chosen and this will be discussed at interview. Enrolling on to an 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

Training Outcome:

The opportunity to progress on to the Level 3 Senior Equine Groom advanced apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Established in 2011, Racehorse Relief is the only accredited racehorse rehoming centre in the Southwest, we are set on a 60 acre farm with a variety of rehabilitation and retraining facilities to aid a thoroughbred's journey off the track and into ridden life. Each horse receives a unique, tailored plan to ensure they can reach their full potential in their new homes - this may be eventing, showjumping, dressage or happy hacking. We pride ourselves in matching the right horse to the right rider, rehoming our horses on a permanent loan basis to ensure lifelong security and care. We have a strong and friendly team that works together to help these former racehorses with life after their career and are keen to welcome another person onto the yard to help us complete this important work whilst learning more about the rehabilitation and retraining process.

Working Hours :
Exact shifts TBC. Will include one day a weekend.

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