Apprentice Equine Groom

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