Apprentice Groom - Natural Horsemanship, Western and Classical Dressage.

Naturally Light Equitation is a livery yard caring for horses of all kinds on full livery packages. They also teach natural horsemanship and Classical Dressage, holding clinics throughout the year.

The right person will be fun, willing to learn and want to progress their knowledge about horses.

The key responsibilities are:

Caring for the livery and the owners horses Mucking out Muck picking Handling

The perks of the job will be learning natural horsemanship, classical riding, in hand and lunging and liberty. Also, being able to watch and learn from the clinics held.

The most important values they are looking for are:

Honesty Reliability A keen outlook on all horse duties Not be afraid to get your hands dirty

There may be some riding opportunities for the right person, but the role is mostly non-ridden. That will depend on the individual and their riding experience.

Training:
A level 2 certificate will be awarded on successful completion of the apprenticeship All training will take place within the workplace Your dedicated trainer and coach will visit every month

Training Outcome:

To be able to become a freelance groom or to progress onto further training with the business for the right candidate.

Employer Description:
Andy has had the opportunity to help people with their own horses, people who struggle with confidence and those wishing to create a a better relationship / partnership with their horses. Andy uses a combination of strategies and techniques from Natural Horsemanship and Classical Dressage. Understanding how horses think is the biggest part of how to help them with our domesticated world. Andy has a passion for making horses as happy as possible and that includes the products, saddlery and horse-ware he uses.

Working Hours :
Hours are 30 per week over 4 days, some weekend work may be possible. Exact days and times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness