Equine Groom Apprentice
(Diamond Dressage)

Duties include:

• Routine yard and field duties, mucking out, poo-picking, watering, feeding, tidying, cleaning.
• Handling horses: turning out and bringing in from the fields, taking on and off the horse walker, washing off, grooming, tacking up.
• Handling tack and equipment, rugging up, cleaning tack.
• Assisting, as required, during sports science specialists’ visits eg vet, farrier, physio & dentist.
• Assisting with competition preparation and travelling.
• Occasional competition and training groom.
• Option to hack (depending on ability).

Desired Skills & Qualities

• Kind & caring.
• Conscientious & dedicated.
• Honest & reliable.
• Loyal & trustworthy.
• Punctual and good time keeping.
• Self-motivated, able to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Positive & enthusiastic

Qualifications:

• Applicants must not already hold a level 2 or higher in Horse Care to be eligible for a level 2 apprenticeship

Future Prospects:

• Groom at competitions.
• Potential future employment for the right candidate.
• Head of yard.

Training:

• Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
• The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship
• The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.
• The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship.

Thing to Consider:

• KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
• The apprentice will be working to build a portfolio of evidence and will be required to pass a knowledge test and an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete the apprenticeship.
• Own horse welcome, on 5 day livery fee.
• No accommodation for apprentice available.
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