Equine Groom Apprentice
(Dulwich Riding School)

This Equine Groom Apprenticeship position is open to someone who is passionate about the highest care of horses, good at working in a team and who would like to learn more about the equine industry.

Jobs to include but not limited to:

• Feeding horses & providing water
• Organise schedule for the day
• Turn out & muck out
• Grooming & tacking up
• Washing off
• Tack cleaning
• Making feeds & hay nets
• Washing saddle pads,
• Leading & teaching
• Sweeping & tidying yard
• Riding opportunities if the apprentice wants to

Desired skills and qualities 

• Previous experience working with horses is beneficial
• Customer service skills are desired with good communication
• Reliable with good time management skills
• The applicant needs to work well within a team but also use their own initiative.
• A keen interest in horses is essential

Desired qualifications

• Applicants must not already hold a level 2 or higher in a horse care related qualification to be eligible and considered for this apprenticeship
• GCSEs, or equivalent, in maths and English are desirable

Future prospects

• Future full time employment may be available for the right candidate.
• The perfect apprenticeship for those looking to be yard managers, grooms, professional riders.

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.

Things to consider

• KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
• Accommodation is NOT supplied.
• Due to the popularity of our vacancies, you may not hear if you are unsuccessful.
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