Equine Groom Apprentice
(Kingsmead Equestrian Centre)

We are looking for a new apprentice for this exciting opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team learning all the skills you require for a full career in the equine industry.

Duties to include, but not limited to;

• Turning out and bringing in
• Mucking out
• Feeding, watering and haying
• Grooming
• Clipping and trimming
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the yard at all times
• Bandaging
• Tacking up
• Lunging/ long reining
• Treating minor wounds and assisting with vet, physio, dentist and farrier visits.
• Assisting with events at Kingsmead
• Assisting with lessons

Desired skills and qualities

• Horse handling experience (details of which must be shown on your application)
• Team work
• Committed and reliable
• Enthusiasm

Desired qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent, Grade C/4 or above in maths and English preferred but not essential
• Applicants should not already hold a Level 2 Equine qualification

Future prospects

• The opportunity for employment or to move onto a Level 3 Senior Groom Apprenticeship for the right candidate should the position be available.

Training

• Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment. The applicant will be working towards 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.

Things to consider

• Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
• The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship Standard
• 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