Equine Apprentice
(Merstone Farm Liveries)

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 managerial role in the equestrian 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

Desired skills and qualities 

• Previous experience working with horses is DESIRABLE, this is a small and busy yard. Applicants who give examples of prior equine experience on application will be preferred.
• 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
• Possibility for continuing onto a level 3 advanced apprenticeship once completed.

Future prospects

• Future full time employment may be available for the right candidate.
• This apprenticeship is perfect for those looking to be yard managers, equine grooms, professional riders or start a career with horses.

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.

Things to consider

• KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
• Lovely friendly and welcoming team!
• To be eligible for an apprenticeship you must be over 16 and have been a UK resident for over 3 years.