Equine Groom Apprentice
(Stag Lodge Stables)

This role will be working on our Livery Yard as a Groom. Reporting into the Livery Yard Manager, this role will support in the day-to-day running of the yard.

The job is varied and the possibilities are endless. It doesn’t matter too much if you cannot ride well, we will teach you, however some horse handling experience is essential.

A few of the daily duties:

• Mucking out
• Tacking up
• Grooming
• Turning out / bringing in
• Excising ponies
• The apprentice will take part in training rides that the riding school side of the business plan throughout the week. The apprentice may also be asked at times (when the riding school is at its busiest) to help with bringing horses in/out for lessons and leading younger riders in group lessons.

Desired skills and qualities 

• Some horse handling experience must be shown at application
• You must be prepared for physical work in all weather
• A happy smiley disposition is vital
• You should also be hard working, reliable, enthusiastic and get on with all sorts of people

Desired qualifications

• Maths and English grade C or 4 at GCSE or equivalent is desired but not essential
• Applicants must not already hold a level 2 or higher in horse care

Future prospects

• Progression onto a senior equine groom apprenticeship for the right applicant and future employment
• We have apprentices who has been with us for many years.

Things to consider

• KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise
• There is no live in accommodation so applicants will need to be able to travel to and from the yard for work
• This is a very active role and involves a lot of physical work.
• We have several apprentices already working at Stag Lodge Stables so you will be in good company! With over 70 horses and ponies we have great riding opportunities as part of your training – whether you have ridden a lot previously or have very little riding experience. For the right person, this role will allow you to learn and become skilled in an exciting area of our business.

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 or higher.
• The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.