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Equine Groom Apprentice
(Woodruffe Stables)

Location:

Surrey KT18 6BH,

Course level:

Level 2

Course Duration:

16 months

Application Deadline Date:

22.9.26

Weekly Hours:

38.75 hours. Hours and days to be discussed at interview. 8am-5pm 15 minute morning tea break 1 hour for lunch

Salary:

Apprenticeship Wage

Positions:

1

Accommodation:

Accommodation provided if required – shared staff house
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About this opportunity:

Woodruffe is a busy family run livery yard in Epsom , close to Epsom Downs. We have great facilities and horses on the main yard. We have had a number of apprentices over the past 5 years . This is a great opportunity to learn about horses on a busy and very friendly yard. You will be part of a friendly and integrated team and your work will be overseen by the Yard manager and Head Girl and you will work alongside other staff in the team .

Livery yard based on Epsom Downs. Range of horses from young horses starting ridden careers to re Happy hackers, eventers, dressage horses right up to international level. Lovely longstanding team.

Would consider 4 or 5 day week, and live in on site is available. Regular clinics and a few small show

Duties to include but not limited to:

  • Turning in and out of horses
  • Morning muck outs (changing for summer routines)
  • Grooming
  • Field chores
  • Yard chores
  • Tack cleaning
  • Clipping
  • Farrier
  • Opportunities to get involved with plaiting, clipping, show prep etc
  • Non ridden route only though some exercising available for the right person
  • Plenty of time given to study and ask questions

Desired skills

  • Previous horse handling experience a must and details must be shown on application.
  • Good communication skills are needed

Personal qualities

  • Hardworking
  • Dedicated
  • Driven
  • Friendly
  • Energetic
  • Reliable
  • Ambitious
  • Motivated
  • Flexible

Desired qualifications

  • GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent in Maths and English desired but not essential.
  • Applicants must not already hold a level 2 or higher in Horse Care.
  • Driving licence ideal for location but bus stop outside so not an issue

Future prospects

  • On completion you will have all the skills required for a full time position in the equine industry.
  • Yard Manager / Equine Groom
  • Gain qualifications, attend shows and gain riding experience
  • Potential future employment may be a possibility for the right candidate
  • Multiple apprentices in the past – One is still working with us as a senior groom 5 years on

Things to consider

  • KEITS reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised if required.
  • Excellent Working Conditions. Professional, fun environment.
  • If you would like to read more about the course content, please follow this link https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/equine-groom-v1-0
  • To apply please complete the application form. You may not hear about your application until after the closing date.

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.

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