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Senior Equine Groom Apprentice (Tunstall Forest Livery) MS S SHIMMONS

Tunstall is looking for a new apprentice who is keen and willing to develop their horse skills. You will not only be involved in daily yard management skills but also the training and exercising of competition and elite horses.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 06 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Days to be confirmed at interview.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    14 Dec 2022

  • Date posted

    24 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000100555

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The successful candidate will not only be involved in every day stable and livery management, but also the exercising of all types of horses.

Some duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Feeding and turning in/out of horses
  • Stable management and maintenance
  • Grooming and show preparation
  • Exercising, including hacking & schooling

Due to the level of horses at this yard, if applicants do not already hold a level 2 in equine care they will need to show a extensive prior knowledge and experience with horses in their application to be considered. A level 2 would also be considered. 

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • 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 3 Senior 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

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Future full-time employment at Tunstall will be available for the right candidate

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative, Previous Equine Experience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C or 4) Desired

Things to consider

KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.

About the employer

Based with an International Event rider this is a busy and successful livery yard. The livery yard is based in the heart of Suffolk where you will learn excellent stable management skills and horse skills.

Employer

MS S SHIMMONS

Address

SNAPE ROAD

TUNSTALL

WOODBRIDGE

IP12 2JY

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Training

Training provider

KEITS TRAINING SERVICES LTD

Contact

Heidi Clear and Bethany Wylie

recruit@keits.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Senior equine groom

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 06 Dec 2022