Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship Easton Farm Livery

Easton Farm are a mixed competition and livery yard based on the edge of the Marlborough Downs. They usually have about 20 horses of mixed abilities, from hacking to international level event horses.

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

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Closing date: 03 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    30-40 hours

    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

    5 Days a week, shift pattern to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40.00

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    05 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000119796

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Easton Farm is a busy, friendly yard with lots of opportunities to learn and develop. They are looking for someone who would like to learn, is reliable, has lots of energy and who is trustworthy. Attitude is very important!

You will need prior experience with horses and caring for them.

Duties will include:

  • Mucking out
  • Turning out / bringing in
  • Tack cleaning
  • Tacking up
  • Feeding
  • Filling hay nets
  • Clipping / pulling / plaiting / trimming if possible
  • Bathing
  • Rug changing
  • Riding
  • First aid
  • Exercising horses from the ground (lunging, long reining, pessoa training etc.)
  • Holding for vet / farrier / dentist

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

Apprenticeship supported by Haddon Training, along with maths and English functional skills if required.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possibility of progression to the level 3 Senior Equine Groom for the right candidate.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Team working, Physical fitness

Qualifications

Other Basic Maths (Grade n/a) Desired
Other Standard English (Grade n/a) Desired

Things to consider

We have no accommodation- so please be local and able to travel to the yard There is the possibility of livery dependent upon space.

About the employer

Easton Farm are a mixed competition and livery yard based on the edge of the Marlborough Downs. They usually have about 20 horses of mixed abilities from hacking to international level event horses.It is a busy, friendly yard with lots of opportunities to learn and develop

Employer

Easton Farm Livery

Address

Bishops Canning

Devizes

Wiltshire

SN10 2LR

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Training

Training provider

HADDON TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Equine groom

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 03 Apr 2023