Level 2 Yard based equine apprenticeship Hill Green Farm Livery

At Hill Green Farm Livery we offer a range of livery services as well as having breeding and competition horses. We are looking for a new member (level 2 or 3) to join our small friendly team. Full description below.

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

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Closing date: today

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

    8.00am - 5.30pm (flexible) days including some Saturdays.

    Total hours per week: 40.00

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    05 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000120003

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

At Hill Green Farm Livery we offer a range of livery services as well as having breeding and competition horses. We are a small team offering a friendly and high quality service to all our clients and horses and believe in supporting each other in order to improve and progress.

The position is for a non-ridden apprentice who is looking to step into the equine industry and develop their knowledge and understanding of running and managing a yard of horses and has an open and willing attitude to learn.

The role involves general yard and grooming duties including, but not limited to:

  • Mucking out
  • Turning out and bringing in
  • Rug changes
  • Grooming

You will be fully supported in your apprenticeship by a knowledgeable and experienced team therefore prior experience is not essential.

We are situated in a small village and so the ability to drive or have a method of getting here is vital.

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

Full training through the Equine Apprenticeship supported by Haddon Training.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 Senior Equine Groom apprenticeship or a permanent position.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Team working, Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

No accommodation on site.

About the employer

Hill Green Farm Livery we offer a range of livery services as well as having breeding and competition horses.

Employer

Hill Green Farm Livery

Address

Hill Green Farm Livery & Stud

Tring

Hertfordshire

HP23 6HD

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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: today