Equine Groom Apprentice (Andrew James Eventing) ANDREW JAMES EVENTING LTD

Andrew James Eventing Ltd are looking to take on a Equine Groom Apprentice where you will be working at an international event yard with horses ranging from 3 years old to 5* event horses. Jobs will include all yard duties, riding and event opportunities and the chance to bring your own horse!

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

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Closing date: 06 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    £5.28 per hour

  • Working week

    Days and shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    16 Months

  • Possible start date

    21 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    13 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000154046

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Turning out and bringing in
  • Mucking out
  • Feeding, watering and haying
  • Grooming
  • Clipping and trimming
  • Maintaining the cleanliness of the yard at all times
  • Bandaging
  • Tacking up
  • Lungeing/long rein
  • Riding/hacking
  • Attending shows/events

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

  • The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship Standard
  • Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment
  • 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?

Could progress to:

  • Yard Groom
  • Yard Manager
  • Event Rider

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness, Horse Riding, Horse Handling

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

There is a mobile home on site so we can offer accommodation! You can bring your horse for free and receive lessons! Great training offered. Lots of cake! Travel and attending top competitions. KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.

About the employer

This is a vacancy at an International event yard with horses ranging from 3 years old to 5* event horses. Andrew is a top event rider with a lovely string of horses with his top horse aiming for Badminton 2023.

Employer

ANDREW JAMES EVENTING LTD

Address

ORCHARD FARM

BEDFORD ROAD

NORTHILL

SG18 9AN

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Training

Training provider

KEITS TRAINING SERVICES LTD

Apprenticeship standard

Equine groom

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 06 Jun 2023