Apprentice Groom DOWNGATE FARM LLP
We are looking for an apprentice to assist in our 5-star family run Livery Yard. This will involve the general care of horses. The duties will also include cleaning and maintaining the stables and equipment. It is a friendly working environment, and you will have the opportunity to learn a great deal and work alongside lovely horses and people.
Closing date: 09 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40 to £21,673.60
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 per week with one of these days at college. The exact days and timings will depend on what we feel works, but this may include weekends. The apprenticeship can be very flexible in relation to working patterns. 30-40 hours per week.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
15 Months
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Possible start date
10 Oct 2023
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Date posted
27 Jul 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000186482
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
The apprentice will undertake general stable duties which include:
- Mucking out of horses' stables
- The general care of the horses
- The maintenance of tack and equipment related to horses
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
The apprentice will receive a Level 2 Equine Groom apprenticeship qualification, which will include:
- Yard & Field Routines & Duties
- Horse Anatomy, Physiology & Welfare
- Horse Handling Care & Welfare
- Saddlery & Equipment
- Travelling Horses
- Non-Ridden Exercise
- Riding / Non-riding (can choose either pathway)
- English and maths: Apprentices without level 2 English and maths must achieve level 1 and take the test for level 2 before taking the end-point assessment.
Training at Plumpton College will be one day per week during term time.
You will achieve an intermediate apprenticeship upon successful completion of your end point assessment.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
The apprenticeship will give you the skills and experience to work independently in the industry, and secure employment at various stables and work with horses.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
DOWNGATE FARM LLP
https://www.downgatefarm.co.uk/
Address
DOWNGATE FARM
PUNNETTS TOWN
HEATHFIELD
TN21 9PD
Contact
Cindy Llewellyn
07860289233
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Equine groom
Level 2 (GCSE)
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