Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship Layham Hall
Layham Hall are looking for a senior equine groom to support the running of their dressage yard. You will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of 5* care of horses including physiotherapy and TRT method of horse handling. Due to the working hours (45 hours per week) required, this is only available to applicants that are 18 years or older.
Closing date: 11 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£12,355.20
Starting at apprenticeship minimum wage.
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
45 hours per week, 7am - 5pm with a 1-hour lunch break. Working 5 days a week on a rota basis (TBC).
Total hours per week: 45.0
(the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
15 Oct 2023
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Date posted
16 Aug 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000191617
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Layham Hall are looking to take on an apprentice equine groom. The are a top-class private dressage training stable. Head trainer is international Grand Prix rider/trainer.
You will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of 5* care of horses including physiotherapy and TRT method of horse handling.
Duties on the yard to include (but not be limited to):
- Mucking out
- Feeding
- Tacking up
- Turning out/bringing in
- Any other reasonable duties
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
You will be working towards the Level 3 Senior Equine Groom apprenticeship.
All training will be completed at the employer's premises with the employer and Haddon training.
You will need to be prepared to work towards level 2 in Functional Skills maths and/ or English if you have not already achieved a grade 4 or above in these subjects.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
There may be an opportunity to become head groom on the yard and also gain your HGV licence.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 4) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Senior equine groom
Level 3 (A level)
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