Apprenticeship in Horse Care – Equine Groom Level 2 KAREN BASSETT

Day to day horse care including the routine care and condition of the horses, preparing them for competition or riding, health care and treatment, exercising, grooming, trimming and travelling.

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

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Closing date: 30 Sep 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80

    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

    30 hours per week to be arranged with the employer.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    07 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    22 Aug 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000193292

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include all aspects of horse care e.g.

  • Grooming
  • Mucking out
  • Trimming
  • Plaiting
  • Lunging
  • Health care
  • Travelling
  • Feeding
  • Grooming at competitions / riding

Joining an SCT Apprenticeship programme is a serious commitment. To achieve the qualification and be successful in your job you will need to be hard working, prepared to work outdoors in all weather and often at weekends, We do everything we can to help you achieve, but we also expect some things from you, to:-

  • Always try your best

·  Adhere to the Prevent Duty – promote British values: the rule of law, democracy and tolerance and mutual respect for others at all times, and keep yourself safe from extremism

·  Be committed to improving your English and Maths skills and using them at work

·  Complete the SCT Online Learning by the target dates

·  Attend work and all off-the-job training sessions punctually and reliably

·  Be polite, tidy, professional, organised and cheerful

·  Keep your Skillscheck at work and updated - allow time every week for this

·  Complete work set in your Action Plans by the target dates

·  Follow instructions

·  Work safely, including on the internet

·  Always ask if you are not sure about anything

Please see the website for more information www.stubbingcourttraining.com

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

  • Equine Groom Qualification – Level 2
  • Vast majority of training will take place at the yard.  In addition, this will include masterclass sessions, seminars, SCT Online Learning Programme. You will also be visited by a SCT Coach at least once a month.
  • Functional skills if required

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Progression from Level 2 to Level 3.

The qualifications and experience gained upon successful completion of this apprenticeship will allow you to apply for further roles within this sector. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Number skills, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 1-9) Desired

About the employer

Our Horse Drawn Hearse business, established in 2003, specialises in traditional horse drawn funerals for hire to funeral directors and private individuals. We usually use a pair of horses to pull the hearses, but specialise in teams of 4 or 6 horses. We try to meet whatever special requirements our clients.

Employer

KAREN BASSETT

Address

HUNCIECROFT FARM

HUNCIECROFT

HOLBECK

S80 3ND

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Training

Training provider

STUBBING COURT TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Kelly Salt

info@stubbingcourttraining.com

01246 566193

Apprenticeship standard

Equine groom

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please complete the application form and applicant agreement form that are located within the apply online section and send to info@stubbingcourttraining.com along with either a copy of your passport, driving licence or birth certificate.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 30 Sep 2023