Apprentice Equine Groom (David Britnell Eventing) David Britnell Eventing

We are looking for a permanent, full time, live in apprentice groom to work alongside our current “Dream Team”. You are welcome to bring your own horse to be stabled here too. You will be required to work as part of our team; responsible for the day to day care & maintenance of the horses

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

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Closing date: 05 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    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

    40 hours. 7:30am-5pm 5 days per week. 15 minute tea break after morning muck out 45 minute lunch break. Weekend work will be required.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    16 Months

  • Possible start date

    11 Dec 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000201004

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Work as part of our team; responsible for the day to day care & maintenance of the horses.
  • Carry out all normal yard duties to an industry standard; mucking out, feeding, grooming, tacking up and tack cleaning.
  • Carry out show prep including plating, clipping/trimming and washing off.
  • Assist with the movement of horses either turning out and bringing in or loading/unloading.
  • There will be opportunities to ride & travel for the right candidate.

The training you will be getting

  • Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
  • The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship
  • The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Ideally the employer would like to keep someone on and watch them further their skills and develop in this team to a specialist area.
  • A career with horses.
  • Yard Manager/Groom

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment. This is a live in position Fantastic off road hacking Training with 5* event rider Business training from yard manager (previous job in marketing and running her own business) Weekly team evenings/ dinner with us Like minded, fun and enthusiastic team Bring your own horse! The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.

About the employer

David Britnell is a 5* International Event Rider and BHS Accredited Professional Coach specialising in the backing of young horses and producing through the levels of eventing to 5*. Based just outside Cambridge on our beautiful 26 box yard with 50 acres including 2 arenas, grass canter track and xc training fields with water complex we are set up perfectly for training our event horses. As well as the event horses we also offer luxury full livery.

Employer

David Britnell Eventing

Address

BIRDS PASTURE FARM

DRY DRAYTON

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

CB23 8BE

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Training

Training provider

KEITS TRAINING SERVICES LTD

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Equine groom

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 05 Dec 2023