Equine Apprentice for East Anglia's premier equestrian centre

Harling Wood Stud

Thetford (IP24 2RU)

Closes in 17 days (Friday 30 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 12 January 2026

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Summary

Harling Wood Stud in Thetford are looking for a new member of staff to add to their team, boasting some of the finest facilities along with first class service in their livery and equestrian wellness centre. You would be working with top-class competition horses and ones needing rehabilitation.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Equine groom (level 2)
Hours
5 Days to include 1 weekend day per week, split shifts 7.30am to 12.30pm and then 2.30pm to 5.30pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 2 February 2026

Duration

1 year

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

All general yard duties include: 

  • Mucking out
  • Turning out and bringing in
  • Field maintenance
  • Grooming, tacking up
  • Possibility of riding for the right candidate

Where you'll work

Harling Wood Stud
Brettenham Road, Shadwell
Thetford
IP24 2RU

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

HADDON TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Equine groom (level 2)

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Training schedule

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

More training information

  • A Level 2 certificate will be awarded on successful completion of your apprenticeship
  • All training will take place within the workplace
  • Your dedicated trainer coach will visit you at work every 4 weeks 

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness
  • passion for horses

Other requirements

There is no accommodation available with this role so you will need to be able to get yourself to and from work at the required times. 

This position would suit a confident rider who is able to school and jump livery horses of varying ages, heights and breeds.

About this employer

Boasting some of the finest facilities along with beautiful surroundings and top trainers, Harling Wood Stud offers a first class service along with an equestrian wellness centre and the very best in training for both horse & rider. We offer a range of services and clinics for you and your horse including the recent launch of our new Park&Ride service. Sustainability: Our ethos is to ensure we live in harmony with our environment and in a sustainable way. Learn More Our Team

https://www.harlingwoodstud.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Progression to Level 3 senior groom 
  • Possibility of permanent position on completion of apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HADDON TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000008203.

Apply now

Closes in 17 days (Friday 30 January 2026 at 11:59pm)