Equine Groom Apprentice; Apprenticeship

Overview

We are a busy, fun, friendly and family orientated riding school, just outside Newbury. There will be plenty of opportunities to progress and develop skills, both in riding, yard work and handling horses.

Daily jobs will include mucking out, turn in/out, tacking up and general daily care of our lovely well mannered horses.

• GCSE Level 4/ Grade C in Maths and English or equivalent.
• NVQ and BHS qualifications available to work toward.
• Must be able to work towards Level 1 or higher in Functional Skills Maths and English if not yet achieved (contact Haddon Training to discuss).

• Ideally you will have had some experience with horses. Catch, lead and tack up, muck out.
• Can-do attitude and high energy.
• Willingness to learn and develop is essential.
• Enthusiastic and committed to doing the job required first and foremost.
• Ability to work individually and with others.
• Physical: you are on your feet all day.

Riding preferred but not essential. There will be plenty of riding available on a wide range of horses for any ability. There is a chance to compete in, in house competitions and to go out off site in the lorry schooling / competing for the right individual.

All training will be provided on site during your paid working hours. Your day to day mentoring will be with your employer, and a combination of online and in person monthly sessions will be held with your Haddon Training Trainer Coach.

Weds through Sunday (5 days) Monday & Tuesday OFF. 40 hour week:
Weds - Fri 9am-6.30pm, Sat & Sun 7am-4.30pm

Single occupancy accommodation available (Mobile home). No dogs or pets. Livery for own horse available.

BHS exams, competing, teaching etc. It depends on what you are interested in and how we can support you to meet your goals.

Qualification / Standard : ST0166 Equine groom. Duration 12 months.