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Equine Groom and Rider Apprentice

KEITS Training Services Ltd • Level 2 • Waltham Abbey, England, United Kingdom • 1m ago

We are recruiting for an enthusiastic and committed individual looking to develop their skills in horse care. Working alongside our current team handling, caring and riding for sales livery, riding school and livery horses. The successful candidate will undertake the usual duties from day to day with the opportunity to attend shows.

This applicant will be working with WORLD CLASS, top showjumping horses so MUST be confident around all equines including lively young and fit horses. Be ready for a successful career within the industry!

Duties to include but not limited to:

Mucking out
Yard duties
Turning out
Tacking up
Assisting at competitions
Feeding
Handling and care of competition horses
Helping with Livery clients/ horses
Assisting with the Stallion

Desired Skills and Qualities

Previous equine experience including good riding skill. Details to be shown on application
Hardworking
Committed
Reliable

Desired Qualifications

Applicants must not already hold a level 2 or higher in horse care.
GCSE math and English grade C/4 or equivalent desirable but not essential.

Future Progression

Progression on to level 3 senior equine groom or full employment if a position is available.

Training

Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
The applicant will be working towards 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.

Things to consider

KEITS reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised if required.
This role is working with fit and lively horses, so the successful applicant must be confident around these types of horses.
If you would like to read more about the course content, please follow this link https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/equine-groom-v1-0
To apply please complete the application form. You may not hear about your application until after the closing date.
Located within Epping Forest itself, this quiet secluded spot gives instant access to an expansive off road hacking network of bridleways, surfaced tracks and natural forest rides.
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Job Type: Apprenticeship

Pay: From £6.40 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

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