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Equine Groom Apprentice

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

We are looking for a new apprentice for this exciting opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team learning all the skills you require for a full career in the equine industry.

Duties to include, but not limited to;

Turning out and bringing in
Mucking out
Feeding, watering and haying
Grooming
Clipping and trimming
Maintaining the cleanliness of the yard at all times
Bandaging
Tacking up
Lunging/ long reining
Treating minor wounds and assisting with vet, physio, dentist and farrier visits.
Assisting with shows and events at Farleigh Court
Grooming at competitions

Desired skills and qualities

Horse handling experience (details of which must be shown on your application)
Team work
Committed and reliable
Enthusiasm

Desired qualifications

GCSE or equivalent, Grade C/4 or above in maths and English preferred but not essential
Applicants should not already hold a Level 2 Equine qualification

Future prospects

The opportunity for employment or to move onto a Level 3 Senior Groom Apprenticeship for the right candidate should the position be available.
Assist with the running of shows, events and clinics on site
Opportunity to groom at shows with yard owner

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.
The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship.

Things to consider

Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
This employer is not on a bus or public transport route so potential applicants will either need to drive or be dropped/collected from work each day.
The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship Standard
The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship
The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Pay: From £7.55 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

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