Level 2 Equine Groom Apprentice - Home Farm Stables
ANTOINETTE MCKEOWEN · ANDOVER, SP10 2QH
Equine groom (level 2)
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is confident and competent around horses and has a genuine passion for riding and horse care. The successful candidate will gain practical experience while working towards their Equine Groom qualification as an apprentice.
The work
- Riding and exercising horses to a competent standard
- Feeding, Lunging
- Carrying out daily horse care routines
- Grooming, tacking up and turning horses in and out
- Assisting with exercise and fitness programmes
- Maintaining clean and tidy stables and yard areas
- Carrying out general yard duties
- Ensuring horses are cared for to a high standard
- Following health and safety procedures
- Working as part of the wider yard team
Training
- You will be working towards the Level 2 Equine apprenticeship qualification, and 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
Training provider: HADDON TRAINING LIMITED
What you come out with
On successful completion of the Level 2 Groom Apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress onto a level 3 qualification and/or move into full-time employment for the right candidate.
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Passion for Horses
Qualifications
- Desired · GCSE English 4 and Above
- Desired · GCSE Maths 4 and Above
Things to consider
There is no accommodation available so please make sure you can get there and back daily before applying.
The employer
Home Farm Stables is an established equestrian yard based in Penton Mewsey, near Andover, Hampshire.
The yard provides a hands-on environment for working with horses, with opportunities to develop practical skills in horse care, riding and exercise. Home Farm Stables has also hosted equestrian training and flatwork clinics, providing a professional environment for developing both horse and rider.
Workplace
- 48 SHEPHERDS ROW, ANDOVER, SP10 2QH