Equine Groom Apprentice - Top Class Dressage Yard
Judy Harvey Equestrian · Location to be confirmed
Equine groom (level 2)
International Dressage rider and judge Judy Harvey is looking for a new apprentice groom to join her team, you need to already have good basic equine experience and be confident handling big competition horses. This position would suit a young rider looking to start their career in dressage or event rider looking to improve their dressage.
The work
All general yard duties to include:
- Mucking out / keeping yard tidy
- Turning in and out / putting rugs on and off
- Grooming, tacking up and show prep
- Helping with the youngstock
- Opportunity to Groom at shows
- Plenty of training available
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 (including Functional Skills in English and maths if required)
- 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
Progression to the Level 3 Senior Groom and or possibility of full time employment.
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Passion to work with horses
Qualifications
- Desired · GCSE English 4
- Desired · GCSE Maths 4
Things to consider
Please Note:
- Livery for own horse available to the right candidate
- This location is not public transport accessible
The employer
Judy Harvey has a lifetime of experience in the world of Dressage, she can offer a fabulous yard, lovely accommodation, and a wealth of knowledge, she has had apprentices on her yard for the last 30 years and enjoys teaching passionate people her craft.