Equine Groom Apprentice - Breeding and Eventing
Aston Mullins Stud · Ford
Aston Mullins Stud are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company who will give the successful candidate the support and platform to develop their skills and launch a career in the equine sector.
£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Equine groom (level 2)
Shifts are to be discussed with the employer.
40 hours a week
This is a great opportunity for Equine Apprentice to get stuck in with the daily running of the stud, including, but not limited to:
Mucking out
Turning out/bringing in
Tacking up and tack cleaning
Feeding and filling hay nets
Clipping/pulling/plaiting/trimming
Bathing and rug changing
First aid
Exercising horses from the ground (lunging, horse walker, long reining, pessoa training etc.)
Holding for vet/farrier/dentist
Where you'll work
ASTON MULLINS FARM
FORD
BUCKS
HP17 8XG
All training will take place at the employer's premises, with the support of the employer, and will be carried out by Haddon Training
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Previous experience working with horses is essential. Candidates must be 18 or over (due to insurance purposes), and ideally have their own car as location is very rural, hardworking and keen to succeed in the equine industry. A good sense of humour is a must! Accommodation is available if required.
Skills required
Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness
Qualifications required
GCSE in: English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4)
Training you'll get
All training will take place at the employer's premises, with the support of the employer, and will be carried out by Haddon Training
Future prospects
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company who will give the successful candidate the support and platform to develop their skills and launch a career in the equine sector.
The essentials
Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.
Training provider
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
