A fantastic opportunity for a Senior Equine Groom apprentice, to join our team of staff on the riding school and complete daily equine husbandry tasks. Please note as this is a level 3, the successful candidate MUST already hold a level 2 in equine or extensive equine experience.
The role includes general stable duties such as:
* Feeding and watering
* Bring in/turn out
* Grooming and tacking up
* Mucking out
* Assisting with lessons
* Possible opportunities to teach
Desired skills and Qualities
* Previous experience with horses is essential and must be given in detail on application
* Good communication skills
* Time management skills
* Hard working
* Reliable
* Team player
Desired qualifications
* GCSEs or equivalents in English and maths are desired but not essential
* Level 2 Equine, BHS Stages or equivalent are desired so please list ALL qualifications on application
* Applicants must not already hold a Level 3 Equine qualification
Future prospects
* To become a permanent member of the senior team on completion of the apprenticeship for the right candidates.
Training
* Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
* The applicant will be working towards a level 3 Senior 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
* Strong applicants with experience but without BHS Stages or equivalent may be considered.
* KEITS reserves the right to close this vacancy early if required.
* KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Expected hours: 42.5 per week
Work Location: In person