Equine Groom Apprentice

Woodward Equestrian is seeking a dedicated Equine Groom Apprentice either level 2 or level 3 to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for horses, who wants to learn from industry professionals and gain hands-on experience in horse welfare, training, and performance.

The successful apprentice will be involved in:

Daily Yard work, including mucking out, grooming and tacking up Assisting with horse welfare and training routines Supporting the exercise and conditioning of competition horses Helping with competition preparation and logistics General yard management and horse care

Training:

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 Outcome:
Level 2 - Can Progress into Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship Level 3 - Employment opportunity for the right person

Employer Description:
Woodward Equestrian, led by David Woodward, is a professional equestrian yard offering high-quality horse care and training. The team is passionate about developing horses and riders to their full potential and provides a supportive environment for apprentices looking to build a career in the equine industry.

Working Hours :
Working 5 days per week, 07:45 to 17:00, with 1 hour lunch break. Have to be flexible - From March to October, horses may leave the yard early or return late, and assistance may be required, though this will vary.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness,Passion for Horse Care