Equine Groom Apprentice

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual looking to develop their skills in horse care. You will work alongside our Yard Manager to care for our 8 therapy horses. In addition to the standard Equine Groom apprenticeship training the successful applicant will have the opportunity to receive training in horse behaviour and psychology from our team of respected equine behaviour specialists. There will also be the opportunity to help run equine assisted learning and therapy programmes and to receive comprehensive training in this field.

This could be a fantastic opportunity for somebody who is wanting to further their career within the equine industry especially for someone looking to explore a career in equine behaviour and / or equine assisted therapy.

Yard Duties will include:

- Mucking out stables
- Turning out and bringing in horses
- Feeding, watering and haying
- Grooming
- Clipping and trimming
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the yard at all times
- Bandaging
- Tacking up
- Lunging/long reining
- Riding opportunities if wanted

Hours:
9 - 2pm Monday - Friday

3 days per week the hours will be 9 - 2pm with a 30minute lunch break

2 days per week the hours will be 9 - 5pm with a 1 hour lunch break

Total weekly hours = 31

There may be a requirement to be flexible on days worked and occasionally work on a weekend day instead of a week day. The total hours worked in a week will never exceed 31.

**Desired skills**
- Committed to learning is the number one skills required
- Hardworking and not afraid of physical work
- Must be able to be self motivated, work alone at times and as part of a team

**Personal qualities**
- Committed to learning
- Reliable
- Team player
- Good communication
- Friendly

**Desired qualifications**
- No previous qualifications necessary, the priority for the placement is to offer it to someone with a real drive to work in the equestrian industry

**Future prospects**

**Things to consider**
- Our site is accessible for people living in London. We have a friendly and welcoming staff team with a huge range of experience in different areas. Everyone’s skills are valued here and we invest heavily in training and learning from one another
- KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise
- Due to the popularity of our apprenticeships, you may not hear if you have been unsuccessful

**Job Types**: Full-time, Apprenticeship

**Salary**: £5.28 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: equine groom Greengates Stables, Mays Lane, Barnet, EN5 2AQ