Equine Groom Apprentice

Premier livery yard in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire and aims to provide a business-like approach to livery, balanced with an informal and caring atmosphere on the yard. It offers five-star accommodation with purpose built stables, fantastic facilities and dedicated care for liveries and their horses.We are looking for a reliable, hardworking, flexible, trustworthy, friendly apprentice with some previous equine experience and horse handling who is willing to work as a team player. Be prepared to work in all weathers to join our fun and experienced team. The Moats Way team are all ready to pass on their knowledge and experience to help you gain this work-based qualification.

Duties will include but not limited to;
- Mucking out
- Turning out and catching in
- Feeding and watering
- Exercising horses

**Desired Skills and Qualities**
- Reliable
- Hardworking
- Flexible
- Trustworthy
- Friendly apprentice
- Some previous equine experience and horse handling

**Desired Qualifications**
- Maths and English GCSE C/4 or above desired but not essential.
- Must not already hold a level 2 or higher in Horse Care.

**Future Prospects**

**Training and things to consider**
- Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
- The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 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.
- We are not on a bus route so reliable transport is very important.

**Job Type**: Apprenticeship

Pay: From £6.40 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Equine Groom Apprentice