Equine Groom Apprentice - London, United Kingdom - KEITS Training Services Ltd

KEITS Training Services Ltd

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

This is a practical job and you will gain more experience in 3 months than you would in a year at college.

You will get riding lessons in the arena and Richmond Park so if you enjoy riding or you really want to learn to ride this is a dream job A very prestigious BHS approved riding school based by Richmond Park in London.

We ae very busy pony club centre. We have been national champions in our time and we like to compete as much as we can.

We have between 60 and 70 horses and ponies ranging for a family of Shetlands to some 16.2 hand hunters.

This role will be working on our Livery Yard as a Groom. Reporting into the Livery Yard Manager, this role will support in the day-to-day running of the yard.

The job is varied and the possibilities are endless.

It doesn't matter too much if you cannot ride well, we will teach you, however some horse handling experience is essential.

A few of the daily duties:

Mucking out
Tacking up
Grooming
Turning out / bringing in
Excising ponies
The apprentice will take part in training rides that the riding school side of the business plan throughout the week. The apprentice may also be asked at times (when the riding school is at its busiest) to help with bringing horses in/out for lessons and leading younger riders in group lessons.

Desired skills

You must be prepared for physical work in all weather

Personal qualities

A happy smiley disposition is vital
You should also be hard working, reliable, enthusiastic and get on with all sorts of people

Desired qualifications

Maths and English at GCSE or equivalent is desired but not essential
Applicants must not already hold a level 2 or higher in horse care

Future prospects

Progression onto a senior equine groom apprenticeship for the right applicant and future employment
We have one learner who has been with us over 3.5 years and is now working toward her BHS Stage 3.

Things to consider

KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise
There is no live in accommodation so applicants will need to be able to travel to and from the yard for work
This is a very active role and involves a lot of physical work.
We have several apprentices already working here so you will be in good company With over 70 horses and ponies we have great riding opportunities as part of your training whether you have ridden a lot previously or have very little riding experience. For the right person, this role will allow you to learn and become skilled in an exciting area of our business.

Training

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 or higher.
The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.

Job Type:
Apprenticeship

Salary:
£7.00 per hour

Schedule: