Halefield Stud - Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship - Peterborough
| Posting date: | 01 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £7.55 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 May 2025 |
| Location: | Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE8 5EG |
| Company: | GetMyFirstJob Ltd |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | 259388 |
Summary
Matt Lanni is one of the most highly qualified coaches in British Showjumping, and the owner of Halefield Stud. Based in Peterborough, PE8 5EG the successful candidate will be working on an exceptional yard with an array of excellent faciities. In return, the successful apprentice will be experienced with horses, a confident rider and ready to undertake a Level 3 Senior Equine Groom role. Level 2 will also be considered.
Onsite facilities include:
Indoor and Outdoor Stables
Outdoor Arena
Grass Gallops
Horse Walker
Competition and Sales Livery
The right candidate will be invited to groom at shows and be able to ride as part of their qualification.
The role will include:
Turning out and bringing in
Mucking out
Dealing with livery clients
Feeding, watering and haying
Grooming
Clipping and trimming
Maintaining the cleanliness of the yard at all times
Bandaging
Tacking up
Lunging/long rein
Riding/hacking
Attending shows/events
You must be a UK resident or have lived in the EU for 3 years or more to apply for this role. If you have a Level 3 Equine qualification already you are unable to apply for this programme.
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.
Qualifications required
A GCSE or equivalent pass in English and maths is beneficial but not essential. If you do not have passes, we will support you in achieving your Functional Skills English and maths qualifications alongside your apprenticeship.
Skills required
Experience working with and handling horses
Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, a full time role may be offered.
Qualification / Standard : ST0166 Equine groom
Duration 15 months
Onsite facilities include:
Indoor and Outdoor Stables
Outdoor Arena
Grass Gallops
Horse Walker
Competition and Sales Livery
The right candidate will be invited to groom at shows and be able to ride as part of their qualification.
The role will include:
Turning out and bringing in
Mucking out
Dealing with livery clients
Feeding, watering and haying
Grooming
Clipping and trimming
Maintaining the cleanliness of the yard at all times
Bandaging
Tacking up
Lunging/long rein
Riding/hacking
Attending shows/events
You must be a UK resident or have lived in the EU for 3 years or more to apply for this role. If you have a Level 3 Equine qualification already you are unable to apply for this programme.
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.
Qualifications required
A GCSE or equivalent pass in English and maths is beneficial but not essential. If you do not have passes, we will support you in achieving your Functional Skills English and maths qualifications alongside your apprenticeship.
Skills required
Experience working with and handling horses
Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, a full time role may be offered.
Qualification / Standard : ST0166 Equine groom
Duration 15 months