Equine Groom Apprentice
Longsight Stables
BLACKBURN, BB6 8AD
Closes in 4 days (Friday 20 September at 11:59pm)
Posted on 28 August 2024
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Summary
Longsight Stables in Langho are looking to recruit an Equine Apprentice to assist in the day-to-day running of their busy riding school and livery yard. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with a keen interest in horses and will provide you with the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills within the equine industry.
- Annual wage
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£11,398.40 to £20,374.64 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Minimum wage £6.40 per hour.
- Training course
- Equine groom (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday – Thursday, 10am - 6.00pm (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, 9.00am - 4.00pm (45mins lunch).
34 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Friday 1 November
- Duration
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1 Year 6 Months
- Positions available
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1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- Mucking out
- Grooming/bathing
- Cleaning tack
- Turning out/bringing in
- Some riding will be required
- General yard duties
- Leading/assisting with lessons
Where you’ll work
CUNLIFFE HOUSE FARM
LONGSIGHT ROAD
LANGHO
BLACKBURN
BB6 8AD
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE
Your training course
Equine groom (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
- Training will be provided both in the workplace and through day-release at Myerscough College where you will work towards a Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship Standard
The end-point assessment will contain 3 components:
- Knowledge Test (50 multiple choice questions lasting 75 mins). Minimum 70% pass mark to progress to other elements of End Point Assessment
- Practical observation (Approx. 5 hours). Assessor will observe apprentice carrying out day-to-day role in workplace, asking questions where necessary
- Professional Discussion (lasting 60 - 75 min) Based around portfolio
- There will be 2 levels of achievement: Pass & Distinction
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- 2 other subjects (grade 2-9/E-A*)
- English (grade 2-9/E-A*)
- Maths (grade 2-9/E-A*)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Confident around horses
- Good initiative
Other requirements
You will be expected to work outdoors in all weather conditions To ensure your application has the best chance of being considered for the vacancy you must provide information on all qualifications undertaken stating highest grades achieved in every subject, paying particular attention to maths and English. Along with this you need to state any previous work experience.
About this company
Longsight Stables is a family run riding school and livery yard located in the Ribble Valley. We offer lessons for all abilities alongside our popular ‘Own a pony’ days.
After this apprenticeship
- Progression on to level 3
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE
Employer Services
employerenquiries@myerscough.ac.uk
01995642222
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000273417.
Apply now
Closes in 4 days (Friday 20 September at 11:59pm)
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