Apprenticeship in Horse Care – Equine Groom Level 2
THORNBERRY ANIMAL SANCTUARY
SHEFFIELD, S25 3SE
Closes in 31 days (Saturday 30 November)
Posted on 29 October 2024
Contents
Summary
Day to day horse care including the routine care and condition of the horses, preparing them for competition or riding, health care and treatment, exercising, grooming, trimming and travelling.
- Annual wage
- £9,984 a year
- Training course
- Equine groom (level 2)
- Hours
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Days and shifts to be arranged with the employer.
30 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Saturday 7 December
- Duration
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1 year 1 month
- 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
Duties will include all aspects of horse care e.g:
- Grooming
- Mucking out
- Trimming
- Plaiting
- Lunging
- Health care
- Travelling
- Feeding
- Grooming at competitions / riding
Joining an SCT Apprenticeship programme is a serious commitment. To achieve the qualification and be successful in your job you will need to be hard working, prepared to work outdoors in all weather and often at weekends, We do everything we can to help you achieve, but we also expect some things from you, to:
- Always try your best
- Adhere to the Prevent Duty - promote British values: the rule of law, democracy and tolerance and mutual respect for others at all times, and keep yourself safe from extremism
- Be committed to improving your English and Maths skills and using them at work
- Complete the SCT Online Learning by the target dates
- Attend work and all off-the-job training sessions punctually and reliably
- Be polite, tidy, professional, organised and cheerful
- Keep your Skillscheck at work and updated - allow time every week for this
- Complete work set in your Action Plans by the target dates
- Follow instructions
- Work safely, including on the internet
- Always ask if you are not sure about anything
Please see the website for more information www.stubbingcourttraining.com
Where you’ll work
THE STABLE
TODWICK ROAD
NORTH ANSTON
SHEFFIELD
S25 3SE
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
STUBBING COURT TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Equine groom (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
Equine Groom Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
- Vast majority of training will take place at the yard. In addition, this will include Masterclass Sessions, Seminars, SCT Online Learning Programme
- You will also be visited by a SCT Coach at least once a month. Those without level 1 English and maths must achieve this and take the test for level 2 before the end point assessment
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- Maths & English (grade 1-9)
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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Team working
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
About this company
We care for animals. Established in 1988 we are one of the largest animal rescue centres in South Yorkshire. We look after animals who are vulnerable and neglected and need care and love.
After this apprenticeship
- Progression from Level 2 to Level 3
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
STUBBING COURT TRAINING LIMITED
Kelly Salt
info@stubbingcourttraining.com
01246 566193
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000284665.
Apply now
Closes in 31 days (Saturday 30 November)
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After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.
Company’s application instructions
Please complete the application form and applicant agreement form that are located within the apply online section and send to info@stubbingcourttraining.com along with either a copy of your passport, driving licence or birth certificate.