Apprentice Equine Groom - Horse Care - Eventing
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Company: HOMELANDS EQUSTRIAN LIMITED
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Location: HORSHAM, RH13 8EQ
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
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Ref: NAS-2000039394
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Application Deadline Date: 30/07/2026
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Start Date: 31/07/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Working 5 days out of 7, shifts TBC.
Brief Description
Ben Leathers is looking for a new member of staff for his team. The yard has fantastic facilities: outdoor schooling, jumping field, gallops, and 23 acres of cross-country. During this apprenticeship you will be caring for 26 horses that are eventers and schooling liveries. You will have the opportunity to groom at shows and support the team.
Training to be Provided
- A Level 2 equine groom certificate will be awarded on successful completion of the apprenticeship
- All training will take place within the workplace
- Your dedicated trainer coach will visit you remotely or at work every month
Future Prospects
- Full-time employment
- Becoming a show groom and learning how to train horses
- Progression onto the Level 3 Senior Equine Groom
Vacancy Detail
Ben Leathers is looking for a new member of staff for his team.
The yard has fantastic facilities:
- Outdoor School
- Jumping field
- Gallops
- 23 acres cross-country
During this apprenticeship, you will be caring for 26 horses that are eventers and schooling liveries. You will have the opportunity to groom at shows and support the team.
The role will also consist of yard duties:
- Preparing for shows
- Turning out
- Mucking out
- Lunging
- Riding for the right candidate
Good basic equine experience is required for this role. The apprenticeship is based onsite in a practical environment so no need to spend all day in a classroom. If you did not gain your maths & English GCSE's at school, we will support you to gain these on programme.
You have to be a UK resident or have lived in the EU for 3 years or more in order to apply for this role.
If you hold an Equine Level 3 qualification, you are unable to apply for this role.
Other Information
There is no accommodation available on site; there is a local bus service. Please make sure you can get to and from the location daily before applying. Livery for your own horse is available.