Equine Groom Apprentice - I-Pegasus
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Company I-PEGASUS COMMUNITY INTEREST
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Provider HADDON TRAINING LIMITED
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Location DONCASTER, DN10 4EF
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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-2000061420
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Application Deadline Date 24/11/2026
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Start Date 30/11/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week 5 days per week with 1 day during the weekend. Shift pattern: 7:30am to 4:45pm and 12pm to 8:30pm so you must be flexible.
Brief Description
i-Pegasus is a diverse equestrian centre with approximately 42 horses and ponies. The centre offers a range of equine activities and services, including a livery yard, riding school and alternative provision. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about horses and eager to learn.
Training to be Provided
- You will be working towards the Level 2 Equine apprenticeship qualification, and all training will be provided on-site during your paid working hours (including Functional Skills in English and maths if required)
- 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
Future Prospects
There is an opportunity to progress to a level 3 Senior Equine Groom apprenticeship level and move into full-time employment.
Vacancy Detail
The role will consist of (but not limited):
- Mucking out/keeping yard area tidy
- Feeding/filling hay nets and water buckets
- Turning in and out
- Picking out feet/rugging up
- Grooming/tacking up
- Tack cleaning
- Bathing
- Lunging/long reining
- Holding for farrier/vet/dentist
- Riding for the right candidate (subject to a initial riding assessment)
You will need a genuine willingness to learn, a positive attitude and a reliable approach to work are essential.
Other Information
- Due to the location and lack of public transport links, applicants must have their own transport or reliable arrangements in place for drop-off and collection.
- Accommodation is not provided.