Equine Groom Apprentice - Competition Livery Yard

  • Company: DAVID MARK CORBETT AND TALULLA CORBETT
  • Location: TADLEY, RG26 5PU
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Agriculture, environmental and animal care
  • Ref: NAS-2000002268
  • Application Deadline Date: 30/04/2026
  • Start Date: 01/05/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: 5 days per week including weekends.

Brief Description

Rawlins Farm is seeking a committed and hardworking Equine Groom Apprentice to join their team. This opportunity is ideal for someone with previous yard experience, particularly in competition or dressage environments. The programme includes all general yard duties, riding opportunities, and involvement in preparing horses for competition.

Training to be Provided

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.

Future Prospects

Level 2 - Progression into a level 3 apprenticeship.


Level 3 - Permanent Position for the right person.

Vacancy Detail

Both Level 2 Equine Groom and Level 3 Senior Equine Groom applicants will be considered, depending on experience.



  • Mucking out, sweeping, maintaining yard cleanliness

  • Bedding down, general stable care

  • Feeding, grooming and overall horse care

  • Tack cleaning and general equipment maintenance

  • Hacking

  • Assisting on competition days where required

  • Handing a fit and competition-ready horse confidently

  • Riding (confident rider)

Other Information

Accommodation: Not provided

You have the option to bring your own horse during the summer.

Ready to start your adventure?