Introduction

Barguse Riding School are offering an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Level 2 Equine Groom apprentice! Barguse caters for all levels of ability and ages and is Pony Club accredited. Barguse is a great place to work if you would like to progress in riding or teaching/coaching.

About the Employer

Barguse Riding School is located on the edge of Bugle surrounded by open countryside and fields a lovely peaceful spot in a safe and child friendly location. Barguse caters for all levels of ability and ages.Barguse has an interest in Biometrics and the correct way of training horses from ground work to ridden. Barguse is Pony Club accredited. Barguse hold and run internal and external shows. Barguse has a Cross Country Jumps course. Barguse is a great place to work if you would like to progress in riding or teaching/coaching

What You'll Do

The ideal candidate will be willing to work across 5 days including weekends and is positive and flexible. The main duties are:

Mucking Out and Field Maintenance - manure picking, fencing, weed control etc.
Turning out/brining in horses
Feeding, grooming
Changing rugs, tacking up
Exercising horses and ponies, both ridden and in-hand
Lunging
Assisting with general running and managing yard duties
Assisting with client’s events
Assisting with lessons i.e.; leading

Training Outcome

There may be an option to progress onto the Senior Equine Groom Level 3 apprenticeship.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
A can do attitude
Resilience
Strong work ethic
Reliable
Diligent

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4/C

Course Information

Course: Equine groom (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 30-40 hours per week on a rota basis. Shifts and days to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: CORNWALL COLLEGE

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