Equine Groom Apprentice - Eventing Yard
SOPHIE HULME EVENTING LIMITED · South West · GL19 3AN
Apprenticeship
Level 2
Unclassified
SalaryΒ£16,640 yearly
LocationSouth West
PostcodeGL19 3AN
Start date26 Oct 2026
Apply by24 Oct 2026
QualificationEquine groom (level 2)
Training providerhaddon training limited
Job ID51657
About the role
Equine Assistant πβ¨
Ready to dive headfirst into the world of horses? We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our small, dynamic team! This is your chance to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of equine tasks, perfect for anyone passionate about learning and eager to kickstart their career. π
What you'll be doing:
- Yard Life π§Ή: Mucking out stables and keeping the yard spick and span.
- Feeding & Care π: Preparing and distributing feed, filling hay nets and water buckets.
- Horse Handling πΆββοΈ: Turning horses in and out, picking out hooves, and rugging them up.
- Grooming & Prep π€©: Grooming, tacking up, and tack cleaning.
- Show Ready π: Bathing and preparing horses for shows.
- Training & Support βοΈ: Lunging and long-reining horses.
- Healthcare π©Ί: Assisting with farrier, vet, and dentist appointments.
- Riding Opportunities π: Potential to ride for the right candidate.
Who you are:
- Friendly, motivated, and bursting with enthusiasm to learn!
- Confident and comfortable handling horses of all temperaments.
- Ready to embrace all weather conditions β rain, shine, or snow! βοΈπ§οΈβοΈ
What's in it for you:
- Be part of a supportive and fun small team that works hard and plays hard. π
- Opportunities for socialising and team events.
- Potential for livery and coaching with Sophie for those with their own horse. π΄
- An incredible opportunity to get broad experience and figure out your path in the equine industry, with a great team by your side.
If you're keen, eager, and ready for an adventure, apply now! π
Key responsibilities
- Mucking out/keeping yard area tidy
- Feeding/filling hay nets and water buckets
- Turning in and out
- Grooming/tacking up
- Tack cleaning