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Equine Groom Apprentice - Breeding and Eventing
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About the Role
Aston Mullins Stud are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company who will give the successful candidate the support and platform to develop their skills and launch a career in the equine sector.
Wage
£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Training
Training course: Equine groom (level 2) Hours: Shifts are to be discussed with the employer. 40 hours a week Start date: Monday 26 October 2026 Duration: 1 year 3 months Positions available: 1
What you'll do at work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
This is a great opportunity for Equine Apprentice to get stuck in with the daily running of the stud, including, but not limited to:
- Mucking out
- Turning out/bringing in
- Tacking up and tack cleaning
- Feeding and filling hay nets
- Clipping/pulling/plaiting/trimming
- Bathing and rug changing
- First aid
- Exercising horses from the ground (lunging, horse walker, long reining, pessoa training etc.)
- Holding for vet/farrier/dentist
Where you'll work
ASTON MULLINS FARM FORD BUCKS HP17 8XG
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider: HADDON TRAINING LIMITED
Training course: Equine groom (level 2)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
Work safely and efficiently at all times and comply with current health, safety and security policies and procedures (including PPE). (core) Carry out all typical yard and field routine duties to include mucking out, skipping out, tidying and cleaning the yard, watering and feeding. (core) Assess suitability of stabling and grassland environments for horses including checking for hazards etc. (core) Assist with the arrival of a new horse to the yard, following current yard procedures and measures to prevent and control the spread of disease. (core) Recognise, identify and describe horses including sex, height, type, colours and markings. (core) Identify anatomy of the horse to include the bones of the lower limb, points of the horse and the position of the major internal organs. (core) Recognise signs of good and poor welfare (including ill health) and check for injuries. (core) Report relevant information and assist with medical treatment and other industry specialists, including Senior Groom, Dentist, Farrier, Veterinary Surgeon. (core) Ensure the horses’ welfare before and after exercise or travel. (core) Handle a variety of horses in the workplace to include tying up, leading, trotting up, turning out and catching in. (core) Recognise different types of feed and hay and check their quality. (core) Groom a horse including checking feet and shoes. (core) Demonstrate trimming and plaiting. (core) Fit a variety of common saddlery, equipment and horse clothing. (core) Remove, clean and store common saddlery and equipment. (core) Check the safe and effective working condition of all saddlery, equipment and clothing. (core) Prepare horse(s) for travel using appropriate clothing and equipment. (core) Assist with loading and unloading before and after travel. (core) Prepare for and provide a variety of appropriate non-ridden exercise including fitting and use of lungeing equipment. (core) Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, visitors and clients whilst showing good interpersonal skills. (core)
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Equine Groom Level 2 All training will take place at the employer's premises, with the support of the employer, and will be carried out by Haddon Training
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Other requirements
Previous experience working with horses is essential. Candidates must be 18 or over (due to insurance purposes), and ideally have their own car as location is very rural, hardworking and keen to succeed in the equine industry. A good sense of humour is a must! Accommodation is available if required.
About the Company
Aston Mullins Stud is owned by Simon and Mags Hope whose life-long passion for racing and bloodstock led to them acquiring the present 300-350 acre farm in the heart of the Vale of Aylesbury in 2000. http://www.astonmullins.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab). After completion, there may be an opportunity to join the Aston Mullins team as a permanent member of the team.
Contact Information
The contact for this apprenticeship is: HADDON TRAINING LIMITED Emma Openshaw emma.openshaw@haddontraining.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000344450.
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