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Apprentice Equine Groom - Horse Care - Eventing

Homelands Equstrian Limited · Horsham · posted 26 June 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Equine groom (level 2)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
28 August 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

Ben Leathers is looking for a new member of staff for his team.

The yard has fantastic facilities:

  • Outdoor School
  • Jumping field
  • Gallops
  • 23 acres cross-country

During this apprenticeship, you will be caring for 26 horses that are eventers and schooling liveries. You will have the opportunity to groom at shows and support the team.

The role will also consist of yard duties:

  • Preparing for shows
  • Turning out
  • Mucking out
  • Lunging
  • Riding for the right candidate

Good basic equine experience is required for this role. The apprenticeship is based onsite in a practical environment so no need to spend all day in a classroom. If you did not gain your maths & English GCSE's at school, we will support you to gain these on programme.

You have to be a UK resident or have lived in the EU for 3 years or more in order to apply for this role.

If you hold an Equine Level 3 qualification, you are unable to apply for this role.

Your training

  • A Level 2 equine groom certificate will be awarded on successful completion of the apprenticeship
  • All training will take place within the workplace
  • Your dedicated trainer coach will visit you remotely or at work every month

Where it leads

  • Full-time employment
  • Becoming a show groom and learning how to train horses
  • Progression onto the Level 3 Senior Equine Groom

About Homelands Equstrian Limited

Home of Ben Leathers event rider, BHS & BE accredited coach.

Things to consider

There is no accommodation available on site; there is a local bus service. Please make sure you can get to and from the location daily before applying. Livery for your own horse is available.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • BINES ROAD, PARTRIDGE GREEN, HORSHAM, RH13 8EQ

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