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Equine Groom Apprentice - Catela Equestrian

Miguel Almeida De Eca Catela · Wincanton · posted 12 October 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Equine groom (level 2)
Starts
30 November 2026
Closing date
24 November 2026
Positions
1

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

General Duties will include:

  • Mucking out / keeping yard area tidy
  • Feeding / filling hay nets and water buckets
  • Turning in and out
  • Picking out feet / rugging up
  • Grooming / tacking up
  • Tack cleaning
  • Bathing / show prep
  • Lunging / long reining
  • Holding for farrier / vet / dentist
  • Riding for the right candidate 
  • Potential opportunities to attend competitions

This is not just a mucking-out role. The successful apprentice will have the opportunity to develop their riding, so you must be a competent rider.

Your training

  • You will be working towards the Level 2 Equine apprenticeship qualification, and 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
  • Where required, the apprentice will also have the opportunity to work towards Functional Skills qualifications in English and maths.

Where it leads

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is the opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 Equine apprenticeship to further develop your knowledge, skills and experience.

About Miguel Almeida De Eca Catela

Catela Equestrian is run by Miguel Catela, an experienced event rider, trainer and coach with a wealth of knowledge within the equestrian industry.

Miguel has competed successfully at 4 level eventing* and has spent many years developing horses and riders. His career has included working and training alongside some of the most respected names in the equestrian world, giving him a broad range of experience in horse production, competition and rider development.

Things to consider

  • Please note that accommodation is not available on site
  • Due to the rural location, there are no suitable train or bus services to the yard. Applicants will therefore need to have their own reliable transport or suitable arrangements to travel to and from the workplace
  • You must have some previous experience handling horses
  • There is space for the successful apprentice to bring their own horse

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsTeam workingCreativePhysical fitnessPassion for Horses

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • The Willows, Rodgrove, Wincanton, BA9 9QU

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