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Equine Groom Apprentice for International Showjump Yard

JF Showjumping · Reading · posted 8 May 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.

All general yard duties. To include:

  • Mucking out, turning in and out

  • Grooming, tacking up and show prep

  • Feeding, filling haynets & water buckets

  • Opportunity to groom at shows

  • Plenty of training available on your own horse

  • Riding available for the right candidate

Your training

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 it leads

  • Progression to the Level 3 Senior Groom apprenticeship
  • Possibility of full time employment 

About JF Showjumping

ONE OF BRITAIN’S MOST ESTABLISHED SHOWJUMPERS
With an International Show Jumping career spanning almost 4 decades James has won major Grands Prix and titles all over Europe and represented his country on numerous occasions.

Things to consider

  • Accomodation (shared) is available onsite to candidates aged under 18
  • Livery available for own horse

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessPassion t work with horses

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • HOLME PARK FARM LANE, SONNING, READING, RG4 6SX

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