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Equine Groom Apprentice - Harling Wood Stud

Harling Wood Stud · Thetford · posted 29 October 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 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.

The role will also consist of yard duties:

  • 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
  • Non-ridden pathway

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 it leads

  • Progression to Level 3 senior groom 
  • Possibility of permanent position on completion of apprenticeship

About Harling Wood Stud

Boasting some of the finest facilities along with beautiful surroundings and top trainers, Harling Wood Stud offers a first class service along with an equestrian wellness centre and the very best in training for both horse & rider. We offer a range of services and clinics for you and your horse including the recent launch of our new Park&Ride service. Sustainability: Our ethos is to ensure we live in harmony with our environment and in a sustainable way. Learn More Our Team

Things to consider

There is no accommodation available with this role so you will need to be able to get yourself to and from work at the required times. 

This position is for a non ridden apprentice as most of their horses just need light schooling or hacking.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsPresentation skillsTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnesspassion for horses

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • Harling Wood Stud, Brettenham Road, Shadwell, Thetford, IP24 2RU

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