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Equine Groom Apprentice - Riding School

Barkway Equestrian Centre · Barkway · posted 24 September 2026

Wage
£6,656 a year
Hours
16 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.

Daily jobs 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

Experience with horses is essential.

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

  • For the right candidate there will be the opportunity to work towards your BHS exams, competing, teaching etc. It depends on what you are interested in moving on to!
  • There is also the possibility of progressing on to the Level 3 Senior Equine Groom apprenticeship

About Barkway Equestrian Centre

Barkway Equestrian Centre offers a friendly, varied environment working with horses and ponies, with facilities including stabling, an arena, paddocks and associated yard facilities. It also provides opportunities for riding and pony experiences.

Things to consider

  • No accommodation is provided

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessPassion for HorsesWork Independently

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • BARKWAY EQUESTRIAN, LONDON ROAD, BARKWAY, ROYSTON, SG8 8EZ

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