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Senior Equine Race Groom Apprentice - Charlie Hills Racing

Charles Hills Racing at Faringdon Hall Stables · Hungerford · posted 24 November 2025

Wage
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Senior equine groom (level 3)
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: 

  • Mucking out/keeping yard tidy
  • Filling hay nets/water buckets 
  • Feeding/grooming 
  • Riding for the suitable/experienced candidate 
  • Accompanying horses to races here and abroad.

Your training

  • Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship Standard
  • An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
  • At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying

Where it leads

  • Progression to a higher apprenticeship 
  • Possibility of full-time employment 

About Charles Hills Racing at Faringdon Hall Stables

As part of the Hills dynasty created by his father Barry, Charlie has spent his entire life immersed in horse racing. After leaving school he went to work in Australia for Colin & Peter Hayes. On his return to the UK he then spent two years with James Fanshawe as assistant Trainer. On returning home the rest of his education was spent working under his father before taking over the licence in August 2011. Faringdon Place welcomes a range of owners from those who have shares in syndicates to full ownership, and everything in between. Charlie is married to Philippa, and they have two racing mad sons James and Eddie who keep a very close eye on what’s going on.

Things to consider

This position is for someone that already has good experience in riding thoroughbreds/young horses, ideally already have some race riding experience. Accommodation available for 18+ year olds.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • Faringdon Place Stables, LAMBOURN, HUNGERFORD, RG17 8UF

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