About
Employer description
Oak Farm Livery is a small friendly livery yard with 19 horses ranging from children's ponies to young stock. The owner, Anna competes in affiliated dressage and there is the opportunity for the apprentice to attend these competitions too.
Main description
You will be employed as an apprentice to assist in caring for our livery horses, which we pride ourselves in doing to a very high standard. You will carry out general stable duties and occasional exercising. There is the opportunity to groom at shows for the right candidate.
What you'll do at work
At Oak Farm we provide individually tailored care for up to 19 horses. From yearlings, to ex-racehorses, child ponies to competition horses. You will be calm and hard working and ready to learn about all aspects of running a successful yard.
Duties will include, but not limited to;
- Turning out and bringing in
- Mucking out
- Feeding, watering and haying
- Grooming
- Clipping and trimming
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the yard at all times
- Bandaging
- Tacking up
- Lunging/long reining
- Opportunity to ride for the right candidate and to groom at shows
Training to be provided
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
KEITS TRAINING SERVICES LTD
Training course
Equine groom (level 2)
Training schedule
Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment. The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 or 3 Equine Groom apprenticeship.
The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.
The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in: Maths and English (grade C or 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
- Organisation skills
- Presentation skills
- Team working
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Previous Equine Experience
Other requirements
We are out in all weathers and on our feet for most of the day. The apprentice will be working to build a portfolio of evidence and will be required to pass a knowledge test and an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete the apprenticeship. KEITS reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised if the need arises.
Future Prospects
Employment within the organisation if a position is available
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 28/10/2025
Salary
£11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
Location
This job is located in Ely, Cambs
How to Apply
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