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Equine Groom L2- Show jumping yard
- Location
Beaminster - Employer
Jabeena Maslin Equestrian - Provider
Haddon Training Ltd - Wages
£7.55 per hour - Level
Intermediate Level 2 Apprenticeship - Apply by
Friday, October 31, 2025
Opportunity Details
The yard has around 40 horses, including BS-affiliated show jumpers, Royal Navy and GB Modern Pentathlon schoolmasters, and full liveries. They are seeking an individual to help with general yard duties and the management of the horses. This includes, not exclusively:
- Bringing-in and turning-out
- Feeding
- Tacking-up for / washing-off after lessons
- Mucking-out and bedding-down
- Yard, tack and equipment care
- Exercising the horses (optional)
- Competition and show preparation, travel, grooming
Accommodation is available on site free of charge, with food included.
There is the opportunity to bring your own horse to keep in livery on site, this would be at the cost of £100 per week.
The apprenticeship is based on site full time so no need to be sitting in a classroom. If you did not gain your Maths & English GCSE's at school we can support you to do this whilst on programme.
You must be a UK resident or have lived in the EU for 3 years to apply for this role. If you hold a L3 Equine qualification already you are unable to apply for this role.
The interview will consist of a trial day at the yard.
Kickstart Your Career!
Ready to kickstart your career? Check the key dates below and don’t miss your chance!
- Friday, October 3, 2025
- Friday, October 31, 2025
- Saturday, November 1, 2025
- Sunday, November 2, 2025
Company website: https://www.jabeenamaslin.com/
Skills Required
We do need someone with at least a basic understanding of horses and with general yard skills. An ideal candidate would also have basic riding skills that seeks to improve in our very supportive environment.
Qualifications Required
A GCSE or equivalent pass in English and maths is beneficial but not essential. If you do not have passes, we will support you in achieving your Functional Skills English and maths qualifications alongside your apprenticeship.
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.
Personal Qualities
A strong work ethic. Good communication skills. Team player. A real appetite to learn and progress in the equine industry.
Prospects
- Competition experience riding
- Progression to L3 Senior Groom
- Travelling/Groom at top shows
Other Information
Working 40 hours per week, expect to work 5 days out of 7 and at least one weekend day.
We have capacity for one horse to be brought into livery if required.
This position is aimed at 16- 18 year olds.
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