Equine Groom Apprenticeship

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Summary

HRB are looking for a quality apprentice to join their staff who has a passion to deliver 5* horse care and enjoys the world of showjumping. A fantastic team of showjumpers with horses competing in age classes up to 1.50m 4* level. The yard offers schooling, training, sales, livery and regular clinics. This is a non-ridden position

Wage

£17,680 a year

Bonuses available based on performance.

Training courseEquine groom (level 2)

HoursShifts to be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.

25 hours a week

Start date

Monday 29 June 2026

Duration

1 year

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

There are 19 horses based on site with 3 members of staff everyday to allow for quality time spent on each individual horse.

The duties will include:

Grooming
Attending shows
Mucking out
Clipping
Lunging
Some hacking possible for the right candidate

The apprenticeship is practical-based based so not lots of time is spent in the classroom. If you did not achieve your GCSE’S you can do these whilst on programme.

Working hours are 25.5 per week over 3 days, 2 week days and a Sunday, Show days may vary.

Good rates of pay, bonuses based on performance and regular staff evenings out.

There are many opportunities to develop and grow in experience here.

Where you’ll work

CROSSOAKS FARM
CROSSOAKS LANE
BOREHAMWOOD
WD6 5PH

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

HADDON TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Equine groom (level 2)

Training schedule

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

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Organisation skills
Team working
Patience
Physical fitness

Other requirements

Working outdoors in all weathers
Confident with competition horses
This position has no accommodation available, so please make sure you can get to and from the location daily before applying