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Apprentice Groom

The Avon Centre

The Avon Centre, Kings Weston Road, Henbury, Bristol BS10 7QT

From £7.55 an hour - Full-time, Apprenticeship, Fixed term contract

Location

The Avon Centre, Kings Weston Road, Henbury, Bristol BS10 7QT

Benefits
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Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Full job description

Following the success of one of our recent Level 3 Equine Apprentices, the Avon Centre is excited to be able able to offer a new apprenticeship opportunity to the right candidate.

The right candidate will have plenty of previous hands on experience in equine care and management. They will be confident carrying out a variety of yard tasks independently. We are looking for someone who can confidently ride a variety of horses to a good standard. Good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well in a team are also very important.

To be a good fit for the team we need someone who is friendly, a good communicator, self motivated and dedicated.

In exchange for your hard work and commitment, you will receive excellent training from our experienced yard team and BHS accredited coaches in our state of the art facilities. You will also be helping support a charity which helps Disabled and disadvantaged people to access the therapeutic benefits of horses and nature.

The Avon Centre is working towards being a Disability Confident Employer and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Disabled. We are also a member of the Safe Space Alliance, and welcome all applicants who identify as belonging to any minoritised group.

Please see the full job description below:

Apprentice Groom Job Description

Care and Preparation of Horses

Maintain a high standard of care, grooming and turnout for our yard of horses.
Ensure horses are tacked up for the start of each lesson.
Ensure horses are checked after each riding lesson and that tack is properly stored for future use.
Report any issues relating to health concerns of the horses to the Stable Manager, Yard Supervisor or a Senior Groom.
Ensure each horse is fed according to the feeding plan.
Ensure horses have constant access to forage.
Ensure each horse is free from pain and discomfort and report any signs to the Stable Manager
When necessary, exercise the horses both ridden and in hand, under guidance and supervision.

Yard Tasks

Ensure the tack room is kept tidy and free from any hazards.
Ensure all tack is thoroughly checked for safety and general wear and tear and report any damage immediately to the Stable Manager
Ensure the stable environment is maintained to a tidy, clean standard. Ensure that horses’ stables are mucked out to a good standard.
Prioritise yard tasks accordingly, and follow instructions given to ensure the smooth running of daily activities.

General Responsibilities

Attend the Centre on time for all allocated rota days.
Notify the Stable Manager or another member of the management team of any area of concern; any risk to clients, including safeguarding concerns, risks to staff or horses, or any complaints
Follow all Centre policies and procedures correctly at all times.
Support with running extracurricular holiday activities such as Pony Days and In-House competitions.
Liaise with volunteers and RDA coaches when appropriate
Keep on top of set apprenticeship tasks and ask for support from yard team as required

Health & Safety, Safeguarding & Risk Management Duties

Comply with the Centre’s Health and Safety policies and guidelines.
Undertake all work whilst having regard to your own safety and the safety of others, wearing appropriate safety apparel and equipment as necessary.
Monitor and inspect all equipment relevant to your role, tack, etc. reporting repairs as required.
Report accidents/incidents promptly and accurately in accordance with procedures.
Report any concerns, esp. regarding the safety of a child or vulnerable adult to the Safeguarding Officer immediately.
Monitor and restrict access to stables to authorised persons only, ensuring authorised visitors are accompanied.

Training

Undertake training: provided in-house and otherwise suggested by an outside facilitator to better inform practise, policies implementation and progression.
Engage with syllabus set by your Apprenticeship Equine Trainer Coach, and endeavour to complete all tasks to the best of your ability.

Relationships and Contacts

Line Manager:

Stable Manager

Other Contacts:

TAC Employees

Trustees

Volunteers

RDA Instructors

EFL Coaches

Freelance Instructors

Disabled and Non-Disabled Riders

General public