Apprentice Equine Groom

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Apprentice Equine Groom

, Apply From: 04/06/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by HADDON TRAINING LIMITED

Employer

West Midlands Police

Vacancy Description

As an apprentice you will be expected to have some knowledge of horses and the industry, whilst it is not expected for you to be able to complete the below duties alone or in their entirety at the beginning of your placement, it is expected that you have the aptitude, willingness and physical ability to learn them.

• Ensure with ensuring all horses receive the highest standard of daily care, including feeding, grooming, and general health monitoring
• Provide fresh water and high-quality forage, ensuring horses have access to an appropriate diet
• Monitor horses for signs of illness, injury, stress, or discomfort, reporting concerns immediately to the Yard Manager
• Carry out regular checks for lameness, wounds, or behavioural changes that may indicate underlying issues
• Assist in implementing enrichment activities to support mental stimulation and well-being
• Stable duties and yard maintenance
• Muck out stables daily, ensuring a clean, dry, and hygienic environment for all horses
• Provide fresh bedding and maintain appropriate stable conditions to prevent health issues
• Dispose of waste correctly and follow biosecurity protocols to minimise the risk of disease

If required and age applicable – use a quad bike adhering to any risk assessment(s) and PPE requirements to maintain arena and turnout areas once appropriate training is completed.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice Equine Groom

Employer Description

West Midlands Police is the second largest police force in the country, covering an area of 348 square miles and serving a population of almost 2.8 million.The region sits at the very heart of the country and covers the three major centres of Birmingham, Coventry and Wolverhampton. It also includes the busy and thriving districts of Sandwell, Walsall, Solihull and Dudley. Leisure, retail and conference amenities, together with Premiership and Championship football teams, attract millions of visitors annually.The West Midlands is an area rich in diversity, with 18 per cent of its population from ethnic minority backgrounds.An average of 170,000 motorists travel through the region daily, making its motorways some of the busiest in Europe.Against this backdrop, the force deals with more than 2,000 emergency calls for help every day, as well as patrolling the streets and responding to incidents 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week.

Vacancy Location

Lloyd House Snow Hill Queensway B4 6NQ

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000323482

Key Dates

Apply From

04/06/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-06-22 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-01 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• Equine Groom Level 2
• At the workplace

Learning Provider

HADDON TRAINING LIMITED

Contact Details

Wilkinson,Ch Insp Michael Vacancy Type:

Skills Required

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessequine care,equitation knowledge

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