Cragside Riding School are looking to welcome to their small team an apprentice groom to join in learning the aspects of working in and helping to run the riding school. We are an expanding riding school and there may be an opportunity to train alongside our resident Level 3 coaches, level 4 Stable Managers.
Ability to listen to and follow instruction
Recognition of the health and safety for being around large animals
Good time keeping
Organised
Good communication skills
Good personal hygiene
Some experience of riding horses (preferred)
Some confidence in working with horses (preferred)
Caring, friendly nature
Genuine interest in horses and their care and well being
Patience with others
Grade 9-2 or A-E in English and Maths
Full time employment
Progression to Level 3
Working outside in all weathers is an expectation of the job
The animals require to be looked after all year round
Earn while you learn. What's not to like about earning money while learning on-the-job, and getting a relevant qualification all at the same time.
Wide choice of careers. We are one of the biggest apprenticeship providers in the region and offer over 40 apprenticeship programmes in lots of career sectors.
Get paid. You will earn at least the minimum apprentice wage of £4.81 an hour (April 2022)
Great support. You will get the best of both worlds with support from your employer and college to make sure you achieve and get the best out of your apprenticeship.
Excellent prospects. Starting in the workplace means there is lots of potential for you to progress quickly, giving you a fast track route to career success.
A competitive edge. An apprenticeship will give you the edge when competing for jobs against other well-qualified candidates.
Get hired. The qualifications, skills and experience you gain will look super impressive on your CV and your apprenticeship could even turn into a full time job.
An alternative to university. Higher apprenticeships mean that you can become qualified to degree level and beyond.
Gain skills. Not only will you develop job specific skills, you will gain transferable skills, such as time management, that you can use in other industries and careers.
Real job. You will be doing a real job for a real employer and putting your skills and knowledge into practice will show employers what you are capable of.
Following a rigorous selection process, the board of governors has announced Gary Potts as the new Principal of Northumberland College
May 23, 2022
Northumberland College has welcomed the Morpeth branch of the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) to its new home at Kirkley Hall Campus
May 20, 2022
Equine Management student Emily Avery has enjoyed a successful year both on campus and competing in British Dressage.
May 18, 2022
