Equine Groom Apprentice - Training Yard - Chipping Norton

• 01/10/2026
• From £16,640 per year
• Apprenticeship - Level 3
• HARTSOP FARM WITNEY ROAD RAMSDEN CHIPPING NORTON OX7 3AS

This is an exciting opportunity to join Hartsop Farm and train under Monty Roberts Master Instructor Ian Vandenberghe. Ideal for someone working towards a Level 3 Senior Equine Groom qualification. The role includes general yard duties, handling elite horses and body language-based training, with some riding opportunities available.

Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm – with occasional weekends required for competitions or events

What you’ll do at work

• Carry out daily yard duties, including mucking out, feeding, grooming and general care
• Assist with turning out and bring in horses safely and calmly
• Support in the training and handling of horses, including groundwork, long reining and join-up sessions
• Observe and interpret horse body language to understand communication and behaviour
• Work closely with Ian Vandenberghe, gaining valuable insight into Monty Roberts techniques and methods
• Help maintain high standards of yard presentation and horse welfare
• Assist with exercise routines and potentially some riding opportunities
• Work Effectively as part of a small, professional team and demonstrate the ability to work independently when required

For the right candidate there could be the opportunity to progress into permanent role

• Senior Equine Groom Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
• 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

Job Ref: VAC1000350232