Senior equine groom

Providing for and coordinating the day to day care of the horses in the workplace.

Typical duration

1y 6m

Training funded

up to £6,000

Route

Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Standard ref

ST0167

Role overview

A Senior Equine Groom takes on advanced responsibility for the care, health, and welfare of horses in racing yards, stud farms, equestrian centres, or performance horse facilities. Apprentices develop expertise in health monitoring, training support, and stable management, and may take responsibility for a string of horses. This level 3 qualification leads to head groom, yard manager, or specialist roles such as stallion handler.