I do not have any equine qualifications.

All relevant duties for horse care on a working equine yard

I have recently undertaken work experience for Matilda Wadesdon at Kay Lane Stables in High Legh, Cheshire. I helped with turning out/bringing in the horses, mucking out, feeding, preparing hay nets, cleaning hooves, and also watched the farrier and physio working on horses. I would like to continue my learning in all these areas, and more, through an apprenticeship to enable me to be fully competent to work on a busy yard.

I do not have any specialities because I am looking for my first position working with horses. I do not have my own horse so will be looking to learn everything I can through an apprenticeship. However, my recent work experience (see below) has helped me become efficient in mucking out and keeping a tidy yard.

I have been riding for a year and have had lessons on two horses, both of which have been experienced at being ridden by novices. I can now canter unaided and my current teacher is teaching me to ride without stirrups and reigns.

I do not have any competition experience.