Position Overview & Specifications

We are looking for a new Dog Grooming Apprentice to join our team. We are passionate about what we do and pride ourselves on our quality, we are looking for a friendly team player, who is willing to learn, and has a love for dogs.

The successful apprentice’s job role will include, but is not limited to:

Welcoming clients and their dogs into the salon
Updating customer records and taking bookings
Bathing
Drying
Nail Trimming
De-shedding
Additional treatments
Prepping dogs for styling
Customer service
Cleaning and maintenance of the salon and equipment

Once competent, the successful applicant will progress to basic clipping and styling work.

Desired Skills & Qualities

Able to work well as a team
Good communication skills
Hard-working
Willingness to learn
Passion for dogs
Work to a high standard
Have basic IT skills

Desired Qualifications

GCSEs in English & Maths are desired
Applicants MUST NOT already hold a grooming qualification at level 2 or higher to be eligible

Future Prospects

Full time dog groomer
Dog Stylist

Training

Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
The applicant will be working towards and gain a Level 2 Dog Grooming Apprenticeship Standard.
The learner will be allocated an industry specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on site visits throughout the apprenticeship.
The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship

Things to Consider

Easily accessible via public transport with free parking at the place of employment
KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
The apprentice will be working to build a portfolio of evidence and will be required to pass a knowledge test and an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete the apprenticeship.
Due to the popularity of these apprenticeships you may not hear from the employer until after the closing date or if unsuccessful.

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: From £5.28 per hour

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