Apprentice Dog Groomer

On an average day you will be (once training in each process has been undertaken):

Bathing and drying dogs ready for a qualified groomer to complete their groom Prepping to include pads and hygiene trim Clipping nails Cleaning ears Learning to use clippers and scissors and follow grooming lines on different dog breeds Ensuring the salon is cleaned and tidied during the day and also at the end of each day Maintaining equipment (cleaning/disinfecting clipper blades for example)

Training:

Dog Groomer Level 2.

Training Outcome:

If the apprentice shows that they can perform full grooms to a high standard by the end of the apprenticeship, there may be a position available at Dog Hairs Grooming Room, but it depends on the business needs and staffing levels at that time.

Alternatively, on completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate could gain employment within another salon or set up on their own as a dog groomer.

Employer Description:

Dog Hairs Grooming Room is based in Melbourne, South Derbyshire.

We have been open since 2017 and have a large clientele of dogs and now also offer cat grooming.

We work as a team of 3, including Sacha the owner, Katie a full-time groomer who did her apprenticeship with us (finishing over 3 years ago), and Mia who will soon be sitting her apprenticeship end of placement exam.

Working Hours :
Tuesday - Friday 09:00-17:00. Saturdays 09:30-13:00. One weekday would be your college day. One Saturday off per month. 20-minute paid lunch break per day.

Skills:
Communication skills,Team working,Physical fitness,Hard working,Confident in animal handling,Keen to listen and learn,Loves dogs (and other animals)