Dog Groomer Apprentice (Bird Dog Grooming) in London

Bird-Dog Grooming was born of the shared love of dogs held by its founders Susana and Philip and the desire to create a pet business that would allow them to care for animals in an ethical and sustainable way.

Based in Fulham, our salon is run by our salon manager, Emre.

Emre’s journey began in Ankara, the capital of Turkey, where his love for animals led him to pursue a career in dog grooming.

After graduating as a veterinary nurse in 2012, Emre worked as a dog groomer in leading animal hospitals in Turkey until 2018, when he opened Turkey’s first independent dog grooming salon in Ankara.

In 2020, Emre partnered with Başkent University to provide grooming education, training a new generation of pet groomers.

His passion for the craft and deep love for animals brought him to London in 2022, where he continues to refine his expertise.

With over 12 years of experience, Emre is known for his mastery in Asian style grooming and breed standard trims.

To Emre, every groom is a carefully crafted work of art.

Training with a highly experienced, awarding winning groomer who has worked at the best salons in London.

Duties will build up to include, but not limited to

• Welcoming customers to the salon
• Learning how to handle and style dogs
• Provide professional, high quality, hygienic and empathetic dog grooming assistance.
• Support the salon manager in day-to-day running of the salon by providing relevant administrative and operational support.
• Assist in ensuring excellent salon presentation is maintained and high standards are kept through cleanliness, safety and good standards of housekeeping.
• Accurately record all relevant customer information, including grooming regimes and behavioural temperament, during pre-grooming health assessment and the grooming process, complying with GDPR and the company Data Protection Policy.
• Provide professional preparation of dogs prior to grooming, including controlling, moving and restraining dogs safely, appropriate washing and drying of the coat, carrying out basic trims and supporting the dog groomer as required.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate apprentice dog groomer to join our team to progress onto becoming a full time stylist.

The salon is a friendly and fun place to work and would suit any hard working individual who loves all dogs!

• Desired Skills & Qualities
• The ideal candidate will be responsible, trustworthy, committed, and keen to learn – and it goes without saying, a lover of dogs!
• Keenness to learn and follow direction
• Excellent communication skills to speak with clients

Applicants MUST show a keen interest in working with dogs in their application to be considered

• Desired Qualifications
• GCSE Grade 4/C maths and English or equivalent desired but not essential.

Applicants MUST NOT already hold a level 2 of higher in dog grooming.

• Future Progression
• Possibility for future employment for the right candidate should a position be available.
• Training
• Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
• The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Dog Groomer Apprenticeship
• 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
• KEITS Training Services Ltd reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the listed closing date should the need arise.
• Applicants may not hear if they are unsuccessful due to the popularity of our vacancies.
• 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.
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