At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn dog grooming skills while bathing, drying, and prepping adorable pups.
- Company: Join Dandini’s Dog Grooming, a beloved local business with over 60 years of experience.
- Benefits: Receive full training, work in a fun environment, and gain valuable industry experience.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and participation in seminars and competitions.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in dog grooming and work alongside award-winning professionals.
- Qualifications: Passion for dogs and good communication skills; no prior grooming qualifications needed.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
For more than 60 years Dandini’s Dog Grooming has been grooming dogs and cats in the Portsmouth area. While our dog grooming business may be half a century old, our techniques are right up to date! That’s why Hampshire dog owners travel to Dandini’s – they want their dogs to be well‑groomed, and well cared for, by professional groomers in relaxed surroundings.
We are Hiring! An exciting opportunity has become available at Dandini’s Dog Grooming, Portsmouth to start your career in dog grooming in the best way possible. Work and learn alongside many experienced, award‑winning dog groomers with a dedicated training school onsite. We are once again ready to expand and welcome a fun and friendly individual who has a passion for dogs and is ready to learn a rewarding career.
Duties- Bathing, drying, and prepping dogs
- Dealing with clients, bookings, and phone calls
- Cleaning and maintaining the salon to a high standard
- Helping to create and post content on our social media pages
- Theory alongside the apprenticeship
- Clipping and scissoring
- Opportunities to attend seminars and competitions with the team
- Good communication
- Applicants must not already hold a level 2 or above in dog grooming.
- Maths and English level 4 or above (equivalent to a C) is desired but not essential.
Our previous apprenticeship applicant has stayed with us since completion and has been with us for 13 years.
TrainingFull training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment. The applicant will be working towards a Level 2 Dog Grooming 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 the apprenticeship.
Things to ConsiderKEITS 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.
Equal OpportunitiesDandini’s Dog Grooming is an equal opportunity employer. All suitable applicants are considered for employment, regardless of age, disability, colour, family status, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Apprentice Dog Groomer (Dandini’s dog Grooming) in Portsmouth employer: KEITS
Dandini’s Dog Grooming is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and supportive work culture where passion for pets meets professional development. With over 60 years of experience in the Portsmouth area, we provide comprehensive training alongside award-winning groomers, ensuring that our apprentices gain valuable skills in a relaxed environment. Our commitment to employee growth is evident, as many of our past apprentices have built long-lasting careers with us, making Dandini’s not just a job, but a rewarding journey in dog grooming.
