Lecturer in Dog Grooming

Overview

We’re excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and passionate Lecturer in Dog Grooming to join our team. This is a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover role running from November until the end of the academic year (June 2026).

Application Deadline: 30 September 2025

Department: Central Animal Care

Location: Sandwell College

Compensation: £26,661 – £48,160 / year

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll deliver engaging and high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in Dog grooming, supporting students to achieve their goals and preparing them for future progression. You’ll also act as a course tutor, tracking progress, maintaining records, and helping learners reach their full potential. Alongside your teaching, you’ll contribute to continuous improvements in the student experience and may work with external partners and employers to ensure the diverse needs of learners are met.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Previous academic experience in Dog grooming would be fantastic, along with a recognised teaching qualification, (L5 or above). We will also consider someone who is willing to work towards obtaining this qualification and has experience of working in a dog grooming environment which would be relatable to the areas we teach. We are looking for individuals who can inspire our students with passion and enthusiasm.

Teaching Qualifications & Salary Banding

To be eligible for our Qualified Lecturer salary banding (£31,837 – £48,160), you must hold one of the following teaching qualifications:

• DTTLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• Certificate in Education
• PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
• DET (Diploma in Education and Training)
• DiT (Diploma in Teaching) – if for a vocational subject

If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will fall into our Unqualified Lecturer salary banding (£26,661 – £29,998).

Not Accepted as Stand Alone Qualifications:

• PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• CTLLS (Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)

If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please get in touch.

Benefits

Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around

Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and extra time off at Christmas

Fast-Track Your Career – Dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes

Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute

Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more

Fitness Perks – College gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms

Generous Pension Contributions – 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles

Retail & Travel Discounts – Exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel, UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount

Free Will Writing – Professional support for your future planning

Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you

Wellbeing Support – Confidential counselling services and wellness platforms

We Celebrate You! – Awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.