Job Description
Pawsitive Play Days is one of newcastle‘s leading Pet Care providers with a team of Registered Animal Medicine Advisors, Vet Nurses, Canine & Feline Nutritionists, Dog Trainers, Animal Behaviourists and Specialist Trained Dog Walkers.
The position available is for a ‘Dog Groomer’, any candidates must live within a 15 miles of 16 Benton Road NE7 7DR.
Typically Groomers will arrange appointments directly with clients maintaining their own working pattern, supported by our office team. Our groomers will have access to an automated booking system of which our clients can use to book in services without the need to arrange phone calls, separate work contact details and a behind the scene client manager, allowing for a healthy and consistent work life balance.
We have established a small grooming salon within our existing veterinary nurse clinic, groomers will work closely with our vet nurse, behaviour and walking teams to provide the best care possible for all of our clients.
The terms of this position are open to the individual, currently we are looking at starting small with the plans to expand and assist our groomers with further training and business management to allow them to maximise their confidence and ability.
Groomers are responsible for their own hours with fully flexible working hours.
Starting wage is qualification dependent, any additional training undertaken will increase hourly rate.
Groomers are eligible for our Commission scheme if they are actively bringing in new clients or bringing clients with them when starting the position. Our Commission, Tip & Bonus schemes are uncapped allowing our teams to maximise their income.
Applicants must have experience and recognised qualifications to be considered for this role, all applicants must submit their qualification title ( Reference Numbers if relevant ) to be considered.
A minimum of a recognised & accredited Level 3 Dog Grooming with 2 years professional experience is required.
Applicants must have qualifications provided by or linked to:
. College Level 3 / 4
. Other recognised Dog Grooming certifications accepted on a case by case basis along side professional experience
Applicants must have their own vehicle and a full clean UK driving licence for home visits. Any physical equipment required will be provided upon request.
Grooming is provided in our facility - 16 Benton Road NE7 7DR, continued growth within the company will see grooming expand through Newcastle and Gateshead.
Pay is weekly, employees are responsible for submitting their own schedules.
Potential applicants must have character or professional references which will be checked.
This is an immediate start position for the ideal applicant – The ideal applicant will be:
. Friendly with a Professional approach
. A genuine Dog/ Pet Lover
. Confident with all breeds and sizes
. Trustworthy and Reliable
. Able to take instruction and work independently
Potential company benefits include;
. Equipment Budget
. Company Phone
. Monthly and Yearly Bonus
. Extra Pay for national holidays
. Travel Expenses
. Food and Beverage Expenses
. Basic and Further Training
. Personalised Uniform
And most importantly all the dog cuddles.
Thank you and Good Luck to all applicants….
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 16 per week
Salary: £13.50-£17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free or subsidised travel
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends only
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
- Quarterly bonus
- Safety bonus
- Tips
- Yearly bonus
Application question(s):
- How many years professional dog grooming do you have ?
- List your qualifications ( please only submit accredited & recognised qualifications )
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Groomer
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