Dog Grooming Trainee

Petscorner; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A family run pet business in Haywards Heath is hiring for a Trainee Stylist. Ideal candidates possess a passion for pets and customer service. The role includes supporting grooming stylists, managing appointments, and providing excellent customer care. Comprehensive training and various discounts offered. This part-time role requires a genuine enthusiasm and confidence in handling dogs.

Benefits

Extensive training and development plan

Custom uniform and high-quality equipment

35% discount on accessories

25% discount on food

20% discount in Dogwood Grooming Salons

Salary Exchange Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in Dogwood's vision and values.
• Drive for continued training and team development.
• Positive approach to handling dogs.

Responsibilities

• Support stylist in preparing dogs for grooming.
• Manage appointments effectively.
• Maintain high customer service standards.

Skills

Experience in customer service

Ability to handle dogs confidently

Strong team player

Job description

27 Wivelsfield Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 4EF

10.00 - 12.21 per hour

Permanent

Part-time

Part time - 24 hours a week, over 3 days.

Dogwood has grown through the years, however it is still very much a family business at heart. We quickly identify individuals who are keen to progress and will provide them with the necessary training and experience to do so.

We are an award-winning family run business where you are a name, not a number. We continue to grow and now have over 40 salons around the country.

We are looking for experienced, customer focused, friendly trainees who have a genuine enthusiasm for pets to join our salons.

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Stylist within our Dogwood salon covering Haywards Heath.

Responsibilities of a Trainee Stylist

• Demonstrating a hands‑on approach to train to Dogwoods high standards.
• Supporting your stylist in preparing the dogs ready for their groom.
• Responsible for the sales performance of the salon.
• Booking and managing appointments.
• Delivering high standards of customer service.
• Going ‘the extra mile’ for every customer
• Ensuring first class spa presentation by our high level of housekeeping and maintenance of equipment.
• Completing a Grooming portfolio to track your training and progress.

Requirements of a Trainee Stylist

• A genuine interest in Dogwood, our vision, our products, and our values
• A confident and positive approach to handling dogs
• Willing to build strong relationships with our customers and their pets
• A thirst for continued training and team development
• The drive and determination to work equally well as part of a busy team and under own initiative.

Benefits of becoming a Trainee Stylist with Dogwood

• The most extensive training and development plan in the industry with our Dogwood curriculum containing different training documents and dedicated Academy classroom sessions.
• Custom uniform and high quality equipment provided
• Other reward systems in place to boost your wage!
• Staff discount of 35% on accessories, 25% on food, 20% in Dogwood Grooming Salons
• Tools, articles, and support to help manage mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Offers across a large range of retail and wellbeing brands, including discounts on gym memberships and fun days out!
• Salary Exchange Pension Scheme

This role will involve heavy lifting.

If you’re eager to get stuck in, want to enhance your career and make a real difference, discover your spot at Dogwood and submit your application today.