We’re Hiring: Apprentice Dog Groomer – Join The Pet Retreat Bowdon!
Are you passionate about dogs, eager to learn, and dreaming of a career in grooming? The Pet Retreat Bowdon is on the lookout for a confident, kind, and motivated individual to join our team as an Apprentice Dog Groomer!
This is a Level 2 iPet Network Dog Grooming Apprenticeship with a clear progression path to Level 3, where you’ll also receive business mentoring and guidance to support your long-term career in the grooming industry.
What you can expect:
- Hands-on training alongside a friendly, experienced team
- 5 days per week (you choose which days – we’re open 7 days a week, but consistency is key!)
- Start date: 1st August 2025
- Support to grow into a skilled, confident dog groomer with real opportunities for the future
Perks of joining our team include:
- Apprentice wage with bonus perks
- An annual team trip to Crufts
- Paid-for seminars, workshops and extra education opportunities
- Regular team treats – think lunch on us, team meals, and staff days out to celebrate your hard work!
What we’re looking for:
- Someone who loves dogs and wants to learn everything about caring for and grooming them
- Confident, friendly, and a real team player
- Reliable and able to travel to our Bowdon salon 5 days a week
- Committed to learning and developing their skills in a supportive, fast-paced environment
To apply, please send us:
- Your CV, including Maths & English results (predicted grades accepted for school leavers – if you didn’t pass, no problem, we’ll support you to retake them alongside the course)
- A cover letter telling us why you want this role and why you’re passionate about becoming a groomer
Applications are now open!
- We’ll start reviewing applications from the second week of May
- Interviews will take place at the end of May
If you’re ready to begin your grooming career surrounded by a passionate, supportive team (and a lot of wagging tails), we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join The Pet Retreat Bowdon family!
bowdon@thepetretreat.co.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £7.55 per hour
Additional pay:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 10/05/2025
Expected start date: 01/08/2025
