8 Pet Groomer jobs in the United Kingdom
Weekend Animal Care Assistant
Posted 13 days ago
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**Do you want to be a part of the world's leading drug development company?**
At Labcorp in **Huntingdon** , Cambridgeshire we are looking to recruit an **Animal Care Assistant** to join our expanding team.
As a leading contract research organization (CRO), Labcorp provides comprehensive drug development solutions for a range of industries. Labcorp has helped pharmaceutical and biotech companies bring to market 100% of the top 50 best selling drugs. Chances are, you or someone you know has benefitted from a medicine or medical device that Labcorp helped develop.
**Job responsibilities include:**
+ Daily welfare checks.
+ Provision of adequate fresh food and water.
+ Providing animals with environmental enrichment through play and exercise.
+ Ensuring enclosures are cleaned in accordance with clear instructions and maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
**What Labcorp can offer you:**
+ **Animal Care Assistants** work both Saturdays and Sundays and receive excellent rates of pay.
+ Animal Science and Technology qualifications, as well as structured career progression. Many of our full-time employees started their careers as Animal Facility Assistants and have progressed to become senior team members and managers.
+ The chance to work with a variety of different people in a supportive environment
**Education/Qualifications**
+ Basic Literacy and Numeracy skills
**Experience**
+ The ability to learn and have empathy with the animals, as well as the capability to develop the requisite skills
+ Previous experience of working with or handling animals is beneficial
**Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:**
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
**We encourage all to apply**
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Sessional Animal Care Technician - Leicestershire
Posted 7 days ago
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We have exciting opportunities for Animal Care Technicians to join the team based in Brooksby.
Working in these roles you will maintain a high standard of animal husbandry and contribute to the curriculum needs of the Animal Care department.
Working alongside a team of hard working and dedicated unit staff these roles will also include interaction with students on a practical basis. Working with a wide variety of animal species these jobs require applicants with broad animal experience. The jobs are an exciting opportunity for candidates to support the growth and development of the College’s practical Animal Care facilities.
The job is an exciting opportunity for somebody to support the growth and development of the College’s practical Animal Care facilities. In return, you can expect the opportunity to work with an organisation that is committed to the ongoing development of its people.
You will have a passion for innovation, bringing new ideas and embedding new technologies into the learning environment
The College is striving to attract, develop and retain the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business.
We are proud to have achieved the Investor in Diversity award. We actively encourage applications who are current under-represented and where we are using positive action under the Equality Act. We welcome everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey
Alongside our commitment to your professional and personal development, we also offer a generous benefits package including:
- A competitive pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Subsidised nursery fees
- Additional annual leave available
- Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development
- Opportunities of volunteering within local community and charities
We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and agile working where the business allows. We provide staff forums, staff working groups for sustainability, staff steering groups for Investors in Diversity and support services to support with mental health and wellbeing for staff from different backgrounds.
We are and have consistently invested in providing our learners and employees with an outstanding and unrivalled range of modern facilities and resources.
Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.
Level 3 Qualified Animal Care Management Tutor
Posted 10 days ago
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Level 3 Animal Management Tutors
Location: Dover
Contract Type: 3 days a week 8.25am to 16.45pm Weds to Fri and potentially biweekly on a Tuesday for the staff team meeting
Some planning has been completed by the current tutor who will be going on maternity in the next month, PPA/marking time will be given within the timetable.
We work with independent specialist colleges in rural Kent who support young people aged 6-19 who have special educational needs or have been out of education. Set in a countryside location, they blend classroom learning with practical outdoor activities to build confidence and real-world skills. Students study qualifications in English, maths, preparation for adulthood and vocational subjects such as animal care, catering and land-based industries. With a strong focus on inclusion, they foster equal opportunities, value every learner, and work closely with parents and carers.
Salary: Pay to scale - MPS / UPS
Are you passionate about animal care and dedicated to inspiring the next generation of animal management professionals? We are seeking an enthusiastic Level 3 Animal Management Tutor to join our dynamic team. You will teach both Level 3 Animal Management (Year 2) and Level 2 Animal Care learners, helping them gain the skills and knowledge to excel in the industry.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured sessions in line with the curriculum, schemes of work, and provision plans.
Coordinate and oversee work-experience placements for Level 2 and Level 3 students, working closely with the industry placement coordinator.
Assess, monitor, record, and report on student progress and achievements, ensuring accurate and productive use of assessment.
Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse strengths and needs of students, inspiring and challenging them to achieve their best.
Prepare students for internal and external assessments and promote excellent outcomes.
Demonstrate up-to-date subject and curriculum knowledge, incorporating the latest industry developments.
Lead by example, maintaining the highest professional and personal standards while modelling best practice in animal care.
Qualifications & Training
A relevant qualification in Animal Care, Agriculture, or a related field (minimum Level 3)
Evidence of recent professional development relevant to the role.
Desirable Experience
Teaching or tutoring experience in an educational or training environment.
Experience working with children or young people, including those with Special Educational Needs
Involvement in planning and delivering learning activities.
Skills & Knowledge
Strong technical problem-solving skills with a proactive, self-motivated approach.
Ability to create a positive, student-focused learning environment and provide high-quality support.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with students and colleagues.
Understanding of diverse student needs and strategies to adapt and deliver support accordingly.
Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills, including the use of technology to support learning.
Strong organisational abilities and the capacity to remain calm under pressure.
Knowledge of safeguarding practices and the ability to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
Excellent communication skills, including active listening and clear verbal delivery.
A collaborative team player who is flexible and adaptable in daily routines.
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BTEC Tech Awards Sept 22 - Animal Care - Examiner
Posted 13 days ago
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Examiner will mark candidates' responses in accordance with the pre-defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to conditions of recognition and examination procedures. Most subjects will be marked onscreen using ePEN or Learner Work Transfer, which can be done from home. A high level of subject knowledge is necessary in order to apply the mark scheme. Each examiner will receive an agreed allocation of scripts.
We are currently recruiting for BTEC Tech awards Examiners in the following areas:
Animal Care
Art and Design
Child development
Construction
Creative Digital Media
Digital Information Technology
Health and Social Care
Enterprise
Music Practice
Performing Arts
Sport
Travel and Tourism
**Responsibilities**
+ To mark accurately and consistently to ensure overall standards are maintained.
+ To submit samples to your Team Leader at designated times
+ To ensure milestones for marking are adhered to.
+ To ensure all administration is completed as specified.
**Experience/Qualifications needed**
+ You will hold a minimum of one year's full time teaching experience of the relevant subject.
+ You will have a degree or equivalent.
+ You will be a qualified teacher.
**Competencies required**
+ You will have the ability to work well under pressure.
+ You will have the ability to meet deadlines.
+ You will have a high level of subject knowledge in order to apply the mark scheme.
**About Pearson**
We value the power of inclusive culture and embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do. Pearson promotes a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm. Through our talent, we believe that diversity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant company. People are at the centre of our company. We are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace ecosystem where talent can learn, grow, and thrive. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.
**Application Information**
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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BTEC Tech Awards Sept 22 - Animal Care - Moderator
Posted 13 days ago
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Animal Care
Art and Design
Child development
Construction
Creative Digital Media
Digital Information Technology
Health and Social Care
Enterprise
Music Practice
Performing Arts
Sport
Travel and Tourism
**Overview of the role**
Moderators are responsible for moderating centres' assessment of candidates' work in accordance with the agreed assessment criteria and the awarding organisation's procedures.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. Attend standardisation meetings. Moderators will not be permitted to carry out moderation if they fail to attend the appropriate standardisation meeting/s. Moderators must not moderate any candidate work before the standardisation meetings.
2. Moderate centres' assessment of candidates' work in accordance with the agreed assessment criteria and our procedures.
3. Send any centre requests for special consideration to Pearson. Send any other JCQ documentation from centres to Pearson.
4. Maintain regular contact with their Team Leader as appropriate, raising issues as they arise.
5. Ensure all Moderator marks and E9 Moderator reports are submitted on the system by specified deadlines. All E9 moderator reports must be at the standard specified in the standardisation meeting.
6. Keep all records relating to their moderator role for one year after the examination series.
**Experience/ Qualifications needed:**
You will have one academic year's worth of teaching experience:
a. within the last 8 years
b. within the relevant subject
c. since qualifying as a teacher
You will have a degree or equivalent
You will be a qualified teacher
**About Pearson**
Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We have a simple mission: to help people make more of their lives through learning. We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.
We value the power of inclusive culture and embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do. Pearson promotes a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm. Through our talent, we believe that diversity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant company. People are at the centre of our company. We are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace ecosystem where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.
**Application Information**
We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.
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Pharmacist (Pet Care division)
Posted 17 days ago
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Role: Pharmacist (Pet Care division)
Location: Bardon (LE67) (with hybrid working after completion of training)
Salary: £48.000- 52.000 per annum plus extensive benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Employment type: Full time
Working hours: 40 hours per week, 9:00am – 6:00pm (Mon – Fri) with occasional weekend cover
Do you want to work for the nation’s largest online pharmacy ensuring excellence for all our patients? We’re a market leader in the pharmacy world, with 25 years’ experience, helping over 1.6 million patients in England manage their NHS prescriptions from request through to delivery. We are Great Place to Work certified as we consider colleague experience a top priority every day. Our people are fundamental to our success and ensuring we achieve our vision to be a world leading, patient-centric digital healthcare provider. We are committed to continuing to develop a positive, open and honest working environment for all.
To be an expert in veterinary medicines and ensure the safe storage, preparation and supply, in line with legal requirements.
What’s in it for you?
Occupational sick pay
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Contributory pension
Discounted insurance (Aviva)
Employee discount site
Discounted gyms (via our blue light card and benefits schemes)
Employee assistance programme
In-house mental health support
Free onsite parking
Health and wellbeing initiatives
Social events throughout the year
Cycle to work scheme
Green car scheme*(subject to minimum earnings)
Registration fees paid (GPhC, NMC, CIPD etc)
Long service bonus
Refer a friend bonus
Blue light card
Hybrid working
Commitment to CPD/training
25 days annual leave increasing with service
Annual leave buy and sell scheme
Discounts & Exclusive offers at The Springs, Leeds
25% Discount & health & beauty purchases
25% Discount on Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor Services
What you’ll be doing?
- Ensure the safe preparation and supply of veterinary medicines in compliance with legal and company standards.
- Provide expert advice to customers on the use of veterinary medicines, as well as general animal health and lifestyle matters.
- Supervise, train, and support pharmacy staff , to maintain high performance and compliance.
- Implement and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to minimize risk and maintain operational quality.
- Oversee the clinical checking of prescriptions in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, ensuring accuracy and patient safety.
- Maintain and manage Controlled Drugs (CDs) registers in line with regulatory requirements.
- Liaise with veterinary surgeons to verify prescription accuracy, legitimacy, and to prevent potential risks.
- Manage the ordering, storage, and dispatch of veterinary medicines to ensure safety, reduce waste, and meet customer needs.
- Keep up-to-date with current veterinary pharmacy practices, new drugs, and professional development requirements.
- Collaborate with key business teams (Customer Service, Purchasing, Operations, Clinical) and meet set targets to support strategic business objectives.
Who are we looking for?
- GPHC registered Pharmacist with a strong passion for animals and extensive knowledge of veterinary medicines, with a commitment to delivering outstanding care and advice to the community.
- Proven supervisory experience with the ability to motivate, develop, and lead a team effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Good understanding of e-Commerce principles and business rationale, with the ability to make informed decisions that drive business goals.
- Experience working with KPIs and managing resources efficiently to maximize team performance and operational success.
- Excellent communication skills combined with a professional, friendly, and tactful approach to customers, colleagues, and partners.
- Highly organized and able to prioritize tasks to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy under pressure.
- Ambitious, proactive, and driven to continuously learn and develop professionally, including a willingness to undertake relevant training and development programs.
- A strong team player who collaborates well across departments, demonstrating respect, professionalism, and a patient-first mindset at all times.
What happens next?
Please click apply and if we think you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange an interview.
Applicants must prove they have the right to live in the UK.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.
Unsolicited agency applications will be treated as a gift.
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Dog Groomer
Posted 425 days ago
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What you will do with us
- Consultation - Communicating effectively with pet owners to understand their preferences and concerns, and provide advice on dog grooming (hair care, device use, breed characteristics, etc.) as well as the recommendation of the related product assortment.
- Customer Engagement - Provide excellent customer service getting to know each customer and their pet individually, remembering their preferences and any specific needs in line with the animal protection legislation.
- Follow-Up and Follow-Through - Follow up with customers after their grooming appointments to ensure satisfaction and address any feedback or concerns promptly. Additionally, demonstrate reliability and professionalism by consistently delivering high standard grooms.
- Sanitisation and Cleanliness - Maintaining a clean and organized grooming area, including disinfecting equipment, washing towels and grooming tools, and ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for dogs and staff.
- Product Knowledge - Maximizing Revenue through Grooming Services Promotion and combine this service with providing expert advice to support the sale of own-brand products.
What you will bring with you
- Fully flexible across 5 days, it is a full time role which includes weekends
- Previous hands on experience in grooming salon and/or QQI Level 6 Dog Grooming/City & Guilds
- Proficient in all aspects of grooming and clipping all dog breeds to a high standard.
- Professional attitude that can communicate effectively with all salon customers and the wider grooming team to build trust and rapport with pet parents.
- Time management: Independently prioritise and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- A passion for Animals: Interest in grooming/animal care. Are comfortable/confident around all breeds of dogs (large and small) and treats all furry visitors to the salon as they would their own pet.
- Personal development: Drives their own development within the salon, is reliable, asks questions, uses time effectively to learn from the qualified groomer in the salon. Sees a long term career in grooming.
Why join us?
- Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service
- Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon
- Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave
- Refer a friend scheme
- State of the art grooming salon
- Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path.
- Community-A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals
- Educational opportunities- Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans.
- We are closed Easter Sunday, St. Stephen’s day and Christmas Day
- Employee assistance programme
- Store Christmas Party
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Free Grooming Uniform
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Dog groomer teacher (Hertfordshire)
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*Location:*nGroomarts Academy, 170 High Street, London Colney, AL2 1JY
*Hours:*nFull-time – Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
*Salary:*n£30,000 - £4,000 per year (depending on experience)
*About Us*nGroomarts is a leading academy dedicated to training the next generation of professional dog groomers. We are looking for an energetic and inspiring Lead Educator who is passionate about grooming and loves helping others grow their skills and confidence.
*What We’re Looking For*
We are looking for someone who is:
* Positive, professional and passionate about groomingn* A confident leader who can motivate and support both students and staffn* Experienced in dog grooming and ideally has experience in teaching or mentoring others
*Requirements*
* Minimum of 2/3 years of professional dog grooming experiencen* Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming (or equivalent experience)n* Teaching, Assessor, or IQA qualifications (preferred but not essential)n* Ability to work in a teamn* Strong communication and organisational skillsn* Comfortable using IT systems and software
*Key Responsibilities*
* Teach and mentor students to help them gain the skills and confidence to become professional dog groomersn* Motivate and support the grooming and teaching studentsn* Ensure high-quality training is delivered across the academyn* Maintain strong relationships with both students and dog ownersn* Work closely with the business owner to share updates and ideas for growth
*What We Offer*
* Salary between £3 000 - 4,000 per year (depending on experience)n* 29 days holiday (including your birthday off and bank holidays)n* Occasional weekend work for special events (paid extra)n* Company pensionn* Employee discountsn* Flexitime where possiblen* Free on-site parkingn* Opportunities to attend national grooming events and competitions
*Location Details*
This is an in-person role based in our academy in London Colney, Hertfordshire. Candidates should be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting the role.
*Application Question*nAs a Teacher you’ll need to use software and tools to manage classes and student records.n_Tell us about a time when you figured out how to use a new piece of technology (like an app, software, or device) on your own. What was it, and how did you learn it?_
*Experience Required*
* Dog grooming: 2/3 years (required)
*Education*
* A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
*Licence/Certification*
* Driving licence (required)
*Work Authorisation*
* United Kingdom (required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £3 000.00- 4,000.00 per year
Benefits:n* Company pensionn* Employee discountn* Flexitimen* Free parkingn* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:n* St Albans, Hertfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):n* "As a Teacher, you’ll need to use software and tools to manage classes and student records. Tell us about a time when you figured out how to use a new piece of technology (like an app, software, or device) on your own. What was it, and how did you learn it?"
Education:n* A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:n* dog grooming: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:n* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:n* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Training Academy Manager & Teacher – Dog Grooming Academyn