Job Description

Dog Grooming Assistant

\xc2\xa38,128 per annum, based on an FTE of \xc2\xa320,732 per annum

15 hours per week, including evening and weekend

Permanent

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK\'s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .

About the Role

• This role is to support the Dog Grooming School tutors in providing a viable, professional and efficient Dog Grooming Training Centre assisting within practical sessions supporting students on their training journey.
• You will be responsible for the preparation of facilities prior to training taking place, preparation of practical and paper resources and the processing of enrolment applications.
• You will ensure all areas are clean and tidy during and following training delivery and carry out housekeeping duties including laundry and equipment maintenance.
• This is a customer facing role responsible for booking grooming sessions and actively promoting the welfare and care of the dogs on site.

About You

• You will be qualified to C&G Level 2 in Dog Grooming and have previous experience and confidence with a variety of dog breeds.
• You will be able to work methodically and accurately, whilst maintain a professional and customer focused approach to all aspects of the role.
• You will demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a busy team environment and communicate with all levels of staff, students and industry partners in a confident and knowledgeable manner.

We offer a fantastic package of including:

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service (pro-rata for part time staff)
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)/(TPS)
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 16th July 2023

Interviews will be held on 24th July 2023

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hartpury University and Hartpury College