PAWPADOUR I Dog Grooming & Styling in London
Dog Groomer / Stylist
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Pawpadour Dog & Cat Grooming Salon - Tooting & Kingston, South London
Pay
£15 per hour (+ annual training budget - see below)
Hours
Monday to Saturday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Job Type
Full time
Join a Salon That Actually Invests in You
Pawpadour is a small, independent dog and cat grooming salon with a loyal client base and a genuine reputation for exceptional work. We're not a high-volume factory-line groomer - we're a calm, crate-free salon where quality, skill and animal welfare come first. If you're a groomer who takes real pride in your finishing work and wants to keep growing your craft, this is a salon where that's noticed and rewarded.
We specialise in Teddy Bear trims, Asian Fusion styling, breed standard grooming, hand scissoring, creative styling, deshedding treatments, cat grooming, and ultrasonic teeth cleaning - so you'll be working across a genuinely varied and interesting client base, not the same three cuts on repeat.
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Dog Groomer / Stylist to join our team across our Tooting and Kingston salons. You'll groom independently, bring strong handling skills, and consistently produce high-quality work - around 4 to 5 dogs per day, with the time to do it properly rather than being rushed.
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We back experienced groomers with ongoing in-house training and support too, so you'll keep developing your skills rather than standing still.
Responsibilities
- Groom 4 to 5 dogs per day to a consistently high standard
- Carry out full grooms including bathing, drying, clipping, hand scissoring, nail trimming and ear cleaning
- Safely handle dogs of all breeds, sizes and temperaments
- Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic working environment
- Work independently and manage your daily schedule efficiently
- Welcome clients, discuss grooming requirements and provide professional advice
- Book appointments, process payments and manage customer enquiries
- Build strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service
- Work as part of a friendly team while being confident working alone when required
What We're Looking For
- Previous professional dog grooming experience
- Ability to complete high-quality grooms independently
- Excellent scissoring and finishing skills
- Good knowledge of breed trims and coat types
- Calm, patient and kind approach to animal handling
- Friendly, confident and professional when speaking with clients
- Comfortable using booking systems and taking payments
- Reliable, organised and able to work efficiently throughout the day
- Passion for learning and developing your grooming skills
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What We Offer
- £15 per hour
- £500 annual training budget - put towards courses, workshops or specialist certifications of your choice, so you keep building your skillset on us
- 28 days paid holiday, pension scheme & staff discounts
- Employee mentoring programme
- A friendly, welcoming and supportive team - not a revolving door
- A relaxed, crate-free salon environment
- Work with a huge variety of breeds and grooming styles
- A salon that values quality over quantity and genuinely backs continuous learning
- Real opportunity to build a loyal client base and grow your reputation with us
Location
Applicants must live within a 45-minute commute of one of our salons (Tooting or Kingston). Applications outside this range unfortunately cannot be progressed.
Application questions
- Which of our salons (Tooting or Kingston) would you prefer, or are you open to either?
- How long would your typical commute to the salon be?
If you're passionate about grooming, take real pride in your finishing work, and want to join a salon that invests in its team as much as its clients, we'd love to hear from you.
Work Location
In person
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