Traineeship - Dog Grooming

Dog Grooming Traineeship with Paws Please in Moorooka, QLD

Paws Please is currently looking for a bubbly and enthusiastic team member to join our fast-growing dog grooming, sitting, and day care business.

Recent school leavers are highly encouraged to apply.

Working alongside qualified and skilled pet groomers and handlers, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience, mentoring, and support throughout this government-registered traineeship. While receiving consistent on-the-job training, you’ll also study a Certificate III in Animal Care Services (Pet Grooming) to gain a nationally recognised qualification.

Under the supervision of senior groomers, you’ll develop skills in:

• Bathing, drying, and brushing techniques
• Health assessments
• Deshedding dogs
• Dog handling, walking, and restraint techniques
• Cleaning dog ears
• Clipping and sanding nails
• Styling and clipping dog hair
• Equipment sterilisation and maintenance
• Cleaning and hygiene routines
• Customer service including bookings, reception, and record keeping
• Social media content – photos, videos, editing, and posting

Work Days and Schedule:

• Regular work days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays
• Minimum 22.8 hours per week (permanent part-time)
• Closed over Easter and also closed for one week from 19 April through to 25 April 2026 as it's my birthday so annual leave would need to be taken at that time. 
• Closed over Christmas so two annual leave would need to be taken at that time. 

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, don't wait - apply now using the 'I'm interested' link!

To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.