Hairdressing Apprentice

Ready to launch your career in hairdressing?

The Strand is looking for a motivated, passionate individual who’s excited to take their first step into the hair industry. If you’re full of energy, love meeting new people, and want to be part of a fun, creative salon team, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

What you'll be doing:

Welcoming clients with a smile, answering phones, and helping manage appointments Shampooing and learning essential colour removal techniques Delivering great customer service by communicating confidently with clients and the team Watching and learning how to cut, style, and blow-dry using a variety of techniques Keeping the salon clean, tidy, and looking its best Supporting stylists and being a valuable part of the team every day

If you're ready to learn, grow, and bring your energy to a friendly salon team, we want to hear from you!

Training:

On and ‘off the job’ training, with one-to-one tutor/assessor support in working towards achieving a Level 2 Hair Professional Standard, along with Functional skills English and maths (if needed).

On completion of this qualification, you will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using a range of techniques, style and finish hair to create a variety of looks and colour and lighten hair for ladies and men. You will be able to carry out consultations with clients, demonstrate the professionalism, values, behaviours, communication skills and safe working practices associated with your role and be able to work without supervision to a high level of precision, with exceptional client care skills.

You will undertake an End-point assessment of the mandatory skills, knowledge and behaviours specified in the standards via:

A practical assessment Oral questioning

The practical assessment and oral questioning will assess the learner's professionalism, values, behaviours, communication, safe working practices and consultation skills.

Training Outcome:
With experience, you could become a senior stylist or salon manager. With further qualifications, you could also move into training or assessing student hairdressers You could become self-employed or open your own salon You may be able to use your skills as a hair professional in the theatre, film or television industry

Employer Description:
At our spacious, luxury salon, we’re passionate about delivering exceptional hair experiences. Our expert team uses top professional products and the latest techniques to ensure your hair is healthy, shiny, and perfectly styled to suit you. From personalised cuts and colours to relaxing treatments, every visit is tailored to make you feel confident and valued. Enjoy expert advice, a warm welcome, and exclusive rewards through our loyalty programme.

Working Hours :
The salon is open: Tuesday 10:00 – 20:00 Wednesday 09:00 – 17:00 Thursday 09:00 – 20:00 Friday 09:00 – 17:00 Saturday 08:30 – 16:30 Your hours will be completed within these times - agreed times to be confirmed with the successful applicant.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative