Hairdressing - Hair Professional Apprenticeship

Apprentices beginning their Hair Professional Apprenticeship may be expected to carry out a variety of tasks, including:

Shampooing clients and applying hair treatments Blow drying and basic styling Assisting senior stylists and other team members Providing front-of-house support, such as greeting clients and managing bookings Performing general salon duties to maintain cleanliness and organisation

Training:

VTCT will award your Hair Professional qualification, which is a nationally recognised Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gain essential skills and experience to begin your career in the hair industry.

During your apprenticeship, you will receive:

Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing Functional Skills in Maths and English at Level 1 or 2 (if required)

All training is work-based and delivered in a reputable commercial salon, where you will work as part of the salon team. 

Course Content Includes:

Client care and consultation Shampooing, conditioning, and treating the hair Ladies’ cutting techniques Hair colouring Styling and finishing the hair

You will also complete one optional unit from the following:

Perming hair Relaxing hair

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the Hair Professional Apprenticeship, there are several progression opportunities available to support your continued growth in the hairdressing industry, including:

Progression onto the Advanced & Creative Hair Professional Apprenticeship Specialisation in areas such as Barbering or becoming a Colour Expert Pursuing qualifications such as the Assessor’s Award or TAQA (Training, Assessment, and Quality Assurance) to move into training and assessing roles

These pathways provide opportunities to expand your expertise, enhance your career options, and potentially move into salon management and education.

Employer Description:
HESSLE SALON Nestled in the lavish surroundings of Hessle’s ‘designer row’ Unique offers clients gorgeous hair delivered with luxury service. COTTINGHAM SALON The original Unique Salon, and home of fabulous hair, is set within the centre of the picturesque Cottingham Village. Offering a luxury retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. BEVERLEY SALON In the heart of historic Beverley, our latest salon offers beautiful hairdressing coupled with the ultimate pampering experience desired by the town’s cosmopolitan and style-conscious residents.

Working Hours :
You will be expected to work on Saturdays (actual hours will be confirmed by the employer).

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Smart appearance,Passion for hairdressing,Positive and friendly attitude