Hairdressing Apprenticeship

Welcoming clients and ensuring they have a great experience Assisting stylists with shampooing, blow-drying, and other tasks Keeping the salon clean, tidy, and well-organised Restocking products and maintaining supplies Providing excellent customer service and supporting the team

Training:
Training Provider: Waltham Forest College Forest Road, Walthamstow, London E17 4JB Apprenticeship Programme: Hairdressing Professional - Level 2 Delivery Model: On-the-job training (workplace): The apprentice will receive practical training and experience within their salon workplace for 4 days per week. This will include supervised practice, client services, and salon operations to build real working skills Off-the-job training (college): The apprentice will attend Waltham Forest College one day per week. Training will take place at the college campus (Forest Road, Walthamstow, London E17 4JB). This day will focus on theoretical knowledge, technical skills, and assessment preparation

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of the Hairdressing Professional Level 2 Apprenticeship, apprentices will be fully qualified at entry-level for the hairdressing industry. They will have developed the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to carry out a range of salon services under supervision.

Apprentices can progress onto the Hairdressing Professional Level 3 Apprenticeship, which provides advanced technical training and specialist skills. The Level 3 programme focuses on:

Advanced cutting and colouring techniques
Creative styling and finishing
Client consultation for advanced services
Supervisory responsibilities within a salon environment

Completion of Level 3 can lead to senior stylist roles, colour technician positions, or prepare apprentices for further progression into salon management, specialist training, or teaching roles in the hairdressing sector.

Employer Description:
For over 25 years, Danilo has been making waves in the hairdressing industry, turning his passion for precision cutting and creative coloring into a celebrated career. In 2012, he brought his lifelong dream to life with the opening of Danilo Giangreco London, a space where artistry meets luxury. ​ Inspired by his Italian heritage and renowned for his meticulous attention to detail, Danilo’s talent has caught the eye of global brands like Revlon Professional and earned him a devoted clientele who travel from all over the UK just to sit in his chair. ​ When he’s not crafting effortlessly chic styles in the salon, you’ll find him backstage at London Fashion Week, translating high-fashion trends into wearable, client-friendly looks. With a string of international accolades to his name—Danilo continues to push boundaries and redefine modern hair artistry. ​

Working Hours :
Monday - In college 9am to 5pm Tuesday - Saturday 9am to 5pm Shifts, May work evenings, and weekends

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience