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Apprenticeship in Hairdressing to become a Hair Professional J J's Hair Shop

Apprentice hairdresser to undertake a 24-month course that includes a Hairdressing Diploma at Level 2 and the new Hair Professional standards. Employed four days in the salon and one day training at the Academy, including some weekend working expected.

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Closing date: 31 Mar 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Weekly wage

    £161.25

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Typically 37.5 hours, including Saturdays and 1 late night. Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 37.50

  • Expected duration

    24 months

  • Possible start date

    30 Apr 2022

  • Date posted

    05 May 2021

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC001707402

  • Positions

    1 available

Apprentice hairdresser to undertake a 24-month course that includes a Hairdressing Diploma at Level 2 and the new Hair Professional standards. Employed four days in the salon and one day training at the Academy, including some weekend working expected.
Your role will also include:

  • Meeting and greeting clients in a friendly and helpful manner
  • Shampooing and conditioning hair and providing treatments drying hair, setting hair and sourcing equipment. Assisting qualified hairdressers with mixing colours, moving on to colour application and colour choice
  • Some basic cutting and styling will be involved in this role, which will become more complex throughout the training to include some advanced techniques
  • Assisting with reception duties and offering refreshments to clients, moving onto making new appointments for clients
  • Keeping the salon clean and tidy

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

We are looking for applications from individuals who have the following skills:

  • You need to be confident and have the ability to work independently without the need for close supervision.
  • Good Customer Service and Communication skills are vital in this role.
  • You must be able to follow instructions with a methodical approach.
  • You must be organised and have good attention to detail.
  • Good co-ordination is vital for this role.

Personal qualities

  • You must be self-driven and have a positive, enthusiastic approach to your work with a desire to succeed in Hairdressing
  • A helpful and friendly approach is essential
  • Willingness to go that extra mile and succeed
  • A professional appearance is essential

Desired qualifications

Good grades in English and Maths are a bonus, but not essential. However, you must achieve a minimum of entry level 3 in both subjects at initial assessment to secure a place on an apprenticeship.

Future prospects

  • Senior Hair Professional Apprenticeship in Hairdressing

Things to consider

This role will involve working with chemicals, heated equipment and sharp scissors. Any further requirements will be discussed at interview.

Philips Hair Salons is managing the recruitment for this vacancy on behalf of this salon; therefore, all applications must be submitted directly to us via the Apprenticeship vacancies system. IMPORTANT: You must not contact the employer directly.

You will be in receipt of the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (ANMW), which is £4.30 per hour. This is the legal minimum pay per hour applying to 16-18-year-old apprentices and those aged 19 and over in the first year of their apprenticeship. For apprentices 19 or over who have completed their first year and are continuing their apprenticeship, the National Minimum wage appropriate to their age applies. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

About the employer

Professional, well established salon in Normanton.

A family business, JJ's Hairshop has been serving customers in and around Normanton and for more than 30 years.

Employer

J J's Hair Shop

Address

15

Castleford Rd

Normanton

WF6 2DP

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Training

Training provider

PHILIPS HAIR SALONS LIMITED

Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Philips Hair Salons Ltd

Contact

Paul Dickinson paul@philipshairsalons.co.uk

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing
  • Hair Professional standards
  • Functional Skills in Maths and English as required

Apprenticeship standard

Hair professional

Level 2 (GCSE)

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