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Apprenticeship in Hairdressing - Iristylers Academy IRISTYLERS LTD

Do you have the passion for hairdressing? This could be your dream job. Iristylers Academy is a beautiful salon on the high street, in the heart of Dover. It is a super busy salon with hair, beauty and tanning available. They are now looking for someone to join their amazing team with an opportunity of a massive future career.

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Closing date: 26 Jun 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Weekly wage

    £144.30

    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

    Opening times: Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm.

    Total hours per week: 30.00

  • Expected duration

    24 months

  • Possible start date

    10 Jul 2022

  • Date posted

    10 Nov 2021

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC001789086

  • Positions

    1 available

** Please DO NOT attempt to contact the employer to apply for this position as your application will not be considered. **

Do you have the passion for hairdressing? This could be your dream job.

Iristylers Academy is a beautiful salon on the high street, in the heart of Dover. It is a super busy salon with hair, beauty and tanning available. They are now looking for someone to join their amazing team with an opportunity of a massive future career.

Main duties to include:

  • Reception duties
  • Meeting & greeting clients
  • Making refreshments
  • Assisting qualified stylists
  • Day to day cleaning & tidying of salon
  • Opportunity to practice your training with model clients

A Hair Apprenticeship is diverse and offers you the chance to channel your artistic talent in a creative setting. Training and development takes place during this part of the apprenticeship, which includes a qualification.

The on programme learning for this apprenticeship is mainly through the on the job experience with a salon environment, focused on gaining the knowledge and demonstrating the skills in several core areas.

20% off the job is required and evidenced with theory delivery, shadowing, mentoring and coaching at our sites and in the workplace.

You will also study English and maths at a level to suit you. All Hair Stylists will need to communicate effectively with clients, order stock and calculate pricing.

You will be mentored and trained by fully qualified tutors and assessors.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

  • Good communication skills
  • Organised

Personal qualities

  • Works well in a team
  • Dress smart
  • Open to feedback
  • Demonstrates patience and calmness when dealing with customer conflict and challenge

Desired qualifications

  • Maths and English GCSE A-C/8-4 desired or equivalent
  • Level 1 Hair and Beauty would be an advantage 

Future prospects

This employer is looking for the apprentice that they recruit to sustain a long-term career with them & the chance to develop and progress to full-time employment.

Once fully qualified, Hair Stylists earn on average £14,000-£30,000 per year.

Things to consider

Training on the Apprenticeships Programme for 16 to 18 year olds is a priority and fully funded by Government. Training for Apprenticeships for those over this age is part funded, with employers expected to make a 5% contribution for all learners that are 19+.

PLEASE NOTE: The dates as entered for the interview/start dates for this opportunity are to be used as a guide. Interviews will take place as close to this date as is reasonably practical for the employer, followed by a start date offered by the employer.

You may be required to work weekends & late evenings and maybe required to complete a work trial day and/or trade test.

This position is dependent on work experience & GCSE (or equivalent) grades.

You will also be required to complete a pre-screening interview over the phone or online with one of TNB Skills Training advisers before your details are passed to the employer to ensure you meet their criteria, so please expect a call.

About the employer

Mary and Tina, mother and daughter, started as a small salon in London Road and moved to the Biggin Street, Dover location in January 2020.

They offer all hair services including balayage, hi-lights and air blonding from senior stylists, stylists and juniors, limited services from juniors, so the choice is yours.

All your beauty needs from facial waxing, tinting and lash extensions are available. 

There are 2 sun bedrooms, a lay down and a stand up both are private and comfortable.

All your hair and beauty needs under 1 roof in modern surroundings tastefully decorated.

Employer

IRISTYLERS LTD

Address

20

Biggin Street

Dover

CT16 1BH

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Training

Training provider

TNB Skills Training

Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by That Nail Place Ltd

  • Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professional
  • Maths & English Functional Skills

Employability Skills to include to be able to:

  • Demonstrate professionalism and a passion for the industry
  • Correct behaviours and communication & safe working practices in the hair industry

Apprenticeship standard

Hair professional

Level 2 (GCSE)

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