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Hairdressing Apprentice McCrory Hair

McCrory Hair is recruiting a Hairdressing Apprentice to join their successful team based on Oxford Road, Manchester. Apprentices will receive training in all aspects of hairdressing and become a fully qualified stylist in a vibrant and successful salon.

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Closing date: 30 Nov 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    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

    Tuesday to Saturday. Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Dec 2022

  • Date posted

    03 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000092278

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include:

  • Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
  • Style and finish hair using a range of techniques to create a variety of looks
  • Greeting clients 
  • Assisting stylists on the salon floor 
  • Making refreshments 
  • Off the job training from the salon
  • Keeping the store presentable and tidy 
  • Rinsing colour and applying treatments
  • Booking appointments
  • Client consultation
  • Building a client base

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Qualification to be achieved:

  • Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals (Hairdressing/Barbering).
  • Functional Skills in English to level 1/Level 2 where appropriate and applicable.
  • Functional Skills in mathematics to level 1/Level 2 where appropriate and applicable.

Curriculum Delivery:

  • Delivered in our state-of-the-art academy based in Manchester city centre one day per week, alongside in-salon training supported by a dedicated trainer/workplace mentor.

Training on:

  • Consultation.
  • Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp.
  • Cut hair using a range of techniques to create a variety of looks.
  • Style and finish hair using a range of techniques to create a variety of looks.
  • Colour and lighten hair using a range of techniques.
  • With optional units in hair extensions, hair relaxing and perming hair.  

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Progression onto further apprenticeship study - Advanced and Creative Hair Professional (Level 3).  
  • Develop a column of clients in a professional hair salon, increasing earnings potential. 
  • Promotion to Senior Stylist/Director Stylist level. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and mathematics (Grade Pass A*-C/9-4) Desired

Things to consider

You're passionate about hairdressing. You're able to commute to your location of work. 2-year qualification. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

About the employer

We are McCrory Hair. Our salon at Manchester Oxford Road covers a wide area and caters for an eclectic mix of clients of all ages, gender and styles. We pride ourselves in offering a first-class, professional service in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. We’re a colourful bunch, with a zero judgement attitude. Our award-winning, highly-educated team is passionate about delivering fantastic colour and amazing hair – we are trained Matrix Colour.

Employer

McCrory Hair

Address

340 Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9NG

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Training

Training provider

EVOLVE ACADEMY LTD

Contact

Craig Kingston

craiganthony@evolveacademy.org

0161 820 2015

Apprenticeship standard

Hair professional

Level 2 (GCSE)

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