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Hair Professional Apprentice Faking It

Fantastic opportunity to join a hair salon in Northampton as a Hair Professional Apprentice. You will assist with duties such as shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using a range of techniques etc. Could this be the role for you? Apply now!

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Closing date: 05 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,754.20

    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

    Days and shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 35.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    31 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000102304

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Your duties will involve all aspects of training towards gaining the Hair Professional Apprenticeship standard.

Hairdressers will be able to:

  • Shampoo and condition hair
  • Cut hair using a range of techniques
  • Style and finish hair to create a variety of looks
  • Colour and lighten hair for ladies
  • Hairdressers must be able to work with all hair types ranging from straight hair to very curly, wiry hair
  • They also need to be able to carry out consultations with clients
  • Demonstrate the professionalism, values, behaviours, communication skills and safe working practices associated with their role
  • Be able to work without supervision to a high level of precision, with exceptional client care skills

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

One day per week at Aston's Academy in central Northampton, working towards the Hair Professional Level 2 Apprenticeship standard, which includes Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals (Hairdressing/Barbering) and Functional Skills maths and English if applicable.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once you have achieved your Hair Professional Apprenticeship standard, there is always the opportunity of progressing onto an advanced level apprenticeship in hairdressing or in development, the Senior Hair Professional Apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 3) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 3) Desired

Things to consider

This role will involve standing for the majority of your working day. Due to the nature of the business you will be required to work Saturdays, you may also be required to work some late evenings within your working week.

About the employer

We are Faking It! A fun, friendly local salon based on Grange Park Northampton and we are here to take care of your tanning, hair & beauty needs. Why not pop in for a chat and a shot of smarties.

Employer

Faking It

Address

5 Williams Way

Grange Park

Northampton

NN4 5DW

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Training

Training provider

BEDFORD COLLEGE

Contact

Courtney Bishop

courtney.bishop@aston-training.co.uk

01604 230371

Apprenticeship standard

Hair professional

Level 2 (GCSE)

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