Barbering Apprenticeship at Blak Bear Blak Bear

Kleek have an outstanding opportunity to start an exciting career in as a barber, to provide hair services for men. Blak Bear in York have an amazing apprenticeship vacancy in their comfortable salon for an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to start their barbering journey. Duties include: Reception duties Answering telephone enquiries Greeting customers

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 31 Aug 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    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 will be discussed with successful applicant.

    Total hours per week: 40.00

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    05 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000161041

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Blak Bear are working with Kleek Apprenticeships to help train new team members with the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to be successful in their salon. Alongside the outstanding training being provided by the Blak Bear team and Kleek educators you will also be learning how the business works, all while earning a wage.

Duties include:

  • Reception duties
  • Answering telephone enquiries
  • Greeting customers
  • Assisting barbers and other associated duties as required such as; consultations, shampoo and conditioning, styling and finishing men’s hair, cutting and shaping facial hair and shaving services.


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

You will be training towards a Hair Professional Level 2 (Barbering) qualification, supported by Kleek Apprenticeships and the team at your home salon.

The Level 2 qualification in Barbering includes; consultation, shampoo/condition and treating the hair, cutting hair using a range of techniques, style and finish hair.

You do not need any formal qualifications to start the apprenticeship however you will need to have passed English and maths to complete it. Kleek Apprenticeships will help you gain these functional skills alongside the apprenticeship with our bespoke learning modules.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

After you have completed your Hair Professional Level 2 (Barbering) you will be a fully qualified barber and will be able to work independently within your salon.

You will be able to develop your skills further by advancing onto any of the other apprenticeships available with Kleek Apprenticeships, each of which will allow you to increase your knowledge add to your skill set and become ever more valuable to your salon.

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Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

Other none (Grade N/A) Desired

Things to consider

Once you have successfully completed the program you will be submitted for your End Point Assessment. The EPA is an assessment of all the knowledge, skills and behaviours you have learned throughout your apprenticeship, it confirms you are ready and competent in the career path you have chosen. These assessments have been designed and developed by employers in the hairdressing industry to reflect the daily work of a hairdresser. This makes them very sought after by employers across the industry.

About the employer

Blak Bear is a fantastic barbers located in York, North Yorkshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in barbering at a businesswhich prides itself on being at the heart of the community and helpingapprentices to succeed in the barbering industry.

Employer

Blak Bear

Address

20b Walmgate

York

North Yorkshire

YO1 9TJ

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Training

Training provider

KLEEK APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Hairdressing professional

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Aug 2023