Hairdressing Apprenticeship at The Topiary The Topiary Salon - Old Basing

Kleek have an outstanding opportunity to start an exciting career as a hairdresser to provide hair services for men and women. The Topiary Salon - Old Basing in Hampshire have an amazing apprenticeship vacancy in their excellent salon for an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to start their hairdressing journey.

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

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Closing date: 31 Dec 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

    Working times will be discussed with successful applicant.

    Total hours per week: 40.00

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    25 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000200995

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

The Topiary Salon - Old Basing 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 salon team and Kleek educators you will also be learning how a salon works, all while earning a wage.

Duties include:

  • Reception
  • Answering telephone enquiries
  • Greeting customers
  • Assisting stylists
  • Shampooing
  • General salon duties

The training you will be getting

You will be training towards a Hair Professional Level 2 qualification, supported by Kleek Apprenticeships and the team at your home salon. The level 2 qualification in hairdressing includes consultation, shampoo/condition and treating the hair, cutting hair using a range of techniques, style and finish and colouring and lightening 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. The programme is ideal for those with no experience in the industry and wanting a successful and exciting career in hairdressing.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

After you have completed your Hair Professional Level 2 you will be a fully qualified hair stylist and will be able to work independently within your salon.

You will be able to develop your skills further by advancing onto a Diploma in Advanced and Creative Hairdressing or choose any of the other apprenticeships available at 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.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care 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

We like to push the boundaries, we aren’t your usual salon. Our stylists work backstage at events such as European Fashion weeks, TV, music and film work, and we have had our voices and work published via national & international media. The Topiary is at the helm of this beautiful, fast paced industry, don’t underestimate us.

Employer

The Topiary Salon - Old Basing

Address

69a The Street

Old Basing, Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG24 7BY

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Training

Training provider

KLEEK APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Hairdressing professional

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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 Dec 2023