Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship Whispers Hair

Whispers Hair is recruiting for a Hairdressing Apprentice to join their successful team based in Cheadle. Apprentices will receive training in all aspects of hairdressing and become a fully qualified stylists in a vibrant, exciting, and successful salon.

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Closing date: 31 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,884.16

    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

    One 7-hour day in college, with 2 days off (the role includes weekend work). Days and times to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 36.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    16 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000205758

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

The duties and responsibilities within the salon include:

  • Meeting and greeting clients in a friendly and helpful manner.
  • Assisting qualified Hairdressers with shampooing, providing treatments, blow-drying etc.
  • After relevant training, some basic cutting and styling will be involved in this role. This will become more complex as your skills develop.
  • Working on the reception desk and booking client appointments.
  • Keeping the salon clean and tidy.
  • Offering clients refreshments.

The training you will be getting

You will train with Michaeljohn Training School, a multi-award-winning training provider with over 40 years of experience in the hairdressing and barbering industry. Our team of dedicated educators are highly skilled hair professionals who continue to work in some of the industry’s most reputable salons. You will achieve Level 2 Diploma for Hairdressing Professional and Functional skills level 2 in maths and English (if needed).

Our academy – with 4 floors of salons and learning zones – is the ideal environment to learn hairdressing and barbering; you will attend one day per week on day release from your employer. We only work on live models for training and assessments purposes, giving you real life salon experience.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • This is a perfect opportunity to get into hairdressing, earning (on average) salaries of £25,000+ once qualified.
  • Potential of securing a permanent job within the same company on completion of your qualification.
  • Opportunities to become your own boss, work mobile, work abroad, work on model runways and cruise ships – the opportunities are endless!
  • Progression to a Level 3 Advanced and Creative Hair Professional or Level 2 Barbering Professional Standard.
  • Progression on to a Teaching Qualification.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

None

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English & maths (Grade 9-1) Desired

Things to consider

This role will involve working with chemicals, heated equipment, and sharp scissors – we will train you to work safely and practically. If you are short-listed for this role, you will have to attend an interview with the training school before we send you to the salon. The role may include weekend work depending on your salon, and possibly one late night.

About the employer

We are a team of fun-loving people and we all understand the many different styles of hairdressing sought by each individual client. We work hard to ensure client satisfaction while offering the most innovative techniques in hairdressing. Our junior staff are trained and educated to the highest standards, to ensure that we share the same work ethic throughout the company. Our philosophy is to make every hairstyle as individual as the client.

Employer

Whispers Hair

Address

22 STATION ROAD

CHEADLE HULME

CHEADLE

SK8 7AB

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Training

Training provider

MICHAEL MCCORMACK

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

Contact

Michaeljohn Training School

info@mj-training.co.uk

0161 819 2552

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

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