Hairdressing Apprentice
THE HOUSE OF HAIR WOBURN LTD
Bedfordshire (MK17 8SY)
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 2 July 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 17 June 2026
Contents
Summary
Kickstart your career in hairdressing with a Level 2 Apprenticeship at The House of Hair—an exciting opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in a creative, trend-led salon while developing your skills, confidence, and passion for the industry.
- Wage
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£16,640 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Annual Salary
- Training course
- Hairdressing professional (level 2)
- Hours
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Variable shifts.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Sunday 4 October 2026
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
As a Hairdressing Level 2 Apprentice at The House of Hair, you will begin an exciting journey into the hair and beauty industry, gaining hands-on experience in a professional salon environment while working towards a recognised qualification. You will support the senior stylists and wider team with day-to-day salon duties, learning the foundations of hairdressing while developing your practical skills and confidence. Your role will involve assisting with client services, maintaining the presentation of the salon, and delivering excellent customer care at all times. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting stylists with a range of services, including washing, conditioning, and preparing clients for cuts, colours, and treatments • Greeting clients warmly, ensuring they feel comfortable and well looked after throughout their visit • Maintaining a clean, organised, and professional salon environment in line with health and safety standards • Preparing equipment, tools, and products for use during appointments • Supporting with reception duties where required, such as booking appointments and handling enquiries • Assisting with stock management and replenishment of products • Observing and learning from experienced stylists to build your technical knowledge and understanding of current trends
Where you'll work
2&3 Stamford House
The Square
Woburn Sands
Bedfordshire
MK17 8SY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
Training course
Hairdressing professional (level 2)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Adhere to legal and organisational requirements for the safe use of products, tools, materials and equipment.
- Apply safe, hygienic, and effective methods of working and infection control, while completing hairdressing services.
- Use communication and etiquette that meets industry requirements, suits and is appropriate to the organisation.
- Maintain the client’s confidentiality and comfort (modesty, privacy) at the start and during the service.
- Advise clients (new and regular) pre, during and after service on the maintenance of the look, complementary services and retail products available in the salon.
- Promote yourself, your organisation, products and services via a variety of social channels.
- Carry out wider salon duties to support the salon business (e.g. services, bookings, payments, retail, upselling and sales).
- Use a range of products, tools, equipment used in Hairdressing services in accordance with legal organisational requirements.
- Complete and maintain client records in accordance with legal and organisational requirements.
- Work as part of a team to support the salon businesses.
- Use working methods that promote environmental and sustainable working practices.
- Carry out a consultation, examine and analyse the hair, skin and scalp and complete relevant industry tests (e.g. hair classification type and characteristics tests).
- Identify (question/observation) any contraindications or limiting factors that are likely to affect or influence the service.
- Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp.
- Dry and finish hair using a range of techniques to create a range of looks, that meets the intended shape, direction, balance and volume agreed with the client.
- Use current setting and dressing techniques to create a range of looks that meets the intended shape, direction, balance, and volume agreed with the client.
- Cut hair using a range of technical skills and cutting techniques to create a range of looks, considering weight distribution, cutting angles, balance and degree of graduation, and the natural growth patterns of the hair, length of the hair ( club cutting, scissor over comb, clipper over comb, texturising, freehand, thinning, layering and razor cutting).
- Restyle hair to create a personalised short or medium (above the shoulder) length hair cut, changing the shape, length and style hair using a range of cutting techniques.
- Complete a range of hair colouring and lightening services to change the depth and tone using current colouring techniques (e.g. freehand techniques, woven highlights or lowlights, root re-touch, half head and full head application, temporary, semi-permanent, demi- permanent, quasi-permanent, permanent colour and lighteners).
- Evaluate the results of the service.
- Adhere to legal and organisational requirements for the safe use of products, tools, materials and equipment.
- Apply safe, hygienic, and effective methods of working and infection control, while completing hairdressing services.
- Use communication and etiquette that meets industry requirements, suits and is appropriate to the organisation.
- Maintain the client’s confidentiality and comfort (modesty, privacy) at the start and during the service.
- Advise clients (new and regular) pre, during and after service on the maintenance of the look, complementary services and retail products available in the salon.
- Promote yourself, your organisation, products and services via a variety of social channels.
- Carry out wider salon duties to support the salon business (e.g. services, bookings, payments, retail, upselling and sales).
- Use a range of products, tools, equipment used in Hairdressing services in accordance with legal organisational requirements.
- Complete and maintain client records in accordance with legal and organisational requirements.
- Work as part of a team to support the salon businesses.
- Use working methods that promote environmental and sustainable working practices.
- Carry out a consultation, examine and analyse the hair, skin and scalp and complete relevant industry tests (e.g. hair classification type and characteristics tests).
- Identify (question/observation) any contraindications or limiting factors that are likely to affect or influence the service.
- Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp.
- Dry and finish hair using a range of techniques to create a range of looks, that meets the intended shape, direction, balance and volume agreed with the client.
- Use current setting and dressing techniques to create a range of looks that meets the intended shape, direction, balance, and volume agreed with the client.
- Cut hair using a range of technical skills and cutting techniques to create a range of looks, considering weight distribution, cutting angles, balance and degree of graduation, and the natural growth patterns of the hair, length of the hair ( club cutting, scissor over comb, clipper over comb, texturising, freehand, thinning, layering and razor cutting).
- Restyle hair to create a personalised short or medium (above the shoulder) length hair cut, changing the shape, length and style hair using a range of cutting techniques.
- Complete a range of hair colouring and lightening services to change the depth and tone using current colouring techniques (e.g. freehand techniques, woven highlights or lowlights, root re-touch, half head and full head application, temporary, semi-permanent, demi- permanent, quasi-permanent, permanent colour and lighteners).
- Evaluate the results of the service.
Training schedule
Training & Development: You will work towards your Level 2 Hairdressing qualification, combining practical on-the-job training with structured learning. The House of Hair is committed to helping you grow, offering guidance, mentorship, and opportunities to develop your skills in cutting, colouring, styling, and client consultation.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths (grade 9-4)
- English (grade 9-4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication
- Timekeeping
- Teamwork
- Creativity
- Attention to detail
- Customer care
- Willing to learn
- Organisation
- Reliability
- Adaptability
Other requirements
As a Hairdressing Level 2 Apprentice at The House of Hair, you will begin an exciting journey into the hair and beauty industry, gaining hands-on experience in a professional salon environment while working towards a recognised qualification. You will support the senior stylists and wider team with day-to-day salon duties, learning the foundations of hairdressing while developing your practical skills and confidence. Your role will involve assisting with client services, maintaining the presentation of the salon, and delivering excellent customer care at all times. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting stylists with a range of services, including washing, conditioning, and preparing clients for cuts, colours, and treatments • Greeting clients warmly, ensuring they feel comfortable and well looked after throughout their visit • Maintaining a clean, organised, and professional salon environment in line with health and safety standards • Preparing equipment, tools, and products for use during appointments • Supporting with reception duties where required, such as booking appointments and handling enquiries • Assisting with stock management and replenishment of products • Observing and learning from experienced stylists to build your technical knowledge and understanding of current trends Training & Development: You will work towards your Level 2 Hairdressing qualification, combining practical on-the-job training with structured learning. The House of Hair is committed to helping you grow, offering guidance, mentorship, and opportunities to develop your skills in cutting, colouring, styling, and client consultation. What We’re Looking For: • A genuine passion for hairdressing and the beauty industry • A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong work ethic • Good communication and customer service skills • Creativity and interest in current hair trends • Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment • Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism What You’ll Gain: • Hands-on experience in a busy, creative salon • Ongoing support and mentoring from experienced professionals • A recognised Level 2 qualification in Hairdressing • The opportunity to grow your confidence, skills, and career prospects within the industry This apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to start their career in hairdressing, learn from talented stylists, and become part of a supportive and creative team at The House of Hair.
About this employer
The House of Hair is a modern, client-focused hair salon dedicated to delivering high-quality styling and personalised haircare services. Known for its creative expertise and attention to detail, the salon specialises in a wide range of treatments—from precision cutting and colouring to bespoke styling—designed to help every client feel confident and their best. At the heart of The House of Hair is a commitment to professionalism, creativity, and exceptional customer experience. The team prides itself on staying up to date with the latest industry trends and techniques, ensuring clients receive contemporary styles tailored to their individual needs. Collaboration, continuous learning, and a passion for hairdressing are key values that shape the salon’s culture. The House of Hair is a great place to work for individuals who are enthusiastic about the hair and beauty industry and eager to develop their skills. With a supportive team environment, opportunities for training and progression, and a strong emphasis on creativity, it offers an inspiring workplace where talent is nurtured and career growth is encouraged
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Potentially a full-time role
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
Cat Brown
Apprenticeships@mkcollege.ac.uk
01908 637056
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037779.
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Closes in 14 days (Thursday 2 July 2026 at 11:59pm)