Apprentice Hair Professional

The Truth in Colour®

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE1 8JW)

Closes in 22 days (Monday 31 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 6 August 2026

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Summary

Begin your career with THE TRUTH IN COLOUR®, an award-winning, consultation-led salon. Learn from experienced professionals while working towards your Hair Professional Level 2 Apprenticeship. Gain hands-on experience in cutting, colouring, styling and customer care within a supportive team committed to your development.

Wage

£15,808 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Salary will be reviewed throughout the apprenticeship based on performance, attendance, commitment and progression. Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to a permanent position with further training and career development opportunities.

Training course
Hairdressing professional (level 2)
Hours
38 hours per week over 5 days on a rota. Working hours will fall within the salon's opening hours, Monday to Saturday. The salon is closed on Bank Holidays. Hours may vary to meet business and apprenticeship training requirements.

38 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

2 years

Positions available

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

  • Welcome and care for clients throughout their visit.
  • Shampoo, condition and prepare hair for services.
  • Assist stylists with cutting, colouring and styling.
  • Mix and prepare professional hair colour safely.
  • Learn consultation and customer service skills.
  • Maintain exceptional salon hygiene and presentation.
  • Sterilise and organise tools and equipment.
  • Support reception duties and appointment management.
  • Develop blow-drying, styling and finishing techniques.
  • Receive ongoing training while working towards carrying out services independently.

Where you'll work

26
Ridley Place
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE1 8JW

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

KLEEK APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

Training course

Hairdressing professional (level 2)

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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 will take place both within our salon and with our approved training provider.
  • You will receive regular off-the-job training as part of your Hair Professional Level 2 Apprenticeship.
  • Day-to-day learning will be supported by experienced stylists through practical coaching, mentoring and regular reviews.
  • Time will be allocated throughout your working week for apprenticeship learning and development.

More training information

  • You'll learn in a real, busy salon specialising in consultation-led hairdressing, bespoke colour and healthy hair.
  • Alongside your apprenticeship, you'll receive ongoing in-salon education, product knowledge and mentoring from experienced professionals.
  • Successful completion may lead to a permanent position and progression onto a Level 3 apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 (C))
  • Maths (grade 4 (C))

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Patience
  • Professionalism
  • Reliability
  • Excellent timekeeping
  • Willingness to learn
  • Positive attitude
  • Passion for hairdressing

Other requirements

  • A genuine passion for hairdressing and customer service is essential.
  • Excellent punctuality, attendance and a professional attitude are expected.
  • Applicants should be willing to learn, accept feedback and work as part of a close-knit team.
  • Hairdressing is a physically active role involving standing for long periods and working with clients throughout the day.
  • Flexibility is required to work within the salon's opening hours, including Saturdays.
  • Applicants must present themselves in a professional manner appropriate for a luxury salon environment.

About this employer

THE TRUTH IN COLOUR® is an award-winning, consultation-led hair salon based in Newcastle upon Tyne. We specialise in healthy hair, bespoke colouring, colour correction, precision cutting and premium haircare. We believe exceptional hairdressing begins with education, honesty and attention to detail. Our team is committed to continuous learning, providing outstanding client care and supporting apprentices to develop the skills, confidence and professionalism needed for a successful long-term career in the hairdressing industry.

https://www.truthincolour.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Private healthcare with Vitality after 12 months' service
  • Annual travel insurance
  • Dental, optical and hearing cover
  • Discounts on gym memberships and wellbeing services through Vitality
  • Ongoing education and mentoring from experienced professionals
  • Staff discounts on salon services and professional products
  • Opportunity to progress to a permanent role and level 3 apprenticeship

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to a permanent position within THE TRUTH IN COLOUR®. There will also be opportunities to progress onto the Level 3 Advanced and Creative Hair Professional apprenticeship, undertake specialist training and continue developing your skills through ongoing education and mentoring.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

The Truth in Colour®

Paul Clayton

paul@truthincolour.co.uk

01912221311

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046677.

Apply now

Closes in 22 days (Monday 31 August 2026 at 11:59pm)