Apprentice hairdresser

Introduction

If you'd like to work on a team who enjoy what they do every day then be part of Essence Hair to learn your craft in a Level 2 Hairdressing  apprenticeship.

Depending on your choice of provider, either in salon training or visit an academy, whilst learning on the job in a nurturing salon team environment.

About the Employer

ESSENCE HAIR has traded for over 25 years and have generated numerous apprentices into a career in hairdressing. Essence Hair is a warm friendly salon that encourages staff to progress in there strengths and goals

What You'll Do

As a hairdressing apprentice, you'll take on various roles and responsibilities within a salon setting, including:

• Assisting Senior Stylists: Supporting experienced hairdressers with client consultations, preparation, and during hair treatments and services
• Shampooing and Conditioning: Performing basic hair care tasks such as shampooing, conditioning, and scalp treatments for clients
• Styling Assistance: Assisting with blow-drying, curling, straightening, and styling clients' hair according to their preferences
• Color Mixing and Application: Helping to prepare hair dye formulations, applying color, highlights, and other treatments under supervision
• Cleaning and Maintenance: Ensuring salon cleanliness by tidying workstations, washing and sterilising tools, and maintaining a hygienic environment
• Client Interaction: Interacting with clients in a professional and courteous manner, providing assistance, answering questions, and scheduling appointments
• Product Sales: Recommending and selling hair care products to clients based on their needs and preferences
• Learning and Development: Actively participating in training sessions, workshops, and educational programmes to enhance skills and knowledge
• Health and Safety Compliance: Adhering to salon health and safety protocols, including proper handling of chemicals, maintaining cleanliness, and following safety guidelines
• Portfolio Building: Documenting your work, progress, and achievements through a portfolio of completed hairstyles, treatments, and client feedback
• By taking on these responsibilities, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience and develop the skills necessary for a successful career in hairdressing

Training Outcome

There could be potential to continue into a level 3, continued development after completing the level 2 is essential to gain skills and grow as a stylist.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
• Kindness

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - Maths amd English - 4

Course Information

Course: Hairdressing professional (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Hair and beauty

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: The salon working hours are Monday - Wednesday 9.30am - 5.30pm Thursday and Friday, either 9.30am or 10.30am start until 6.00pm or 8.00pm Saturday 8.00am - 4.30pm with 1 day off per week and 1 day off site training. These days and times will be arranged on starting.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: CHEYNES TRAINING LIMITED