Hair Professional Apprenticeship

Introduction

Are you ready to turn your passion for hair into a profession? James Bushall Salons are offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to begin their journey in the hair industry. You will work towards a nationally recognised qualification while gaining valuable experience in a professional salon environment.

About the Employer

Having trained with the best, and with over 15 years’ experience in hairdressing, James Bushell is one of Birmingham’s most talented within the industry, both in Birmingham and across the UK.

Since opening the flagship James Bushell Hairdressing Salon, Edgbaston, Birmingham, in 2006, his career and the brand have gone from strength to strength, becoming the premium name in expert, luxury hairdressing.

After 8 years, and a high customer demand, James expanded The James Bushell Hairdressing salon brand with a second salon location in Solihull, quickly followed by a third in Harvey Nichols, The Mailbox, Birmingham.

Each salon offers the most up-to-date techniques and their teams of expert and talented hairdressers offer the best in colouring and styling, and work with all the best, major brands and product ranges at all 3 salon locations.

What You'll Do

Apprentices beginning their Hair Professional Apprenticeship may be expected to carry out a variety of tasks, including:

• Shampooing clients’ hair and applying treatments
• Blow-drying and basic styling
• Assisting senior stylists and other team members
• Providing front-of-house support, including greeting clients and managing bookings
• Carrying out general salon duties to maintain cleanliness and organisation

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of the Hair Professional Apprenticeship, there are several progression opportunities available to support your continued growth in the hairdressing industry, including:

• Progression onto the Advanced and Creative Hair Professional Apprenticeship
• Specialising in areas such as barbering or becoming a colour expert
• Pursuing qualifications such as the Assessor’s Award or TAQA (Training, Assessment, and Quality Assurance) to move into training and assessing roles

These pathways provide opportunities to expand your expertise, enhance your career options, and potentially progress into salon management or education.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Smart appearance
• Passion for hairdressing
• Positive and friendly attitude
• Dedication

Course Information

Course: Hairdressing professional (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Hair and beauty

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Days and hours will be confirmed by the employer. Minimum 30 hours per week, Maximum 40 hours per week. Includes Saturdays.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 4 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: FRANCESCO GROUP (HOLDINGS) LIMITED