Hairdressing Apprentice

Introduction

Launch your hairdressing career as a Salon Apprentice! If you’re creative and passionate, join our welcoming salon to earn while you learn, train 1 day a week at Tamworth College, gain valuable hands-on experience, work alongside skilled stylists, and grow into a qualified professional. Perfect for enthusiastic, hardworking beginners.

About the Employer

Jealousi in Tamworth was founded in 2004 by business partners Stuart & Richard following the success of the previous salon in West Bromwich.

Stuart and Richard were eager to develop a salon that demonstrates a caring and friendly addition to the hair industry.

In 2009 Jealousi Tamworth merged with Garlands Florist, est 1984 enabling them to offer all inclusive wedding services. However, in 2010 Stuart and Richard decided to merge both companies under one roof. 

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
• Colour Mixing and Application: Helping to prepare hair dye formulations, applying colour, 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

• Full time position in the salon

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English and Maths - GCSE Grades 9 - 4 or A* - C

Course Information

Course: Hairdressing professional (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Hair and beauty

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: To be discussed at interview.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE COLLEGE