Apprentice hairdresser
Studio8 Hair Salon
OXTED, RH8 0PY
Closes in 10 days (Sunday 1 September at 11:59pm)
Posted on 2 July 2024
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Summary
We are looking for someone to join our lovely team in Oxted. We want an enthusiastic, dynamic apprentice to join our team. Any level of experience is welcome, so long as you have an interest in beautiful hair! This is a great opportunity to gain salon and technical experience - Wella training courses in cutting and colour will be offered.
- Annual wage
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£9,984 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Apprentices receive commission on sales of products per week as well as sales of colour services, hair treatments and eyelash and eyebrow services.
- Training course
- Hairdressing professional (level 2)
- Hours
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Flexibility on hours worked:
Monday (Closed)
Tuesday (9:00AM – 9:00PM)
Wednesday (9:00AM – 9:00PM)
Thursday (9:00AM – 9:00PM)
Friday (9:00AM – 6:00PM)
Saturday (9:00AM – 6:00PM)
Sunday (Closed)
30 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 2 September
- Duration
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2 Years
- Positions available
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1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
General duties will include:
- General Salon assistance including cleaning, customer service, booking appointments.
- Shampooing/head massage.
- Stylist assistance including foil and colour preparation.
- Creating social media posts and adverts on Instagram, Facebook and Tiktok (any experience is beneficial).
- Attending training courses and events.
- Working towards additional technical responsibilities such as blow-drying and applying colour/foils.
Where you’ll work
8 ELLICE ROAD
OXTED
RH8 0PY
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
EAST SURREY COLLEGE
Your training course
Hairdressing professional (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
Candidates will study via day release at East Surrey College and will receieve the following qualifications upon completion:
- VTCT - Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals (Hairdressing) 603/1323/7
- Leel 2 Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4 / C or Equivalent)
- Maths (grade 4 / C or Equivalent)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Punctuality and professionalism are vital in running a salon. Our clients expect a high level of service, so apprentices are required to show initiative in making our clients welcome. Strong people skills are required. Dress code: Look the part! It is important to be well groomed and put together. Social media: Apprentices will be expected to make social media posts on relevant platforms. A creative, collaborative approach is wanted. Training and practice: When the Salon has quieter days, apprentices will have the opportunity to use their head blocks to practice. We will have training days where apprentices can train on real models. Practice makes perfect!
About this company
Studio 8 is a luxury salon located in the heart of Oxted. It offers a personal service with a highly trained stylist with 30 years experience, working in top salons in Australia and London. The Salon offers a professional and unique hairstyling experience. Upon arrival, you will receive a thorough consultation and advice on how best to meet your need. Whether it’s a classic cut, a creative colour or an entire restyle, we specialise in adapting our techniques to suit each individual’s personal style and personality.
After this apprenticeship
Once Apprenticeship completed the stylist should be confident in all areas of cutting/styling and colouring hair. They will take on more responsibilities within the salon such as running their own column of clients and being proficient in social media and managing the Salon on their own if the owner is away.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
EAST SURREY COLLEGE
Mark Scrimshaw
MScrimshaw@esc.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000261856.
Apply now
Closes in 10 days (Sunday 1 September at 11:59pm)
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