Salon Apprentice

Your responsibilities:

Client Care

• Greet clients in a friendly and professional manner


• Prepare clients for salon services


• Offer refreshments and ensure clients are comfortable


• Promote a positive salon experience for all clients

Salon Support

• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional salon environment


• Prepare workstations for stylists


• Clean and sterilise equipment in line with health and safety procedures


• Manage salon laundry and replenish stock when required

Hairdressing Duties

• Shampoo, condition and treat hair under supervision


• Assist stylists with colouring and lightening services


• Support cutting and styling services


• Learn consultation techniques and client care procedures


• Develop skills in blow-drying, finishing and styling hair


• Observe and assist experienced team members to build technical knowledge.

Apprenticeship Learning

• Attend all apprenticeship training sessions and reviews


• Complete coursework, assignments and assessments within required timescales


• Build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating skills and knowledge


• Develop professional behaviours expected within the hairdressing industry

Skills and Qualities Required

• Passion for hairdressing and the beauty industry


• Friendly and confident communication skills


• Good timekeeping and attendance


• Willingness to learn and take direction


• Professional appearance


• Positive attitude and strong work ethic


• Ability to work as part of a team

Desired Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and maths is desirable but not essential


• No previous hairdressing experience required, although an interest in the industry is essential