Apprentice Hair Stylist

  • Company: AERA ESSENCE LTD
  • Location: Northamptonshire, NN12 6AF
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £15,600.00 per year
  • Sector: Hair and beauty
  • Ref: NAS-2000029171
  • Application Deadline Date: 17/05/2026
  • Start Date: 31/08/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Shift patterns will be confirmed and will include late evenings and weekend working.

Brief Description

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

Training to be Provided


  • Training with Milton Keynes College. Ongoing training, support and development with the employer

Future Prospects


  • Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be the opportunity to progress into a full-time permanent position Stylist role within Salon 58, with ongoing professional development and long-term career progression

Vacancy Detail

Key Responsibilities:


Client Care & Support:



  • Welcome clients in a friendly and professional manner
    Prepare clients for services, including gowning and shampooing
    Help ensure every client enjoys a positive salon experience


Assisting Stylists:



  • Support senior stylists during appointments

  • Prepare tools, products, and workstations

  • Observe techniques and learn through hands-on assistance


Salon Maintenance:



  • Keep the salon clean, tidy, and well-organised

  • Sterilise tools and follow hygiene standards

  • Restock products and supplies as required


Learning & Development:



  • Attend training sessions and follow guidance from the team

  • Practice hairdressing techniques and build confidence

  • Stay up to date with industry trends, products, and standards


Building a Client Base:



  • Assist with promoting salon services

  • Learn how to market yourself and grow your own clientele

  • Deliver excellent service to encourage repeat visits


You’ll be joining a friendly and professional team, learning how a successful salon operates while delivering exceptional customer service.


This apprenticeship offers the chance to earn while you learn, gain real salon experience, and develop into a future stylist.

Other Information

Salon opening hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Saturday, and 11:00am to 3:00pm on Sundays (appointments only). During the summer months, late evening appointments may run until 7:00pm. Please note the advertised key dates are intended as a guide only and this vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found. Start dates can be discussed following a successful offer. Predicted grades will be accepted; however, any offer made will be subject to achieving final grades. Candidates should be comfortable standing for extended periods, working evenings and weekends, and maintaining high professional standards within a busy salon environment. Travel by bus is accessible, though driving would be more convenient.

Ready to start your adventure?