Hairdresser Apprenticeship (L2)

Possible Start Date: 10th December 2018

Working Week: Tues - Sat 39 hrs

Duration: 24 Months

ZigZag Hair Studios are looking to recruit an apprentice for one of their salons based in Central Milton Keynes, Kingston, Westcroft, Towcester and Newport Pagnell where they offer a full range of hair & barbering services for men, women & children.

Duties will include:

• Assisting staff within the salon
• Helping to maintain the appearance of the salon
• Shampooing and conditioning
• Drying and styling
• Covering reception and booking appointments
• Recommending products and services to clients
• Attending salon and college training to learn all the skills and gain qualifications required to become a fantastic Hairdresser

Entry requirements

Desirable - GCSE's grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent qualifications).

Predicted grades are acceptable. 

Skills Required

• Creative
• Flexible
• Passion to become a hairdresser
• Ability to use own initiative
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Personal Qualities

• Smart and well presented
• Bright and pleasant personality 
• Hardworking and reliable
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role

Qualifications taken

Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship Standard

• You will be trained and supported by both your employer and college to demonstrate professionalism, values, behaviours, communication skills and safe working practices associated with your role
• Required college attendance (Bletchley Campus) 
• Regular visits into the workplace for assessments and observations
• Functional skills in both Math’s and English, if required
• End point assessment

Employer Description

With over 20 years' experience and five award-winning hair studios it's fair to say we know a thing or two about hair styling and delivering the ultimate salon experience. Our stylish hair salons in Central Milton Keynes, Kingston, Westcroft, Towcester and Newport Pagnell offer a full range of hairdressing and barbering services for men, women and children.

What Next?

ZigZag look to progress suitable, successful apprenticeship achievers into full time stylist roles within the company.

Please apply via the link.