The candidate will be enthusiastic about hairdressing and progressing within the industry, have a professional manner and great communication skills. You will be required to assist the senior stylists in the day to day running of the salon, learn and practice hairdressing techniques and treatments and understand the knowledge behind this.

Client consultation
Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
Colour and lighten hair using a range of techniques
Cut hair using basic techniques
Style and finish hair
General cleaning duties and stock taking
Off the job training at chosen training provider

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

You will be required to do one day per week ‘off the job’ training at one of our specialist centres in either Doncaster or Rotherham dependant on the area you live in
Whilst at Oracle you will do a full day with both practical and theory input included
You will be assessed on your competence in both practical and theory on the units selected on your course
You will also be required to do an End Point Assessment (EPA) which will provide a snapshot holistic assessment of your practical skills, similar to an industry trade test
You will demonstrate you can complete a range of services on a number of models to industry standards and within commercial timings
You will gain a Hairdressing Level 2 NVQ qualification on completion of your apprenticeship and end point assessment
You may be required to complete or re-do your maths or English GCSE/Functional skills, dependant on your prior learning
The level will be determined on GCSE results or equivalent too
We include Employments Rights and Responsibilities, British Values and Equality and Diversity which are embedded throughout your qualification

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On completion level 3 qualifications can be discussed and progression within the salon

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Things to consider

Please bear in mind that working within the Hair and Beauty industry you are required to work long hours and especially Hairdressing you will be active for long periods of time.
You are more than likely going to be required to work Saturdays as this is a busy day for salons.
Funding arrangements:
Training on the Apprenticeship programme for 16 to 18 year olds is a priority and fully-funded by the government. Training for Apprenticeships for those over this age isn’t always fully funded this will be discussed on your interview.
Apprenticeship Minimum Wage:
https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
All applications will come through to Oracle Training Consultants recruitment team who will then arrange for you attend an interview with them before sending you for an interview with the salon. Do not contact the employer direct as this may result in your application not being considered.
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Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English, Grade 4 Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths, Grade 4 Desired

Employer Name

Halo

Training provider

ORACLE TRAINING CONSULTANTS LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Hairdressing professional (level 2)

How to apply?

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Hairdressing Apprenticeship Intermediate Level 2 (GCSE)