Legends Hair & Beauty

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The Apprentice’s Role

This exciting salon in Plympton is keen to appoint a Hairdressing Apprentice.

As part of your apprenticeship, you will undertake many duties which will include meeting and greeting clients, shampooing and removing colour, conditioning, drying and styling hair. With a combination of off-the-job training and on-site support within the workplace, you will learn many new hairdressing skills which you will be able to put into practice within the salon. This will support you to gain confidence to use your imagination and new skills to create different hairdressing styles.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work well in a team, and to be able to portray a positive friendly attitude to customers at all times. 

Candidates will need to be enthusiastic about training, have a creative flair and a genuine passion for the hairdressing industry. Building good relationships with clients is a vital part of a successful salon so excellent interpersonal skills are required. 

Working Hours The successful candidate will be working 36 hours per week (5days) between Tuesday – Saturday. With a structured salon training session once a week.

Wages £154.80, 36 hours per week, paying £4.30 per hour.

Holiday 28 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays) will be paid each year, during the course of your apprenticeship.

Contact Details If you have any queries please contact us on either this email address apprenticeships@skillsgroupuk.com or call us on 01752 332442.

Legends Hair & Beauty is a prestigious hair and beauty salon in Plympton, Plymouth who have more than 30 years' experience in precision hair cutting and hair colouring. They are always at the forefront of the latest fashion, hairdressing and beauty techniques, continually perfecting their skills and maintaining the highest standards.

They pride themselves in consistently delivering a first class, friendly and personalised service and are committed to developing their staff. Continuous education and development of their team allows them to provide cutting-edge and contemporary, yet wearable hair designs to everyone of their clients.

On completion of the level 2 qualification, there will be an opportunity to work towards an advanced level 3 to further enhance your skills.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work well in a team, and to be able to portray a positive friendly attitude to customers at all times.

Candidates will need to be enthusiastic about training, have a creative flair and a genuine passion for the hairdressing industry. Building good relationships with clients is a vital part of a successful salon so excellent interpersonal skills are required.

Personal Qualities

Excellent communication skills and high standards of hygiene and appearance are key to this role. Being a keen team player is also essential for any salon apprentice, you will learn how to demonstrate this consistently to ensure that you promote a positive image at all times.
Candidates will need to be enthusiastic about training, have a creative flair and a genuine passion for the Hairdressing industry. Building good relationships with clients is a vital part of a successful salon so excellent interpersonal skills are required.

Prior Qualifications

No prior qualifications are required, just a passion for Hairdressing and a willingness to learn.

The Apprenticeship in Hairdressing includes:

• Level 2 Hair Professional (Hairdressing / Barbering)
• Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals (Hairdressing / Barbering)
• Functional Skills in Maths and English

Some aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site and you will have regular visits every 6 to 12 weeks from your designated assessor from Skills Group, who will monitor your progression throughout your apprenticeship.

As part of your apprenticeship you will be expected to attend college one day per week, where you will improve upon your knowledge and practical skills.