Mannamead Hair Care

COVID-19 Important Information

Please do still apply for our apprenticeship opportunities despite the COVID-19 outbreak, we are all planning to secure future opportunities, and Skills Group is able to support you to make decisions about your future even whilst you cannot come in and meet us at this time.

The outbreak of COVID-19 has significantly affected many of our employers and their businesses, and has restricted opportunities available for them to meet new people to join their team; like us, they remain committed to protecting you and keeping you safe.

Please apply via the website or contact us on 01752 332442 and one of our dedicated team will be able to discuss your career options.

We look forward to welcoming you to Skills Group in the future.

In the meantime, please do keep safe and observe the safety advice you have been given.

The Apprentice’s Role

Mannamead Hair Care are looking for an apprentice to join their friendly hairdressing team.

Duties are likely to include booking appointments, shampooing, conditioning, blow drying and styling hair, also colour and lightening using a range of techniques.

You’ll study hairdressing topics such as hair and skin testing, the effects of chemicals on hair and skin, and the principles of hair colour selection, alongside environmental and sustainable working practices. There’s also the option to learn about promoting products, perming, and working with different hair types.

Working Hours: The successful candidate will be working 40 hours per week (5days) between Tuesday – Saturday. Any hours worked over 40 hours will be paid at National Minimum Wage for the apprentice’s age.

Wages: £156.00 per week, based on a 40 hour week. Any overtime above the 40 hours per week, will be paid at the appropriate national minimum wage depending on age.

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.

Hair fashions may come and go, but for Val and her enthusiastic and cheerful team at Mannamead Hair Care, keeping in touch with the latest trends and classic traditional styles is all in a days work. Her experienced stylists can advise you and will personally take you through your hairdressing experience. They are always at the forefront of the latest hairdressing 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 qualification, there will be an opportunity to gain employment as a salon stylist.

Skills Required

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.

Personal Qualities

Excellent communication skills and high standards of hygiene and appearance are key to this role. Being a keen team player is essential for any salon junior, you will know how to demonstrate this consistently to ensure that you promote a positive image at all times.

Candidates will need to be enthusiastic about up-skilling, 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

You will need previous experience or a qualification in Hairdressing.

The Apprenticeship in Hairdressing includes:

• Hair Professional Qualification
• Functional Skills in Maths and English (Level 2)

All aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site and you will have regular visits every 2 to 4 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.