Salon Apprentice

As a Hair Professional Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced stylists, learning all aspects of salon life while developing the skills and knowledge required to achieve your Level 2 Hair Professional qualification. You will provide excellent customer service, support the salon team, and develop practical hairdressing skills.

What you'll do

Your responsibilities:

Client Care

• Greet clients in a friendly and professional manner
• Prepare clients for salon services
• Offer refreshments and ensure clients are comfortable
• Promote a positive salon experience for all clients

Salon Support

• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional salon environment
• Prepare workstations for stylists
• Clean and sterilise equipment in line with health and safety procedures
• Manage salon laundry and replenish stock when required

Hairdressing Duties

• Shampoo, condition and treat hair under supervision
• Assist stylists with colouring and lightening services
• Support cutting and styling services
• Learn consultation techniques and client care procedures
• Develop skills in blow-drying, finishing and styling hair
• Observe and assist experienced team members to build technical knowledge.

Apprenticeship Learning

• Attend all apprenticeship training sessions and reviews
• Complete coursework, assignments and assessments within required timescales
• Build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating skills and knowledge
• Develop professional behaviours expected within the hairdressing industry

Skills and Qualities Required

• Passion for hairdressing and the beauty industry
• Friendly and confident communication skills
• Good timekeeping and attendance
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Professional appearance
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desired Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and maths is desirable but not essential
• No previous hairdressing experience required, although an interest in the industry is essential

Training

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

After the apprenticeship

A role within the company may be on offer upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Organisational skills
• Communication skills
• Customer service skills

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 4)
• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 4)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 3)
• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 3)

Things to consider

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths is desirable but not essential.

No previous hairdressing experience required, although an interest in the industry is essential.

About the employer

Founded in 1998, Sculptors is Leighton Buzzard's premier high-end hair salon. After 25 years in the business, we pride ourselves on providing a welcoming, relaxed and friendly atmosphere, building relationships, raport, and community with our clients and creating the right cut, colour and style for everyone. Our team puts you, your satisfaction and the health and beauty of your hair first!

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Hairdressing professional (level 2), Hair and beauty
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 2 Years
• Hours: 39 hours a week. Working week: Variable shifts.
• Start date: 26 October 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,224 a year