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Hairdressing Apprentice
Shampers is recruiting for a Hairdressing Apprentice to join their successful team based in Failsworth. Apprentices will receive training in all aspects of hairdressing and become a fully qualified stylist in a vibrant, exciting, and successful salon.
Wage
- £12,480 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
- National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- [Minimum wage rates](https://opens in new tab)
Training Course
- Hairdressing professional (level 2)
Hours
- One 7-hour day in college, with 2 days off (the role includes weekend work). Days and times to be confirmed.
- 30 hours a week
Start Date
- Thursday 1 October 2026
Duration
- 2 years
Positions Available
- 1
What you'll do at work
The duties and responsibilities within the salon include:
- Meeting and greeting clients in a friendly and helpful manner
- Assisting qualified Hairdressers with shampooing, providing treatments, blow-drying, etc.
- After relevant training, some basic cutting and styling will be involved in this role. This will become more complex as your skills develop.
- Working on the reception desk and booking client appointments.
- Keeping the salon clean and tidy.
- Offering clients refreshments.
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Where you'll work
139 Lord Lane, Failsworth, Manchester, M35 0QH
Training Schedule
You will train with Michaeljohn Training School, a multi-award-winning training provider with over 40 years of experience in the hairdressing and barbering industry.
- Our team of dedicated educators are highly skilled hair professionals who continue to work in some of the industry’s most reputable salons.
- You will achieve Level 2 Diploma for Hairdressing Professional and Functional skills in maths and English (if needed).
More Training Information
- Our academy - with 4 floors of salons and learning zones - is the ideal environment to learn hairdressing and barbering.
- You will attend one day per week on day release from your employer.
- We only work on live models for training and assessments purposes, giving you real life salon experience.
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Initiative
Other Requirements
This role will involve working with chemicals, heated equipment, and sharp scissors - we will train you to work safely and practically. If you are short-listed for this role, you will have to attend an interview with the training school before we send you to the salon. The role may include weekend work depending on your salon, and possibly one late night.
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A vibrant and friendly salon located in Failsworth, Shampers is an established business which prides itself on providing excellent services. Their highly experienced and friendly staff pride themselves on the quality of their work and their diverse clientele.
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab). This is a perfect opportunity to get into hairdressing, earning (on average) salaries of £25,000+ once qualified.
Potential of securing a permanent job within the same company on completion of your qualification. Opportunities to become your own boss, work mobile, work abroad, work on model runways and cruise ships - the opportunities are endless. Progression to a Level 3 Advanced and Creative Hair Professional or Level 2 Barbering Professional Standard. Progression on to a teaching qualification.
Contact
The contact for this apprenticeship is: MICHAEL MCCORMACK Recruitment Team info@mj-training.co.uk 01618192552
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000041414.
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