Careers at Sleek & Chic Hair Design in Blandford Forum
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How to become a hair stylist
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Hairdressing is a hugely rewarding career - it’s sociable and creative and since hair stylists are always in demand, it’s an industry full of employment opportunities too. In fact, hairdressers are the happiest workers in the UK, according to City & Guilds. We’ve already talked about what you can expect from a career in hairdressing, so if you’re interested in becoming a hair stylist, there are a few steps you need to take.
You can’t teach affability and a willingness to learn – these are the fundamental skills that any prospective hairdresser needs just to get started. On top of that, you’ll need to learn the technical skills – like cutting, colouring and styling hair – that are associated with the job.
There are several routes you can take to become a hairdresser. These are the most common ways to get into the industry.
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We are looking for creative and passionate people with a drive for excellent customer service along with a previous track record of working in-salon as a hair stylist.
Positive attitude
A keen interest in hair, beauty and fashion
A passion for creativity
1 year's salon floor experience
Strong service and communication skills
Great conversationalist
An ability to conduct consultations
Great attention to clients' needs
Good problem solving skills
Complete ownership of tasks
Independence in creating beautiful hair
Organisational skills
High retention of clients and client referrals
Understating the importance of teamwork
Knowledge of:
Creative colouring
Precision cutting
Blow-drying skills
Hair extensions
Up-dos
Male grooming
Customer service and high-end retail
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Hardworking
Life loving
Deliberately determined
Professional and punctual
Passionate and creativity-driven
We want to make each client who walks through that door feel seen, heard, appreciated and celebrated.
Our high-end servicing sets us apart in our area, and we look forward to upholding the salon’s values with you by our side.
If this sounds like you, don’t hesitate to reach out! We hire on a rolling basis and can’t wait to have you on board.
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Are you done with school and ready to find a career path that excites you? Or have you always wanted to start your hair career and believe now is the right time?
Calling lovers of all things hair, your new life starts now! At Sleek and Chic Hair Design, we are looking for dedicated apprentices ready to learn everything about working in a salon and becoming a hairstylist. We will provide real-world experience to help you start your journey!
WHO YOU ARE
Hardworking
Dedicated
Life-loving
Determined to deliver high-quality results
Creativity-driven
Prioritise being professional, punctual and goal focused at all times
If this sounds like you, ask yourself - are you ready to be in a positive, upbeat environment, while building your dreams?
Apply for an apprenticeship now!
We are now recruiting for new team members:
Senior Hair Stylist
Apprentice Hairdresser
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We are looking for dynamic and creative qualified stylists/colourists of all levels to join our growing team of hair experts based in Blandford Forum.
We are looking for a stylist with a minimum of 2 years' shop floor experience who is qualified to NVQ level 1 and 2 standard as a minimum and who has a portfolio of work to show us.
Most importantly, we need an individual with the positive attitude to progress and learn, with an eye for trends and new techniques. We need strong, basic hairdressing skills, including haircutting for both men and women, highlighting and balayage skills.
We need a full time/part time stylist working a 3-5 day week, with 1 late night a week, and one weekend day.
The candidate will have earning potential circa £38,000.
As an eco-conscious salon, we are proud to partner with L'Oréal – the pioneer of natural and sustainable beauty and haircare – and offer full, ongoing L'Oréal training that covers colour conversion courses, product knowledge and advanced technical courses to help you develop your skills at any level.
The ideal candidate would be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be self-motivated.
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Extensive cut and colour experience
Hair extension experience would be desirable
Previous experience in a salon environment
A passion for hairdressing
Brilliant customer service skills
Hard work ethic
Reliability and trustworthiness
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To provide a range of hairdressing services
To advise clients on their hair care needs
To maintain and update client records
A proficiency in various colour techniques and other chemical processes
To help with the day-to-day running of the salon (i.e. reception etc)
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We've been cutting and styling hair since 1990 and know exactly how to make our customers look and feel amazing. Whether they want a new style, a bold colour or a completely new look, the team are here to give the very best personalised, professional and friendly hair salon experience.
We use Davines' eco friendly colour and retail range, so beautiful well-conditioned hair is important to us. We take care in what we do and want to make people feel amazing!
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For the chance to join a well-established company
To join a fantastic team
To showcase your knowledge and skillset
If you’re the ideal candidate, please send in your CV via the form below.
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Get in touch with us and make sure to include your details. We'll review your application and set up an interview. If you're a good fit, we'll call and offer you the position.
Please see below for our other current vacancies
Senior Hair Stylist
Apprentice Hairdresser
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Please contact Jackie on 01258 452660 or email info@sleekandchichairdesign.co.uk
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Apprenticeships enable you to train on the job whilst gaining the qualifications you need to succeed. They're available to anyone aged 16 or over.
Apprenticeships can be used to gain NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) or VRQs (Vocationally-Related Qualifications) whilst getting some hands-on experience in a professional setting. Usually, apprentices will work in a salon four days a week then spend one day a week at a college or training academy.
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You’ll usually need some GCSEs for an intermediate apprenticeship and at least 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 (or A* to C) if you want to do an advanced apprenticeship.
The length of time it takes to complete an apprenticeship can vary.
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One of the main benefits of being an apprentice is that you’ll be earning money whilst you train. As an employee in a professional setting, you’ll be entitled to the National Minimum Wage for Apprentices, which currently stands at £7.55 per hour. If you’re aged 19 or over and have completed your first year, you’ll be paid the minimum wage rate.
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NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) are the standard accreditation for hairdressers in the UK. In Scotland, they’re called SVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications). A Level 1 NVQ Certificate in Hairdressing will help to kick-start your career as you’ll be able to work as a hairdressing assistant. But to be recognised as a competent hair stylist in your own right, you’ll need to achieve a Level 2 NVQ certificate so that you can be employed as a junior stylist. Senior stylists should have a Level 3 Certificate in Hairdressing.
Hairdressing NVQs cover topics like:
Shampooing and blow drying hair
Cutting and styling hair
Greeting customers and managing the salon reception
Advising customers on hairstyles and colours that they’d suit
Colouring hair
Perming hair
Plaiting, twisting and braiding hair
Hair extensions
Level 4 NVQ certificates are ideal if you want to gain specific hairdressing and barbering skills. You might want to provide colour correction services, for example, or services that help with hair and scalp conditions. This qualification is made up of smaller, work-based learnings - it’s suitable for those who are new to the industry as well as anyone working at a more senior level.
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NVQs and SVQs involve theoretical and practical assessments that are designed to prove a person’s competency in the workplace. Within reason, they don’t need to be completed within a specific time frame and assessors will sign off units when a candidate is ready. NVQs can be undertaken by full-time employees or by students on a work placement, though it’s worth noting that NVQs are only available to those who are employed.
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Foundation degrees are higher education qualifications that are designed with industry professionals. They can be studied full-time and are usually completed within a 2 year period. They can also be combined with work placements and completed over a 3-4 year span.
Once you’ve completed a foundation degree, there is the option to keep studying and gain an Honours degree at university. This can take just 12-15 months, instead of the 3-4 years it’d usually take students to complete a bachelor’s degree. Honours degrees in hairdressing often focus on more specialised aspects of the industry, such as hair styling and makeup artistry for TV and film.
Whatever route you take, a career in hairdressing comes with flexibility and the chance to continuously develop your skills.
