Summary
Join Maxine Morgan Hair Salon as a Hairdressing Apprentice, learning cutting, colouring and styling in a busy, creative salon. Train towards the Level 2 Hairdressing Professional standard with high quality support and real client experience.
What you will do at work
- Assisting stylists with shampooing, conditioning and blow drying, ensuring every client receives excellent service
- Supporting colour and cutting services, including mixing colour, preparing clients and learning core cutting techniques under supervision
- Maintaining salon standards by keeping work areas clean, managing towels and equipment, and helping with reception tasks such as greeting clients and offering refreshments
- Attending training sessions to develop skills in cutting, colouring, styling and client consultation, building a portfolio of work in line with the apprenticeship standard
Training
- Training will also involve attending day release at City of Wolverhampton College
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Qualifications
- GCSE English and Maths (3/D and above) – essential
About this employer
Maxine Morgan Hair Salon is built on the belief that beautiful hair and more conscious choices should go hand in hand. Based in Tettenhall, we offer contemporary hairdressing in a calm, welcoming space, with a strong focus on quality, trust and attention to detail. Led by owner and Salon Director Maxine Morgan, the salon combines refined cutting, colour and styling with an eco-luxe approach, using thoughtfully chosen products and a more sustainable attitude to salon care. We also believe in nurturing the next generation of hair professionals through hands-on learning, support and real responsibility within a professional salon environment.
After this apprenticeship
On successful completion of the Level 2 Hairdressing Professional apprenticeship, you will be a fully qualified stylist able to work independently within the salon. Progression may include a Level 3 Advanced and Creative Hair Professional apprenticeship, specialist colour or cutting roles, or senior stylist positions as you develop experience and build your client base.
Things to consider
Genuine interest in hairdressing and fashion, with a desire to build a long term career in the salon industry. Friendly, professional manner with good communication skills and confidence talking to clients of all ages. Good attention to detail, able to follow instructions carefully and maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation. Positive attitude, reliable timekeeping and willingness to learn, practise and accept feedback. Ability to work in a busy environment, supporting the team and staying calm under pressure.
Hairdressing is a hands on, physically active career that involves working on your feet, keeping the salon immaculate and caring for clients throughout their visit. You will be expected to practise regularly, attend all training sessions and be open to feedback, as this is how you will grow quickly into a confident stylist within our brand.