Hairdressing Apprenticeship

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Are you passionate about hair, fashion and making people feel amazing? This is your opportunity to begin an exciting career in the hairdressing industry with a professional salon that is committed to helping you succeed.

As a Hairdressing Apprentice, you'll learn from experienced stylists while working towards a nationally recognised qualification with Reflections Training Academy. Every day will bring new opportunities to develop your creativity, build your confidence and master the skills needed to become a successful hair professional.

Your role will include:

• Welcoming and looking after salon clients.

• Shampooing, conditioning and preparing clients for styling services.

• Assisting stylists with colouring, cutting and finishing techniques.

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the salon.

• Learning about professional hair products and recommending them to clients.

• Developing outstanding customer service and communication skills.

• Building practical skills through hands-on experience and academy training.

This apprenticeship offers the chance to earn while you learn, gain valuable industry experience and start a rewarding career with excellent progression opportunities. Many apprentices go on to become qualified stylists, colour specialists, salon managers or even salon owners.

Perks & benefits

Paid Time Off Parental Leave Professional Development

Skills required

Passion for hair and beauty
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Good teamwork skills
Reliable and punctual
Friendly and professional manner
Good attention to detail
Creative and eager to develop new skills
Able to follow instructions and work independently when required
Organised with good time management skills

Training you'll get

Full on-the-job training within the salon with experienced stylists
Work-based learning towards a recognised Hairdressing qualification (e.g. Level 2/Level 3)
Training in cutting, colouring, styling, blow-drying, and client consultation techniques
Health and safety, hygiene, and salon professionalism training
Product knowledge and retail training using professional haircare brands
Customer service and communication skills development
Regular progress reviews and mentor support
Potential to progress to a qualified stylist role upon completion

Future prospects

Opportunity to progress to a fully qualified Hair Stylist or Senior Stylist role
Potential to specialise in areas such as colouring, cutting, balayage, or extensions
Progression into advanced qualifications (Level 3 and beyond)
Career development into salon management or team leadership roles
Opportunities to build a loyal client base within the salon
Access to ongoing training, workshops, and industry development
Potential to work in advanced salons, spas, or freelance/mobile hairdressing

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Hours 30 hours per week

Duration 14 months (Fixed Term)

Roles available 1

Posted 01 Jul 2026

Interviews 10 Aug 2026

Starts Aug 2026

Apply by 31 Jul 2026

Training provider

Reflections Training Academy

Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.

Where you'd be based

CV21 3PU