Hairdressing Apprenticeship

Jenny Gold · Rugby

Beauty and wellbeingIntermediate Level 2On-siteCommunityAccessibilityProgression
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 02 Oct 2026
Starts Oct 2026
Apply by 30 Sep 2026

Training provider

Reflections Training Academy

Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.

Where you'd be based

CV21 3PU

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