Hairdressing Apprenticeship
Heads & CO Hair · Smethwick
Areyou passionate about hair, fashion and making people feel amazing? This is youropportunity to begin an exciting career in the hairdressing industry with aprofessional salon that is committed to helping you succeed.
Asa Hairdressing Apprentice, you'll learn from experienced stylists while workingtowards a nationally recognised qualification with Reflections TrainingAcademy. Every day will bring new opportunities to develop your creativity,build your confidence and master the skills needed to become a successful hairprofessional.
Yourrole 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.
Perks & benefits
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
Qualifications required
No formal qualifications are usually required. Applicants should have a genuine interest in hairdressing, good communication skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) are beneficial but not always essential.
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.
Training provider
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
