Job Title: Salon Assistant (Part-Time, 10 Hours/Week)
Location: Shapeshift Hair and Beauty, Ferryhill, DL178AW
About Us:
Hi, I'm Sophie I run Shapeshift, a busy little salon in the heart of a residential area. offering high-quality haircuts, colouring, highlights, and styling while creating a welcoming space where clients feel at home.
Job Description:
I'm looking for a reliable and friendly Salon Assistant to join me part-time. You'll help with reception, washing, and blow-drying clients, giving me the chance to focus on more styling and colouring. This role is perfect if you enjoy working in a lively, small-team environment and love helping clients look and feel their best.
Important Attributes: Reliability is key, you must show up on time, be consistent, and stay for the duration of your shifts. Punctuality and commitment are essential to keep the salon running smoothly. We're looking for someone with positive vibes. Our clients come to relax and enjoy their salon experience, so a friendly, upbeat attitude is a must. This is a fun, welcoming environment — we focus on making our clients feel great
Key Responsibilities:
Welcome clients and manage reception duties
Answer phone calls and schedule appointments
Wash, shampoo, and prep clients for services
Blow-dry and style hair as needed
Keep the salon clean and organised
Assist with stock management
Provide excellent customer service and create a warm atmosphere
Requirements:
Previous salon or customer service experience is a plus, but not essential
Friendly, approachable, and professional
Good communication and organisational skills
Reliable and punctual
Flexible availability, especially Fridays; some Saturdays may vary depending on weddings
Hours:
Part-time, 10 hours/week, with potential to increase hours later on
Friday guaranteed 12pm-5:00pm
remaining hours spread across other weekdays
Salary:
Competitive hourly rate (£12.21/hr, National Minimum Wage for 21+)
Benefits:
Gain hands-on salon experience
Supportive and friendly working environment
Flexible hours to suit your schedule
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short note telling me a bit about yourself and why you'd be a great fit for the salon.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 10 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Ferryhill DL17 (Durham): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Ferryhill DL17 (Durham) (preferred)
Work Location: In person