Annual wage £13,312.00 Wages explained Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Minimum Wage Rates Working week You will be working 4 days per week with 1 day per week of training. Days will be between Monday - Saturday. Hours to be discussed at interview stage with the employer. Total hours per week: 40.0 Expected duration 24 Months Possible start date 01 Jun 2024 Date posted 15 May 2024 Apprenticeship level Intermediate Level 2 (GCSE) Reference number VAC1000251398 Positions 1 available What you will do in your working day Duties include: Cleaning and tidying salon Greeting clients Making drinks Shampooing client's hair Advising clients on shampoos, conditioners and treatments Assisting and observing stylists, when a certain level of skill and understanding has been gained, the tasks will gradually increase to things like applying colours, blow drying, styling etc. We work closely with L’Oreal so each student is given extensive colour and retail training and we also offer in-house cutting and styling education. Our assessors and educators work alongside our students to provide them with an individual learning plan, to make sure they progress through their qualifications effectively and thoroughly. The training you will be getting Level 2 Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship Standard Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals - Hairdressing Functional skills in maths and English if required Apprentices visit one of the training schools once a week What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship 95% Of our apprentices, on completing the NVQ qualifications, stay working within Browns and move onto the salon floor in one of our salons, where they get the opportunity to carry on with their education and career Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Presentable, Committed, Self-motivated, Strong work ethic Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4) Desired Things to consider You must have a realistic idea of what it is like to work as an apprentice in the hairdressing industry and must be willing to help out with tasks such as cleaning and reception. You need to be willing to work Saturdays and at least one late evening before applying for the position as this is a requirement when working in the hairdressing industry.