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Hairdressing Apprentice

HairWays · Manchester · posted 8 July 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Hairdressing professional (level 2)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
30 September 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

The duties and responsibilities within the salon include:

  • Meeting and greeting clients in a friendly and helpful manner
  • Assisting qualified Hairdressers with shampooing, providing treatments, blow-drying etc.
  • After relevant training, some basic cutting and styling will be involved in this role. This will become more complex as your skills develop
  • Working on the reception desk and booking client appointments
  • Keeping the salon clean and tidy
  • Offering clients refreshments

Your training

  • You will train with Michaeljohn Training School, a multi-award-winning training provider with over 40 years of experience in the hairdressing and barbering industry
  • Our team of dedicated educators are highly skilled hair professionals who continue to work in some of the industry’s most reputable salons
  • You will achieve Level 2 Diploma for Hairdressing Professional and Functional skills in maths and English (if needed)

Where it leads

  • This is a perfect opportunity to get into hairdressing, earning (on average) salaries of £25,000+ once qualified
  • Potential of securing a permanent job within the same company on completion of your qualification
  • Opportunities to become your own boss, work mobile, work abroad, work on model runways and cruise ships – the opportunities are endless
  • Progression to a Level 3 Advanced and Creative Hair Professional or Level 2 Barbering Professional Standard
  • Progression on to a Teaching Qualification

About HairWays

A vibrant and friendly salon located in Droylsden, Hairways is an established business which prides itself on providing excellent services. Their highly experienced and friendly staff pride themselves on the quality of their work and their diverse clientele.

Skills they're looking for

Presentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English Language (grade 9-4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 9-4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 80 MARKET STREET, DROYLSDEN, MANCHESTER, M43 6DE

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