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Hairdressing - Hair Professional Apprenticeship

Bloom Hair · Cheltenham · posted 25 August 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Hairdressing professional (level 2)
Starts
21 September 2026
Closing date
15 September 2026
Positions
1

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Apprentices beginning their Hair Professional Apprenticeship may be expected to carry out a variety of tasks, including:

  • Shampooing clients’ hair and applying treatments
  • Blow-drying and basic styling
  • Assisting senior stylists and other team members
  • Providing front-of-house support, including greeting clients and managing bookings
  • Carrying out general salon duties to maintain cleanliness and organisation

Your training

VTCT will award you the Hair Professional qualification, a nationally recognised Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gain the essential skills and experience needed to begin your career in the hair industry.

During your apprenticeship, you will receive:

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing
  • Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 1 or 2 (if required)
  • Francesco Group Business Enterprise Project 

 

All training is work-based and delivered within a reputable commercial salon, where you will work as part of the salon team. You will also benefit from dedicated training sessions at the Francesco Hair state-of-the-art academy in Birmingham.

Course Content Includes:

  • Client care and consultation
  • Shampooing, conditioning, and treating hair
  • Ladies’ cutting techniques
  • Hair colouring
  • Styling and finishing hair
    You will also complete one optional unit from the following:
  • Perming hair
  • Relaxing hair

 

Academy Training

You will attend our modern training academy in Birmingham City Centre once a week. The academy mirrors the environment of a professional salon and includes:

  • Fully equipped training salons
  • Interactive lecture rooms and digital presentation tools
  • Laptops and internet access for independent learning

One-to-one support sessions to guide your progress
To ensure you stay on track, progress reviews will take place every twelve weeks at your salon with your employer and an academy representative.

Where it leads

Upon successful completion of the Hair Professional Apprenticeship, there are several progression opportunities available to support your continued growth in the hairdressing industry, including:

  • Progression onto the Advanced and Creative Hair Professional Apprenticeship
  • Specialising in areas such as barbering or becoming a colour expert
  • Pursuing qualifications such as the Assessor’s Award or TAQA (Training, Assessment, and Quality Assurance) to move into training and assessing roles
    These pathways provide opportunities to expand your expertise, enhance your career options, and potentially progress into salon management or education.

About Bloom Hair

At Bloom, our philosophy is centred around delivering the ultimate salon experience for every client. We offer cutting-edge hair and beauty treatments in an inspiring environment. By blending personalised customer care with expert technical skills, we cultivate strong relationships with our clients, earning their trust to consistently exceed expectations. 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeSmart appearancePassion for hairdressingPositive and friendly attitude

Where you'll work

  • 4 ST. LUKES ROAD, CHELTENHAM, GL53 7JH

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