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Salon Apprentice

Carmen Walker LTD · Leamington Spa · posted 22 June 2026

Wage
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Hairdressing professional (level 2)
Starts
31 August 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
1

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

What you’ll be doing:

  • Supporting stylists throughout the day
  • Preparing clients for services and assisting where needed
  • Maintaining salon standards across all areas
  • Learning core skills step-by-step through hands-on experience
  • Observing, assisting and gradually building your technical ability

About you:

  • You take pride in your presentation and personal standards
  • You are proactive and look for what needs to be done without being asked
  • You are organised, attentive and detail-driven
  • You are confident communicating with clients in a polite and professional way
  • You are willing to learn, take feedback and improve consistently
  • You maintain a clean, calm and well-presented working environment
  • You have a natural interest in hair, fashion and aesthetics
  • You are reliable, punctual and take responsibility for your role
  • You bring a positive attitude and contribute to a strong team environment

Our space is curated, warm and intentional. Our team values care, professionalism and doing things properly.

This role is not about rushing into the floor. It’s about building real skill, discipline and confidence over time, while contributing to the day-to-day running of the salon.

Benefits:

  • Ongoing training and development
  • Hands-on learning within a high-standard salon
  • Team events and a supportive working environment
  • Complimentary hair services
  • Exclusive product discounts
  • Clear pathway for progression within the business

This position is ideal for someone serious about a long-term career in hair, who is willing to learn, take direction and grow within a strong team.

Your training

  • Royal Leamington Spa College 
  • Level 2 Hair Professional Apprenticeship 

Where it leads

Clear pathway for progression within the business.

About Carmen Walker LTD

Carmen Walker is a boutique salon built on precision, care, and a considered approach to hair.
We specialise in natural colour, tailored cutting, and healthy, wearable results, designed around the individual, not trends.
Every appointment is intentional, combining technical expertise with a calm, personal experience where clients feel seen, understood, and looked after.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English, Maths (grade 3/D+) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 98 WARWICK STREET, LEAMINGTON SPA, CV32 4QG

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