0.5 Hairdressing Technician

£22,071.09 gross per annum pro rata

Temporary to 30 June 2025

Hours: 18.5 Hours Per Week / 52 Weeks Per Year

Work pattern: Monday 8.30 am to 1pm, Tuesday Noon to 7pm (30 minute break), Thursday 8.30am to 5pm  (1 hour break),

The College

At Blackburn College, we have our very own commercial Academy Hair & Beauty Studio, including:

• Four Hairdressing Salons
• Spa Facilities
• Specialist Barbering Salon
• Nail Room
• Four Beauty Therapy Studios
• Media Makeup Studio

The facilities are equipped to the highest standard and all sessions are supervised by very experienced and highly qualified staff. The Salons are run so as to enable students to experience a real working environment and develop their skills like they would in the industry. Thanks to our first-class choice of courses and strong links with local and national employers, our students can look forward to outstanding careers. But that’s not all, join our dedicated staff and you can too. We invite you to join us at Blackburn College.

The Role

You will assist and facilitate the lecturers and students in a practical realistic working environment, issuing kits, uniforms, products, equipment and stock. You will also support the centre in moving forward meeting the demands of the industry and the needs of staff and students.  The post holder will also be responsible for health and safety of the curriculum and support the development of the commercial offer within the Spa Academy and the development of sustained links with schools to drive recruitment.

What we are looking for

You must have at least a NVQ Level 3 qualification in Hairdressing (or equivalent) as well as Level 2 English and Maths. Experience in stock control and Health & Safety at work is essential, as are Excellent Customer Services Skills. Experience of working in a retail environment and working on a busy reception area is desirable.

What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals.

Closing Date: 9am Monday 6 January 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed