Salon Assistant Apprentice
FRESH LIFESTYLE LIMITED
The Hairdressing Apprentice will become an integral part of the Fresh Lifestyle salon team while working towards their Level 2 Hair Professional qualification.
Apprenticeship summary
What will the apprentice be doing?
- Welcoming and gowning guests and offering refreshments.
Preparing guests and assisting stylists throughout appointments. - Shampooing, applying hair and scalp treatments and, as training progresses, applying toners under supervision.
- Rough drying and developing practical styling skills.
- Delivering Aveda rituals, including Sensory Journeys, hand massages and head, neck and shoulder rituals.
- Cleaning and sanitising workstations, tools and equipment between guests.
- Keeping the salon clean, organised and presentable throughout the day.
- Managing laundry and maintaining a supply of clean towels and gowns.
- Organising, cleaning and replenishing the dispensary and kitchen areas.
- Attending in-house training and practising technical hairdressing skills as part of their ongoing development.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
The apprentice will attend college one day per week to complete the theory and practical elements of their Level 2 Hair Professional qualification.
Alongside their college training, they will receive a dedicated ttwo-hour one-to-one training session each week within the Fresh Lifestyle salon, providing additional practical coaching and development with an experienced member of the team.
The remainder of their working week will involve hands-on learning and opportunities within the context of their salon duties.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
To be discussed upon completion of the apprenticeship.
Annual wage
£13,312 a year
Expected duration
2 Years 3 Months
Possible start date
06 Oct 2026
Date posted
27 Aug 2026
Reference number
2000049175
Positions
3 available
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness
Qualifications
GCSE Maths and English (Grade Grades 4-9 (A*- C)) Desired
About the employer
Fresh Lifestyle is an established Aveda Concept Salon group with locations in Islington and Blackheath, London. Established in 2003, we have built our business around delivering an exceptional, consistent and luxurious guest experience alongside high standards of professional and ethical hairdressing.
We chose to partner with Aveda because our values align closely with their mission to care for the world we live in, from the products we use to the ways in which we give back to society. We also embrace the wellbeing and aromatherapy elements incorporated into Aveda services, helping us create a distinctive salon experience for our guests.
Training and development are at the heart of Fresh Lifestyle. We are passionate about developing the next generation of hairdressers and provide our apprentices with hands-on salon experience alongside dedicated one-to-one in-house training with experienced members of our team. Our aim is to develop confident, highly skilled professionals who understand not only excellent hairdressing, but also outstanding guest care and the importance of building a long-term career within the industry.
Employer
FRESH LIFESTYLE LIMITED
https://www.freshlifestyle.co.uk
Address
43 TRANQUIL VALE
BLACKHEATH
LONDON
SE3 0BU
51.46602
0.00843