First Year Apprentice Hairdresser

ILA Hair Group; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Woohoo Hair Salon in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking a motivated 1st Year Hairdressing Apprentice to join a supportive, award-winning team. You will receive hands-on training, real salon experience, and a positive environment that values growth and success.

You’ll assist senior stylists, greet clients, perform basic hair services, and learn cutting, colouring, and styling foundations as you build a long-term career in hairdressing.

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive attitude and team player.
• Passion for hair, fashion, and people.
• Reliable and motivated to learn.
• Well presented with great communication skills.
• Willingness to commit to training and completing your apprenticeship.
• Someone who wants a long-term career, not just a job.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior stylists and learning salon operations.
• Greeting and looking after clients (Woohoo-style customer service).
• Shampooing, treatments, and basic hair services.
• Keeping the salon clean, organised, and running smoothly.
• Learning the foundations of cutting, colouring, and styling.
• Building confidence and skills for a long-term hairdressing career.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Team player

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

1st Year Hairdressing Apprentice – Start Your Dream Career with Woohoo!

Would you like to train for a career that’s AI proof, creative, people-focused, and full of opportunity?

Are you ready to learn from an experienced, supportive team in a fun, fast-paced salon?

Woohoo Hair Salon is looking for our next superstar 1st Year Apprentice to join our team!

About the Role

This is your chance to start an exciting career in hairdressing while learning from a passionate, award-winning team. You’ll be supported every step of the way with hands‑on training, real salon experience, and a positive team culture that celebrates growth and success.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting senior stylists and learning salon operations
• Greeting and looking after clients (Woohoo-style customer service!)
• Shampooing, treatments, and basic hair services
• Keeping the salon clean, organised, and running smoothly
• Learning the foundations of cutting, colouring, and styling
• Building confidence and skills for a long-term hairdressing career

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, positive attitude and team player
• Passion for hair, fashion, and people
• Reliable and motivated to learn
• Well presented with great communication skills
• Willingness to commit to training and completing your apprenticeship
• Someone who wants a long-term career, not just a job

Why Join Woohoo?

• Train for a career that AI can’t replace
• Supportive and fun team environment
• Structured training and mentoring
• Opportunities to grow and build your career
• Work in a well-established salon celebrating 30 years of Woohoo
• Be part of a positive, energetic workplace that values people