Hair & Beauty Instructor

The Limes College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development for staff

On-site gym access

Term-time hours

Job summary

The Limes College is seeking a dynamic Hair and Beauty Instructor to plan, deliver, monitor and review Hair and Beauty courses and to ensure the efficient running of the salon. The role follows term-time hours plus INSET days and includes a fixed weekly pattern across Mon–Fri with late start/finish on some days.

The ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications in Hair and Beauty and GCSE grade A-C, with strongHealth and Safety knowledge for vocational training and excellent communication

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills to build rapport with children, colleagues, parents and outside agencies.
• Sound knowledge of Health and Safety regulations in vocational training environments.
• Relevant qualifications in Hair and Beauty.
• GCSE grade A-C or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, monitor and review Hair and Beauty courses and manage the college salon.
• Ensure efficient running of the salon and timetables.
• Adapt quickly to changing circumstances and priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Health and Safety regulations

Creativity in problem solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Hair & Beauty qualifications

GCSE A-C

Job description

Hair & Beauty Instructor

Required from October/November 2026

33 hours per week, term time plus INSET days

Salary: £ 34,488 FTE

Actual: £27,385

The Limes College is seeking a dynamic and experienced Hair & Beauty Instructor to be responsible for the planning, delivery, monitoring and reviewing of Hair and Beauty courses and for the efficient running of the salon.

This position is term time plus INSET Days following usual work pattern:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:45am to 4:00pm
• Wednesday 8.45 am to 4.30 pm
• Friday 8:45 am to 2:45pm.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant qualifications in Hair and Beauty and GCSE grade A-C
• Have sound knowledge of Health and Safety regulations in vocational training environments
• Be able to work calmly under pressure with the ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing circumstances/situations.
• Have a creative approach to problem solving and use this to inspire and motivate staff and students
• Have excellent communication skills in order to build rapport with children, colleagues, parents and outside agencies both verbally and in writing

The school can offer you:

• Local Government Pension Scheme;
• An organisation with a clear moral purpose to change young people’s lives;
• A programme of professional development for staff at all levels;
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme;
• Staff who are supportive towards each other;
• Free access to an on-site gym;
• Term time hours.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

Please refer to the Person Specification when completing your supporting statement.

The Limes College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information, please visit The Limes College website. Visits are welcome by arrangement.

Closing date: 11th October, 2026

Interviews: To be confirmed.