Hairdresser

Hyllden Heights-Lifestyles; Hildenborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A luxurious care facility is seeking a Hairdresser to join their team to provide exceptional services to residents. You will play a crucial role in supporting lifestyle activities while styling. The position requires a qualification in hair dressing, strong people skills, and a passion for care. The job offers 40 hours a week at £14.00 per hour, along with great benefits including a free meal per shift and enhanced holiday pay. This is a temporary position covering maternity leave.

Benefits

1 free meal per shift

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Increased annual leave entitlement

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone birthdays - EXTRA day off

Company sick pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Recognition initiatives

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Minimum one year hair and beauty service desired.
• Good knowledge and understanding of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).
• Previous experience in customer service environment.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with hair and beauty within the home.
• Support the Hospitality Manager with lifestyle activities.
• Undertake designated tasks in a professional manner.

Skills

Good people skills

Strong organisational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Qualification in hair dressing and beauty

Hair and beauty certificate

Job description

Job Summary

Join our team as a Hairdresser at Oakland Care and unleash your creativity! From styling residents’ hair to supporting lifestyle activities, your role will be key in making a difference. Apply now and be a part of our luxurious care experience!

Benefits

• 1 free meal per shift
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – save money on commuting costs and improve your health.
• Milestone birthdays – get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sick pay over statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals – for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&Cs apply).
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives
• Long service awards

Location

Hyllden Heights, Tonbridge Road, Hildenborough, Tonbridge TN11 9HJ

Hours and Pay

40 hours per week

£14.00 per hour

Contract

Temporary – Maternity Cover

Shifts

Days

What do you need to succeed?

Our Hairdresser assists our care teams to provide an exceptional service, supporting the Reception and Lifestyles Teams.

This is a crucial position and central to the lives of the people we support, so good people skills are essential alongside strong organisational skills. If you have previous experience working in the hair and beauty sector, and have an affinity for care – this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with hair and beauty within the home
• Support the Hospitality Manager with lifestyle activities taking place within the home
• Undertake tasks as designated in a professional manner, reflecting the values of Oakland Care Group in a person‑centred way.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Qualification in hair dressing and beauty
• Hold hair and beauty certificate
• Minimum one (1) year hair and beauty service is desired
• Good knowledge and understanding of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
• Previous experience in customer service environment
• Knowledge of challenging behaviour & dementia awareness

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Verbal and written abilities necessary to communicate and work effectively with various levels of staff, residents, family members and other agencies.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow work schedules.

Attributes

Essential

• Ability to promote a professional image for the company at all times
• A caring nature and intuitive sensitivity to the needs of others; diplomatic
• Passion for excellence
• Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation
• Self‑motivated, confident and enthusiastic
• Flexible and able to adapt to change
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Approachable
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to travel to other homes for training/support

Our Mission

To provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our Family.

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Apply Now!

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply today!