Hairdresser/Salon Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Portadown; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local beauty salon in Portadown is searching for a talented Hair Stylist or assistant. This role is crucial for providing exceptional hair care services. While a qualification is desirable, candidates with a strong interest in hairdressing and those willing to learn will be considered. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean workstation, engaging with clients, and assisting in store management tasks. Flexible hours may be available, making this a great opportunity for individuals looking to enter the beauty industry.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to build rapport with clients quickly.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients and team members.
• Qualified stylist is desirable but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and organised workstations and ensure the salon is kept tidy at all times.
• Engage with clients.
• Assist in store management tasks, including inventory management and maintaining supplies.
• Reception duties such as scheduling appointments, managing client records, and handling payments.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build rapport with clients

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: HAIRPLAYBYALEXWe are seeking a talented Hair Stylist or assistant. As a Hair Stylist, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional hair care services to our clients, ensuring they leave feeling confident. Through both hair care and ability to connect with customers, you will contribute to a welcoming and professional salon environment. It is not necessary to be a qualified stylist as we are willing to take on a salon assistant who has an interest in hairdressing, or possibly started training but didn't complete and who is willing to learn some basics and assist stylists.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and organised workstations and ensure the salon is kept tidy at all times.
• Provide tea and coffee.
• Engage with clients.
• Sell products and services.
• Assist in store management tasks, including inventory management and maintaining supplies.
• Reception duties such as scheduling appointments, managing client records, and handling payments.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to build rapport with clients quickly.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients and team members.
• Qualified stylist is desirable but not necessary.

Further Information

The Employer is: HAIRPLAYBYALEXJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1753289 Job Sector Beauty and Hair Care Area Co Armagh Location Portadown Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 08/01/2026 Closing date 18/02/2026 Worktime To be confirmed with employer.

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 16 Jan 2026

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 11 Jan 2026

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 19 Jan 2026