Hairdressing Lecturer- HMP

Dovetail and Slate; Sutton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

UK Bank Holidays

Birthday day off

Generous pension scheme

Professional development pathways

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Blue Light Card / NUS discounts

Job summary

MK College Group is recruiting a Hairdressing Lecturer to join the prison‑based Education Team at HMP Downview in Sutton. Deliver hands‑on hairdressing classes, guiding learners toward industry qualifications within a secure setting.

You will help students develop practical salon skills, confidence and employability, supporting their progression and rehabilitation goals during their time in custody.

Qualifications

• Proven hairdressing experience and relevant qualifications.
• Teaching experience preferred; willingness to work towards a teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands‑on hairdressing lessons in a secure environment.
• Support learners to gain formal qualifications and workplace‑ready skills.
• Guide progression and foster a structured, supportive classroom.

Skills

Hairdressing experience

Education

Teaching qualification ( desirable)

Job description

Job Title: Hairdressing Lecturer - HMP

Location: Sutton / Surrey

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (Subject to experience)

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

The Opportunity

Are you a creative, experienced hairdressing professional or tutor looking to use your practical skills to change lives? Do you want to play a key role in reducing reoffending by equipping female learners with industry-recognised skills, confidence, and qualifications that lead directly to employment upon release?

MK College Group has an exciting opportunity for a Hairdressing Lecturer to join the dedicated prison‑based Education Team at HMP Downview. In this deeply rewarding role, you will deliver engaging, hands‑on hairdressing classes within a secure environment, guiding learners through their qualifications and helping them build self‑esteem and independence.

What You Will Be Doing

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver high‑quality, engaging hairdressing lessons that support learners to gain formal qualifications and workplace‑ready skills.
• Student Progression: Guide learners through their individual learning journeys, fostering a positive, supportive, and structured classroom atmosphere.
• Skill Building for Rehabilitation: Teach practical styling, cutting, and salon techniques while embedding confidence, professional conduct, and employability skills for post‑release goals.

What We Are Looking For

• Professional Expertise: Substantial vocational experience as a qualified hair stylist, hairdresser, or salon practitioner.
• Teaching & Training: Experience delivering hairdressing training or lecturing is preferred; a recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one) is highly desirable.
• Key Skills: Strong group facilitation, adaptive teaching methods, and excellent communication skills to work effectively with diverse adult learners in custody.
• Values-Driven: A creative, inspiring approach with a genuine passion for supporting learners to overcome barriers and achieve success.

Why Apply?

• This post comes with an exceptional benefits package, including 38 days of annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays, an extra birthday day off, a generous pension scheme, and dedicated professional development pathways. You will also gain access to Employee Assistance Programs, wellbeing platforms, and national retail/discount schemes (Blue Light Card / NUS).

Disclaimer

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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