Inspiring Hairdressing & Barbering Tutor

Working for Essex; Colchester; On-site; GBP 7,500 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Essex County Council’s Adult Community Learning (ACL) seeks a Vocational Trainer in Hairdressing and Barbering to deliver engaging, practical sessions for adult learners. You’ll run assessments, prepare learners for qualifications and foster confidence and progression in hairdressing skills.

Collaboration with a community-based team is key, with emphasis on inclusive teaching and up-to-date industry practices. This role is part-time and site-based in Colchester.

Qualifications

• Level 2 and Level 3 Hairdressing qualifications.
• Experience teaching, training, coaching or supporting adult learners.
• Industry experience in a commercial salon environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Desirable barbering qualification and teaching qualification or willingness to train.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment in Hairdressing and Barbering.
• Teach Level 2 and Level 3 Hairdressing qualifications.
• Instruct practical skills: cutting, colouring, styling, finishing and client care.
• Deliver barbering units where appropriate and maintain salon standards.
• Develop lesson plans and resources meeting awarding body requirements.
• Prepare learners for assessment and support successful outcomes.
• Adapt activities to individual learner needs and remove barriers.
• Contribute to quality improvement and maintain vocational knowledge.

Skills

Hairdressing experience

Strong communication

Adaptable teaching style

Education

Level 2 Hairdressing

Level 3 Hairdressing

Barbering qualification (desirable)

Teaching qualification (AET/CET/DET/PGCE or equivalent)

Job description

Essex County Council’s Adult Community Learning (ACL) seeks a Vocational Trainer in Hairdressing and Barbering to deliver engaging, practical sessions for adult learners. You’ll run assessments, prepare learners for qualifications and foster confidence and progression in hairdressing skills.

Collaboration with a community-based team is key, with emphasis on inclusive teaching and up-to-date industry practices. This role is part-time and site-based in Colchester.