Lead Technician & Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup

Cambridge Regional College; Huntingdon, Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Lead Technician - Hair & Beauty to manage and coordinate technical operations across two campuses. This role requires strong leadership and organizational skills, overseeing stock control, equipment maintenance, and compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a level 3 qualification in Hair or Beauty or relevant industry experience. This position offers various benefits, including holiday entitlement and discounts on courses.

Benefits

Generous holiday leave entitlement

Generous pension scheme

Discounted rates on Apple products

Free gym membership option

Discounted rates on college courses

BUPA Health Expenses cash plan

Free on-site car parking

Exclusive discounts for stores

On-site restaurants and coffee outlets

Free counselling service

Staff Development opportunities

Qualifications

• A level 3 qualification in Hair or Beauty or significant industry experience.
• Experience in health and safety management.
• Strong organisational and IT skills, including booking systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate technical operations across campuses.
• Lead and support Hair & Beauty Technicians.
• Oversee stock control, kit distribution, and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.
• Manage financial administration for salon operations.
• Support teaching staff with technical assistance and demonstrations.
• Organise competitions, events, and open evenings.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Strong communication

Customer service skills

IT skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Hair or Beauty

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Technician - Hair & Beauty to manage and coordinate our technical operations across both campuses. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced industry professional with strong organisational and leadership skills.

What you’ll do:

Lead and support Hair & Beauty Technicians across Cambridge and Huntingdon.

Oversee stock control, kit distribution, and equipment maintenance.

Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.

Manage financial administration for salon operations, including budget control.

Support teaching staff with technical assistance and demonstrations.

Organise competitions, events, and open evenings.

What we’re looking for:

A level 3 qualification in Hair or Beauty or substantial industry experience.

Experience in health & safety management within salons.

Strong organisational and IT skills, including booking systems.

Ability to lead and motivate a team.

Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Special Requirements:

Ability to work one evening per week and occasional weekends for events.

Just some of the rewards you can benefit from joining our staff, include:

• Generous holiday leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Discounted rates on Apple products
• Free gym membership option and discounted classes
• Discounted rates on college courses
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
• Free on-site car parking
• Exclusive discounts for high street and online stores with Rewards@CRC
• On site restaurants, retail and coffee outlets (Costa Coffee at Cambridge Campus and Starbucks at Huntingdon Campus)
• Free independent telephone counselling service with our Employee Assistant Programme
• Staff Development opportunities.

Cambridge Regional College is a large and inspirational centre of learning with Campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon. We have outstanding teaching and leisure facilities and a reputation for excellence in a number of fields. Our campus facilities are among the best in the country, and you'll find a modern teaching environment with lots of energy and interaction. CRC is a college to be proud of and to be in.

In addition, we value our staff as we understand they make the difference in transforming lives, our investment in our staff has been formally recognised in being accredited with Investors in People Gold status.

Safeguarding statement

Cambridge Regional College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all workers and employees to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.