Receptionist - Hair and Beauty

Coleg Gwent; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education institution in Caerphilly is seeking a Receptionist for its Hair and Beauty department. The successful candidate will manage salon bookings and provide excellent customer service. Ideal applicants should have strong communication skills and a positive attitude toward teamwork in a busy environment. Training in Welsh is desirable. This role offers a salary of £21,358 per annum and 37 hours of work per week.

Benefits

Wellbeing activities

Mental health support

Subsidized gym access

Qualifications

• Experience in a reception or salon environment is a bonus.
• Basic Welsh language skills or willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Manage salon bookings and support daily operations.
• Ensure a welcoming front-of-house experience.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

IT and admin abilities

Team player

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Receptionist - Hair and Beauty, Caerphilly

Location: Caerphilly, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

Job Description:

Crosskeys Campus

Position: Receptionist – Hair & Beauty

Salary: £21,358 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Join our vibrant Hair and Beauty department as a friendly and professional Receptionist. You'll be the first point of contact for clients, students, and staff—managing salon bookings, supporting daily operations, and ensuring a welcoming front-of-house experience.

We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and customer service skills, organized with strong IT and admin abilities. Experience in a reception or salon environment is a bonus, but you must be a team player who thrives in a busy, creative setting.

Basic Welsh language skills (or willingness to undertake training) are desirable. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

The College is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) if appropriate.

Successful candidates will be expected to pay for the Enhanced Disclosure and registration with the EWC.

Lecturing posts require a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) or willingness to attain one within a specified period. This will be a requirement under your employment contract and EWC registration.

At Coleg Gwent, we embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity, adhering to the Equality Act 2010. We aim to embed these principles in our daily practices with learners, colleagues, and partners.

We believe diverse teams are the most successful. We welcome applications from minority groups, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people, females, LGBTQ+, non-binary individuals, and people with disabilities. We support an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.

We are committed to being an anti-racist organization and increasing diversity by removing barriers and supporting staff development. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, religions, and health conditions.

Our campuses are accessible, with facilities such as prayer rooms. We are a Disability Confident Employer and part of the Black Leadership Group, supported by various staff networks.

We aim to foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our staff and creates a sense of belonging. Our ED&I steering group and champions promote our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Your wellbeing is important. We offer wellbeing activities, mental health support, subsidized gym access, and more to support your mental and physical health.

Closing Date: 13.08.25

Interview Date: 27.08.25

Safeguarding Statement:

Coleg Gwent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS and registration with the EWC if appropriate.