Salary guide
Hairdresser
- Average salary
- £18,000 – £30,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
Personal CareBeauty
- The UK hairdressing industry is worth over £6 billion
Other names this job is known by
- Stylist
- Hair Artist
Key responsibilities
- Cut, style, and colour hair
- Advise clients on hair care and styles
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene
- Manage bookings and payments
Skills and qualifications required
- NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or 3 in hairdressing
- Apprenticeship in hairdressing
- Customer service and manual dexterity
- Creativity and business skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Stylist
- Salon Manager
- Business Owner
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Study hairdressing or beauty
- Apply for a hairdressing apprenticeship
- Gain NVQ/SVQ qualifications
- Build experience in salons
- Progress to senior or management roles, or start your own business
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