Hairdresser in Tower Hamlets, London

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Setting: Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) - SEMH
Employer: TimePlan Education - Client School
Contract: Long-term opportunity

TimePlan Education are working with a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Tower Hamlets who are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and passionate Hairdressing & Barbering Vocational Instructor to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced hairdresser or barber who is looking to use their industry skills to make a real difference to the lives of young people.

You will be delivering practical, engaging vocational lessons to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them develop valuable skills, build confidence and work towards recognised qualifications.

The successful candidate will help create a positive, structured and supportive learning environment where students can develop practical abilities and explore future pathways into further education, apprenticeships and employment.

• Plan and deliver practical hairdressing and barbering lessons, working towards Level 1 and Level 2 vocational qualifications.

• Teach essential skills including cutting, styling, shampooing, client consultations, beard grooming and salon health and safety.

• Manage and maintain a vocational salon environment, ensuring equipment and tools are safe and compliant.

• Adapt lessons to meet the individual needs of students with SEMH, SEN, ADHD and Autism.

• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people who may have struggled in mainstream education.

• Support students with emotional regulation, confidence, communication and social skills.

• Use positive behaviour management and trauma-informed approaches.

• Assess students' practical work, maintain portfolios and track their progress.

• Maintain safeguarding standards and follow school policies and procedures.

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

• NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 in Hairdressing and/or Barbering.

• At least 3 years' commercial experience working as a qualified hairdresser or barber.

• A Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET/PTLLS), QTS or QTLS, or a willingness to work towards this.

• Experience working with young people with SEN, SEMH or additional behavioural needs.

• Strong technical knowledge of modern hairdressing and barbering techniques.

• Knowledge of vocational awarding bodies such as VTCT, City & Guilds or NCFE.

• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Desirable:

• Previous experience delivering vocational qualifications in a PRU, Alternative Provision or SEMH setting.

• Assessor qualification (TAQA, CAVA or A1).

• Internal Verifier qualification (IQA/V1).

• Team-Teach or other de-escalation training.

• Opportunity to use your professional hairdressing or barbering skills to change young people's lives.

• Work in a specialist PRU setting with students who benefit from practical, hands-on learning.

• Help disengaged learners develop confidence, independence and employability skills.

• Become part of a supportive education team.

Apply Now!

If you are a qualified hairdresser or barber with a passion for working with young people and want to take your career in a rewarding new direction, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply now!

Safeguarding Statement

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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