Hairdressing Instructor

Job Description:

We are seeking a resilient, compassionate and skilled Hairdressing Instructor to join a specialist SEMH provision, working with young people who face significant emotional, social and behavioural challenges.

This is a highly rewarding role for someone who believes in relational teaching and trauma-informed practice, and who can use hairdressing as a powerful tool to re-engage learners, build confidence and develop employability skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, accredited or vocational hairdressing sessions tailored to individual needs
• Use hairdressing as a therapeutic and relational tool to build trust, self-esteem and regulation
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour calmly and consistently
• Adapt teaching strategies to support learners with SEMH needs
• Track progress and contribute to individual learning and behaviour plans
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and hygiene within the beauty learning environment
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including teachers, support staff and leadership

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold a relevant hairdressing qualification (Level 2 or above preferred)
• Have experience teaching, training or mentoring young people (SEMH experience desirable but not essential)
• Be emotionally resilient, patient and reflective
• Understand or be open to learning about trauma-informed and restorative approaches
• Be confident setting boundaries while maintaining warmth and respect
• Believe that behaviour is communication, not defiance

This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures. If you do not have a DBS, Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one at a cost of £63. 

If you have a CV that showcases your experience working in the education sector, care sector or in a similar capacity, please send it for consideration.