Job Title: Hairdressing Academy Manager/Director Location: Francesco Hair Academy, 102 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1DB Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Starting at £40,000, negotiable depending on experience About Us FG Apprenticeships is a respected and independent training provider specialising in hairdressing education for apprentices. With a commitment to excellence, we aim to empower our apprentices with the skills, confidence and creativity needed to thrive in the hairdressing industry. Our state-of-the-art academy includes a commercial salon, providing real-world experience to apprentices in a professional environment. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Hairdressing Academy Manager/Director to lead our academy, foster meaningful relationships with apprentices and their employers, and ensure high-quality education delivery. This is a dynamic role that combines hairdressing expertise with educational leadership, team management and oversight of our commercial salon. Key Responsibilities - Programme Leadership - Oversee the delivery of hairdressing education programmes for apprentices, ensuring they meet industry standards and best practices. - Team Management - Lead, support and inspire a team of hairdressing educators, relationship managers and salon team, fostering a positive and collaborative environment. - Employer Engagement - Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, ensuring training programmes align with industry needs and apprentices are well-supported. - Salon Management - Oversee operations of the academy's commercial salon, ensuring it remains a valuable resource for apprentice learning and revenue generation. - Quality Assurance - Monitor the quality of teaching, learning and assessment to drive continuous improvement and excellent results for all apprentices. - Compliance & Standards - Ensure all academy operations comply with relevant regulations, health and safety standards and accreditation requirements. - Strategic Development - Contribute to the strategic planning and growth of the academy, identifying opportunities to enhance our programmes and expand our reach. Requirements - Experience - Proven background in hairdressing education or training with recent experience in managing a team in an educational setting. Be fully conversant with the EIF. - Qualifications - Recognised hairdressing qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or above) and relevant teaching, assessing and verification qualifications (e.g., PTTLS, DTTLS or equivalent). - Leadership Skills - Strong organisational and people management skills, with a proven track record of inspiring and developing teams. - Communication Skills - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with apprentices, employers and staff. - Commercial Acumen - Experience of managing a commercial salon or similar business would be beneficial. - Commitment - A passion for hairdressing and a commitment to supporting the next generation of hairdressers. What we Offer - Competitive salary and benefits package - Opportunities for professional growth and development - Supportive and collaborative team culture - Chance to make a meaningful impact on the careers of future hairdressing professionals If you are a passionate hairdressing professional with a commitment to education and a flair for leadership, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're the ideal candidate for this role. Francesco Group Apprenticeships is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and provide references to confirm their suitability to work with children. All applicants will be assessed in line with our commitment to safeguarding and safer recruitment practices. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From £40,000.00 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: Certificate of Higher Education (preferred) Licence/Certification: NVQ Level 3 in Hairdressing (required) Teaching & Assessing Qualifications (required) Willingness to travel: 25% (preferred) Work Location: In person
