Hair & Beauty Job Vacancies
Find out how you can inspire the next generation for the Hairdressing & Beauty sector
Welcome to Weston College, a leading provider of further and higher education in the South West of England. We are currently seeking passionate and knowledgeable individuals to join our team.
At Weston College, we are committed to providing our students with the highest quality of education, ensuring that they are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their chosen careers. As a Lecturer, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise with our students, helping them to develop their skills and achieve their career goals.
Our state-of-the-art salons and beauty rooms provide a stimulating and supportive learning environment, enabling our students to engage with the latest technologies and techniques in the hairdressing and beauty industries. As a member of our team, you will have access to a wide range of resources and support, including ongoing professional development opportunities and access to the latest industry research and trends.
As a member of our team, you will be supported by a dedicated and experienced staff, who are committed to providing a positive and inclusive working environment. We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and experiences.
Currently there are no vacancies in this area, but if you'd like to be kept informed on when something else comes up in the future, register your interest below
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression, including support for obtaining a Level 4/5 Diploma in Education and Training or equivalent/higher level teaching qualification.
- Collaborate with employers to ensure that our programs meet the needs of the industry and prepare students for successful careers, including lots of opportunity for industry placements and guest talks for our learners.
- Generous pension scheme and holiday entitlement, plus other benefits such as access to our fantastic Wellbeing@Weston support.
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by inspiring and preparing them to become the next generation of hairdressing professionals.
- Partaking in WorldSkills National Competitions against other colleges, enabling our learners to showcase their skills to the highest standard.
- Join an award-winning organisation that has a proven track record of providing high-quality education and training to students.
- Training opportunities for those new to teaching, including an extensive program of training to help you transition into a career in education.
- Work in a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages innovation and creativity.
- Part time and full-time applications are welcome, to help you to achieve a healthy work-life balance.
- Active encouragement for those wishing to continue to work in the hairdressing and beauty profession, alongside any job offer.
If you have a disability, neurodivergence, or a condition that may impact your performance during our selection process, we are happy to accommodate your needs. You will have the opportunity to inform us of any necessary adjustments throughout the application and selection process. As an employee, we will continue to discuss and work with you to ensure you have the necessary accommodations to succeed in your role.
Some examples of possible adjustments include:
- Allowing extra time for online assessments
- Providing alternative accessible formats
- Sharing interview questions beforehand
- Offering additional information about what to expect
- Providing an office orientation before an in-person assessment.
If you have any questions, please contact hr@weston.ac.uk .
Want to ask a question ahead of applying? Click here to book a phone call with a member of the team
RECENT NEWS STORIES
<p>In the <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/courses/hair-make-up-and-prosthetics-for-producti…, Makeup and Prosthetics for Production (HMPP) three-year degree programme</a> at <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/">UCW</a>, there is a module which requires the learners to work to an industry brief. This year, <a href="https://www.puxton.co.uk/">Puxton Park</a> delivered the brief for the learners, for an event they held, called “Phobia”; a Halloween event that took place from 22nd – 29th October, consisting of five haunted attractions including a Haunted Tractor Ride, Doll House and the ‘Dark Wood’. The learners were required to design and apply makeup to a very high quality for this event, for up to 40 actors a night!</p><p>In total, 30 students across both HE & FE took part; the third year HMPP learners were in charge of running the event, and the first and second year HMPP learners also took part as assistants. The <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/beaut… 2 Hair and media makeup</a> learners were also involved as further assistance on certain makeup zones. Every learner was there every night, from 4:30 – 10:30pm, to ensure every actor was ready for their performance. It was important that they planned and practiced every aspect before the event started, as they had to make sure they could carry out the same quality in a fast-paced environment, under time pressure!</p><p>As well as designing and applying the makeup on the nights, the 3rd year learners were also tasked with ordering the products and costumes, and keeping within a budget, as well as holding workshops for the Level 2 students to demonstrate the desired looks, and build their confidence in their abilities.</p><p>The feedback from everyone involved has been overwhelmingly positive – the learners absolutely loved the opportunity to work in a professional event, working with other students across multiple courses, and being given a true insight into the industry. Puxton Park have also commented on the creative talent of the learners, and praised them for their professionalism. The general public, who attended the event, have said it was “a fantastic, immersive experience, but very scary!”</p><p>Tara O’Hare, an HMPP lecturer, has commented “I would like to personally thank my third year HMPP students, with special thanks in particular to Holly and Beth, who acted as project managers on the event, liaised with the other groups who were helping out, and worked professionally and fully committed themselves to the project throughout.</p><p>Both the HE and FE makeup students worked with enthusiasm and confidence throughout They will be an absolute asset in the makeup industry, and without them, this project would not have been as successful. We can’t wait to be back next year!”</p><p>If you’re interested in a qualification in Hair and Makeup, you can find out more information, below!</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/hair-… Education</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/courses/hair-make-up-and-prosthetics-for-producti… Education</a></li></ul>
<p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{39}" paraid="206371707" xml:lang="EN-GB">Last month saw the Education and Early Years, Hair and Beauty, and the Hospitality and Catering students celebrating their achievements this year.</p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{39}" paraid="206371707" xml:lang="EN-GB">The End of Year Celebrations showcased the learners incredible work and skills. The theme of this year's event was ‘WESTONBURY’ - Weston College’s very own festival! </p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{881830c6-3017-403d-8e8d-5477020c71d7}{124}" paraid="629137896" xml:lang="EN-GB">To kick off the evening, guests were greeted with mocktails and welcomed with amazing stalls displaying learners work, hair braiding, festival food stalls and glitter face painting! </p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{881830c6-3017-403d-8e8d-5477020c71d7}{132}" paraid="830618206" xml:lang="EN-GB">The food stalls were run by Hospitality and Catering students and served up incredible food to the guests which was a wonderful opportunity for learners to gain some real-life experience. </p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{e2fdc2ac-68d1-4c66-96ce-f96a5ed2239e}{135}" paraid="1731836185" xml:lang="EN-GB">Our Education and Early Years learners presented a video of what they get up to in classes and students Bethany, Hannah and Rachel got up on stage to discuss what they enjoy about their courses! </p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{33e6f624-53e5-4558-ba1b-444c3d0cd9d6}{111}" paraid="1971324658" xml:lang="EN-GB">The Hair and Beauty learners displayed their skills with a catwalk, demonstrating the technical skills they have gained over the last year. To open the catwalk, a group of learners gaining their Level 2 Hairdressing qualification prepared a dance – these students have played a significant role in the World Skills competence to excellence which enables them to be challenged to work outside their comfort zones, resilience in challenging situations, problem solve to prepare them for the world of work. <br> </p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{88}" paraid="996526653" xml:lang="EN-GB">Sandra Bull, Dean of the Service Sector says: "<em>Following the challenges of the last academic year it was lovely to be able to celebrate once again in person the progression and journey of our learners in Service Sectors." </em> </p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{96}" paraid="68993663" xml:lang="EN-GB"><strong>Congratulations to all our award winners and a huge thank you to our staff! </strong></p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{96}" paraid="68993663" xml:lang="EN-GB"> </p><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{96}" paraid="68993663" xml:lang="EN-GB"> </p><ul role="list"><li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2" role="listitem"><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{103}" paraid="559152118" xml:lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/hair-…; rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Find out more about our Hair and Beauty courses here.</a> </p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2" role="listitem"><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{121}" paraid="2080517146" xml:lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/hospi…; rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Find out more about our Hospitality and Catering courses here.</a> </p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2" role="listitem"><p lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{6cfc4a22-34c7-4f07-bf99-603d0ecc0ad7}{133}" paraid="1932880819" xml:lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/educa…; rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Find out more about our Education and Early Years courses here.</a> </p></li></ul>
<p>My name is Emma and I’ve been in the hairdressing industry for nearly 30 years. I started hairdressing as soon as I left school, working in a large salon where I completed a two-year apprenticeship with a one-day college day. I absolutely love every aspect of hairdressing, especially the way it allows creativity and for you to make your own style.</p><p>I worked in a few salons on a rent-a-chair basis, but always felt there was something missing for me. I had so many ideas and I truly wanted to open my own salon in which everything was unique. I worked very hard and I can now say it all was worth it as I have had my own salon for two years, which has been the best and most rewarding thing I've ever done, even with the Covid lockdown in between.</p><p>Something that was really important to me was offering students the opportunity to gain work experience, as I knew first-hand how important it was. Learning in a college is amazing, but being able to go into a salon to see how it's run and their own approach to each detail is essential to a learner looking to go into the field.</p><p>When I opened Unique, I wanted my salon to be different and stand out from the crowd, while also benefitting the environment. To achieve this, I decided I wanted all my colours and products to be vegan friendly. I also offer a wide range of eco-friendly products at an affordable price, so it's easier for my clients to be friendly to the environment.</p><p>With any learner coming into my salon, I would expect them to have fantastic timekeeping and be ready to learn, to accept that there are many jobs to be done, which are all of equal importance to the smooth-running of the salon.</p><p>This year, we are so excited that we are getting involved with the brand-new <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/career-excellence-hubs">Careers Excellence Hub</a> as an endorser. This will allow us to impact the future of our industry by influencing what is taught in the curriculum, delivering master classes and offering more opportunities to learners to gain valuable experience.</p><p> </p><p><em>Emma - Unique Hair</em></p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/hair-… you're interested in studying hairdressing and barbering, click this link!</a></p>
OUR STAFF STORY VIDEOS
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE COLLEGE
Over recent years, the College has gone from strength to strength, proving to be one of the top education providers in the country.
The College has also been featured in the ‘Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For’ list and the top-ranked college nationally.
Furthermore, the College holds the highest possible Investors in People ‘Platinum accreditation, which demonstrates our commitment to continually invest in our staff to achieve their full potential.
Our higher education provision University Centre Weston is graded ‘Gold’ by TEF, putting us amongst the top universities in the UK, and in 2018 we received the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education.
All establishment staff at Weston College are entitled to a minimum of 30 days plus statutory bank holidays per year (allocated on a pro rata basis for part time staff).
All staff are automatically entered into a pension scheme relevant to their role with generous employer contributions.
Business support staff are automatically entered into the Local Government Pension Scheme, provided by the Avon Pension Fund.
Teaching staff are automatically entered into the Teacher’s Pension Scheme, a contributory scheme administered by Teachers’ Pensions on behalf of the Department for Children, Schools and Families.
We provide an excellent programme of staff development and CPD opportunities to all staff through internal development courses and training or through programmes such as LinkedIn Learning.
Not JUST available to students, college staff are also eligible to purchase a student discount card through Totum.
As well as access to the college’s in house student-led training restaurant, staff members also receive a 10% discount at The Green House coffee shop.
All employees of Weston College, are able to benefit from a free subscription to Microsoft 365 whilst employed by the College.
All staff are eligible for the Discount for Teachers scheme offering a wide range of discounts across all sectors.
Throughout the year, staff will also be notified about exclusive deals and discounts for local tourist attractions or businesses.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is very important, so as well as an excellent Occupational Health referral system, the College offers the following to all staff:
• Health Assured EAP Scheme (Employee Assistance Programme). This health programme is available to all staff. The service provides free and confidential support that is available 24 hours a day.
• A dedicated Staff Welfare Officer.
• Eyesight tests - The College will contribute towards the cost of your eye examination and up to £40 towards the cost of glasses, if it is deemed necessary for your role.
• College Fitness Suite - All staff have access to the fully equipped, sport and fitness centre on the 7th floor of the Knightstone Campus. There are no membership fees involved, however a full gym induction must be completed.
• Hair, beauty and relaxation treatments - Discounts are available to all staff across the College on a wide range of hair and beauty treatments including hair cuts and colours, massage and manicures. The treatments are carried out by our Weston College students under the close supervision of the highly qualified hair and beauty lecturers.
We recognise that many of our staff have responsibilities for family or dependants and operate a number of initiatives to help colleagues balance these responsibilities with work.
The College has a number of schemes that cover the following family circumstances:
• Maternity leave
• Paternity leave
• Adoption leave
• Parental leave
• Dependant's leave
• Fertility treatment leave.
We are happy to consider requests for flexible working in line with the Flexible Working Policy.
We recognise that many of our staff have responsibilities for family or dependants and operate a number of initiatives to help colleagues balance these responsibilities with work.
The College has a number of schemes that cover the following family circumstances:
• Maternity leave
• Paternity leave
• Adoption leave
• Parental leave
• Dependant's leave
• Fertility treatment leave.
We are happy to consider requests for flexible working in line with the Flexible Working Policy.
THE FACILITIES
EXPLORE OUR GREAT FACILITIES
All hair and beauty programmes are based in the Hair and Beauty Centre, at the Knightstone Campus.
- The Hair and Beauty Centre includes five purpose-built, industry standard salons including, hairdressers, barbers, beauty salon, a nail salon and a specialist media make-up facility
- The Hair and Beauty Centre is open to the public giving you regular, real client experience ensuring you are ready for the industry
- All the Hair and Beauty Centre lecturers have many years experience working in the sector, so you will be learning from experts with current and relevant knowledge
- Plus, you will have the opportunity to experiment with different styles and techniques, displaying them at our end-of-year hair and beauty show.
Service Sectors End of Year Celebration 2022
OUR PARTNERS
One Message, Different Voices
Take a look at this powerful film made by the staff of Weston College to show how important it is for everyone from different backgrounds to be included. The film shares heartfelt stories and interviews with a diverse group of staff, showing how accepting different identities and backgrounds can make a big difference. Its purpose is to encourage viewers to think about their own biases and work towards making our community more welcoming to all. We invite everyone, regardless of their background, to join us and be a part of our journey toward a more inclusive future.
Our workplace champions the right of staff to embrace all Afro-hairstyles. We acknowledge that Afro-textured hair is an important part of our Black employees’ racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious identities, and requires specific styling for hair health and maintenance. We celebrate Afro-textured hair worn in all styles including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps. In this workplace, we recognise and celebrate our colleagues’ identities. We are a community built on an ethos of equality and respect where hair texture and style have no bearing on an employee's ability to succeed.
FAQ's
Yes – you will be placed on Weston College’s internal teacher training programme or the Education Training Foundation’s ‘Taking Teaching Further’ programme. This will include undertaking a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (or equivalent/higher level teaching qualification).
Yes – we would still encourage applicants to apply. Candidates can organise a virtual discussion with one of our team to discuss further. Please find the booking link above.
Yes – Weston College actively promotes staff to maintain industry currency and/or membership. The College provides an extensive CPD programme whilst supporting staff to engage with industry-specific training.