Apprentice – Hair and Beauty Receptionist

Job Title: Apprentice – Hair and Beauty Receptionist

Location: East London

Hours: 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Salary range: £16,592 per year (progressing to £19,324 in the second year)

Contract type: Fixed Term (2 years)

Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only 15 General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating. As an Anchor Institution, Waltham Forest College serves its local and regional communities across North and East London exceptionally well and has been successful in driving aspiration and achievements for its students and wider communities.

We believe that our employees are the heart of the organisation and having the right people in the right place, with the right skills is the key to our success. We are looking for committed individuals who are passionate about working in an aspirational and high performing college and dedicated to contributing to an outstanding experience for our learners

We are recruiting an apprentice to support the College in providing an efficient administrative service in the Hairdressing and Beauty department. You will support the administrative functions of the department and be responsible for the day-to-day operation running of the Hairdressing and Beauty Reception area. You will promote the highest possible standards in customer care, equal opportunities and health and safety practices for the benefit of learners and the wider community served by the College. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate.

Apprentices will gain the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard qualification and after successful completion of this apprenticeship, candidates can apply for higher apprenticeship or apply for full-time employment.

Please note that your application will be shared with the Apprenticeship Team at the College and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

What’s in it for you?

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme (LGPS), employee assistance programme and free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2023 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.

Closing Date: 22 September 2024

Interview Date:  w/c 29 September 2024

*Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date*.