Hairdressing and beauty salon managers and proprietors

Description

Job holders in this unit group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources of hairdressing salons, beauty treatment and similar establishments.

Tasks

  • determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term needs
  • controls the allocation, training and remuneration of staff
  • provides clients with information and advice on styles and treatments, and resolves any complaints or problems
  • ensures clients’ records are maintained
  • undertakes and/or directs hair treatments and/or beauty therapy
  • checks and maintains any equipment, and ensures that all safety requirements are met
  • demonstrates, advises on and sells hair and/or beauty products
  • ensures financial accounts for the business are maintained.

Educational Requirements

No formal qualifications are required for entry although entrants usually possess a BTEC/SQA award, an NVQ/SVQ in Hairdressing at Level 3, an apprenticeship and/or relevant experience.