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.