Salon Technician (0.8FTE)

We're looking for a proactive and organised Salon Technician to play a vital role in our vibrant Hair, Beauty and Barbering provision. Working closely with staff, students and clients, you'll help create an outstanding learning environment by preparing commercial salons and spa facilities, managing stock and resources, and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of our industry-standard training spaces. This is an exciting opportunity to use your sector expertise to inspire learners, contribute to exceptional student experiences, and help transform lives through education.

Responsibilities include:

• Day to day supervision of the commercial salons and the spa including the laundry from the salons.
• Order and manage materials and resources needed for the curriculum area, keeping inventory checks
• To maintain appropriate records and inventories for stock control purposes
• Prepare learning spaces and salons ready for learners and clients, including the laundry from the salons.
• Promote commercial offers to broaden client base
• Support tutors and students in preparing and maintaining the College salons and SPA for lessons and client sessions for various courses.
• Carry out relevant H&S checks for the curriculum area
• To operate the salon reception and supporting students when they are working on reception duties. Also, any other required associated duties
• To carry out duties commensurate with the post of Technician, responsible to the lecturers and Curriculum Area Manger (CAM)
• To implement and promote College regulations, policies and procedures.
• To assist the teaching staff and CAM with costings and ordering equipment when specified.
• Additional duties relating to the post not mentioned above, to be negotiated with the Curriculum Area Manager
• Support the College management in all health and safety matters and take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.
• To participate and promote recruitment and marketing activities as specified by your line manager or Head of Department
• To participate actively in the maintenance and promotion of close links with employers and training agencies
• To undertake additional duties that may be required commensurate with the level of responsibility of the post.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training

• GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• Level 2 Qualification in Hair, Beauty or Barbering

Experience

• Ability to utilise Information Technology and Information, Learning and Technology for administrative purposes.
• Recent industrial or commercial experience in an area appropriate to the job specification
• Proven ability to carry out risk assessments in line with COSHH and other statutory requirements.
• Awareness of health and safety issues.
• Awareness of the Hair & Beauty industry
• Excellent interpersonal skills

For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly request that recruitment agencies not forward any unsolicited CVs in relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies, we will get in touch with agencies directly.

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

• If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.