Apprentice Hairdresser

About the role

We’re looking for a First Year Hairdressing Apprentice to join the team at Mario’s Hair Studio in Gladesville!

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about hair, loves being creative and is excited to learn something new every day.

You’ll work alongside our experienced hairdressers in a friendly and supportive salon environment, learning everything from the basics through to more advanced hairdressing skills as you progress through your apprenticeship.

You’ll attend TAFE one day per week as part of your apprenticeship, with the rest of your time spent gaining valuable hands-on experience in the salon.

Saturday daytime availability and Thursday late-night availability are required.

Don’t worry if you’ve never worked in a salon before - no previous experience is required! We’ll provide the training, tools and support you need to get started and build your confidence.

Key responsibilities

As a first-year apprentice, you’ll learn and assist with all aspects of salon life, including:

• Assisting our hairdressers with day-to-day salon duties
• Greeting clients and helping create a friendly, welcoming experience
• Shampooing and conditioning clients’ hair
• Learning and assisting with blow-drying, styling and basic hair services
• Assisting with colour preparation and application under supervision
• Keeping the salon clean, tidy and organised
• Preparing and maintaining workstations, tools and equipment
• Learning and following salon hygiene, health and safety procedures
• Learning about different hair types, products and techniques
• Watching, learning and developing your skills alongside experienced hairdressers
• Most importantly, being willing to learn, ask questions and give things a go!

About you

We’re looking for someone who is:

• 😊 Friendly, fun and positive
• ✂️ Passionate about hair and excited to learn
• 🎨 Creative and enjoys expressing themselves
• 💪 Has a positive “Can Do” attitude
• ⏰ Reliable, punctual and committed
• 🖤 Well presented and takes pride in their appearance and work
• 🤝 Polite, friendly and respectful towards clients and the team
• 📚 Keen to learn new skills and take direction
• 💬 Comfortable communicating with clients and team members in English

You don’t need to know everything - that’s what an apprenticeship is for! We’re looking for someone with the right attitude, personality and enthusiasm to learn.

About us

At Mario’s Hair Studio, we’re all about creating a fun, friendly and supportive salon environment.

We love seeing people learn, grow and become more confident in their skills. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from experienced hairdressers, gain hands-on experience and build the foundations for an exciting career in the hair industry.

If you’re hardworking, creative, love being around people and have always wanted to get into hairdressing, we’d love to hear from you!

No experience necessary - just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn!