senploy • Tower Hamlets, London

School Hairdresser

About this role

School Hairdresser - SEMH Interventions ✨

Location

Tower Hamlets

Contract

Full-time / Term-time only

Start Date

Immediate

Are you a skilled hairdresser with a passion for supporting young people?

We are looking for a School Hairdresser to join a SEMH school, delivering bespoke interventions for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a unique opportunity to use your hairdressing skills to build trust, boost confidence, and create a safe space for students who need additional support with behaviour and engagement.

What you'll do

  • Provide hair cutting and basic grooming sessions in a safe, structured environment

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Use 1

1 and small group sessions as an intervention to support behaviour and emotional regulation

  • Build strong relationships to promote confidence, self-esteem, and positive choices
  • Support students with behaviour, helping them re-engage with learning
  • Work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to monitor progress
  • Act as a positive role model within the school

What we're looking for

  • Qualified hairdresser (Level 2/3 or equivalent)
  • Experience working with young people or transferable skills (youth work, mentoring, etc.)
  • Confident managing behaviour and building rapport
  • Patient, calm, and resilient approach
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

What we offer

  • A rewarding role making a real impact on young people's lives
  • Supportive SEMH school environment
  • Term-time hours and competitive pay
  • Opportunity to gain experience within education and behaviour support
  • If you're ready to use your skills in a meaningful way and support students beyond the salon, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV for more information.