Hairdressing Teacher

About the role

Hairdressing TeacherActivate Learning is seeking an inspiring and passionate Hairdressing Teacher to join our talented hairdressing team at Reading College.We’re looking for a motivated, creative, and enthusiastic professional who can spark curiosity, nurture talent, and ensure our students have a truly memorable learning experience.You will use your strong Hairdressing knowledge and practical expertise to deliver engaging, purposeful lessons to our level 2 students. Working closely with our dedicated team, you’ll help plan and deliver a curriculum that meets current industry demands and prepares students for successful careers.You will also have responsibilities as a Study Programme Owner, playing a vital role in supporting students by maintaining communication with families and keeping students engaged in their programmes through regular one-to-one meetings. You will monitor student progress and collaborate closely with subject teachers to ensure they are reaching their full potential.Our Lifestyles department has an outstanding track record of delivering vocational hairdressing courses with employability at their core. Through strong industry links and a teaching team of highly experienced professionals, we offer well-established, professionally accredited programmes that consistently achieve excellent outcomes.This is a permanent, part-time role working 18.5 hours per week on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Fridays (0.50 FTE) based at Reading college.What do you need to be successful as a Hairdressing Teacher at Activate Learning?We are seeking a dedicated professional who can inspire and guide our students, helping them gain not only their qualifications but also the skills, confidence, and professionalism needed to excel in the hairdressing industry.You will bring;Professional expertise - Minimum Level 3 Hairdressing qualification, recent industry experience, and an Assessor’s Award (IQA and teaching qualifications are desirable).Engaging teaching skills - Ability to inspire, motivate, and develop learners across all levels, fostering both technical ability and workplace readiness.Personal qualities - Flexible, adaptable, and highly organised with excellent interpersonal skills.What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learnings mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.Learn more about Teachers at Activate Learning

Who we are

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits

Here are some of our benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing

Company benefits

Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.

Learning and Development

continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.

Teaching Support

Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.

Pension Schemes

Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff

Generous Annual Leave

Up to 6 weeks paid leave

Competitive salaries

Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.

On-Site Facilities

Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits & wellbeing offering, please visit our work-with-us/wellbeingApplicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Note

Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.