Grey's Academy - Shaping the Future

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SHAPING TH E FUTU RE

SALON OWNERS & EMPLOYERS

S HAPI N G TH E F UTU R E O F YO U R WO R K FO RCE We believe in young people. We’ve seen how they respond when stretched and challenged to make their passion a reality. This is why we are committed to developing the next generation of hairdressers in Loughborough and the surrounding area – embedding values and qualities that will make them successful in life as well as proficient in hairdressing.

Our approach is holistic - an all-round education in wider skills including the benefits of healthy living, managing their money and recognising their social responsibilities. At Grey’s Academy, we’ve invested in purpose built facilities so that we can deliver the best possible apprenticeship programme, including an air-conditioned lecture room, IT suite and fully fitted salon with colour bar and wash house.

PARTNER WITH GREY’S ACADEMY, AND YOU’LL BENEFIT FROM THE FOLLOWING: • Reassurance of a proven, quality NVQ Level 2 or 3 apprenticeship programme • Practical assessment and training for your candidates in a real life environment • Motivated staff who feel valued and supported • All at no cost to you – fully funded

It’s an exciting time to be in hairdressing. Help shape the next generation. To find out more about what we can offer, call Sophie Smith on 0800 999 5582.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU: • Regular contact – quarterly reports, meetings and newsletters • Annual Celebration evening with hair show and presentation • Open Door policy – you are free to visit the Academy to see training in progress • Private Facebook Group to share news, achievements and photographs • Exclusive input from industry experts at Paul Mitchell and GHD • A named personal contact to liaise with about candidates’ progress

YOUR COMMITMENT TO US: • Send us your most willing learners who are genuinely committed to a career in hairdressing • Support your apprentices by giving them opportunities to practise skills in your salon • Encourage and motivate them to succeed – reimburse their travel expenses and seek feedback from them about their learning experiences

SCHOOL LEAVERS & CANDIDATES

I NTE R E STE D I N HAI R D R E SS I N G?

YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE. WE DON’T CUT CORNERS WITH OUR APPRENTICESHIPS… WHAT YOU DON’T NEED:

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• A long list of GCSEs

New friends, ongoing support and the chance

• Any prior knowledge or experience of hairdressing

to make the most of yourself. After successfully completing your training, you’ll have developed the skills and expertise to work in a hair

WHAT YOU DO NEED:

salon as a stylist and can look forward to

• To be between 16 and 24 years of age

a rewarding career!

• To have secured a full-time salon placement to qualify for full funding • Enthusiasm, commitment and a desire to succeed

TAKE IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL WITH AN ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP

• Stamina for being on your feet all day

Once you’ve completed your NVQ Level 2

• A sense of humour and good interpersonal skills

qualification, why not go even further? It’s a great opportunity for you to develop leadership qualities, deeper interpersonal skills and get

At Grey’s Academy, we’ve invested in modern,

creative in your hairdressing.

purpose built facilities so that we can give you the best possible training, including an air-conditioned

Government funding is available and you’ll

lecture room, IT suite and fully fitted salon with

continue to be supported by our friendly,

colour bar and wash house. You’ll be working

experienced team. Level 3 covers:

towards a nationally recognised NVQ Level 2

• Advanced cutting techniques

qualification which covers nine subject areas.

• Creative colour and colour correction

You’ll benefit from a series of both practical and theory workshops with support from our friendly team of hairdressers and will be trained in:

• Cutting

• Artistic and creative interpretation • In-depth consultation skills • Health and safety • Decision making and effective teamworking

• Colouring • Perming • Blow-drying/Setting • Client care and consultations

WHY CHOOSE GREY’S ACADEMY? We want to help you succeed and be happy in your chosen career. We have more than 30 years

• Team working

of experience in hairdressing so you’ll benefit

• Record keeping

from our expertise in training, educating and

• Health and Safety

making the most of your potential.

You’ll learn more than just hairdressing skills Our

INTERESTED?

apprenticeship programme also helps you develop ways to manage your money, communicate with a wide range of people and understand what skills make you a great employee. We’re interested in every part of your life and will celebrate your success and achievements with you.

To find out more, phone Sophie Smith on 0800 999 5582 for a friendly chat. It’s an exciting time to join hairdressing.

Be part of the next generation.

Since sending a member of my staff along to Grey’s Academy she has excelled in hairdressing; it's given her confidence in her work and the ability to do more! It's an excellent place with friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff who strive to bring out the best in their trainees Kate Ballard, The Cutting Cottage, Kegworth

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