Hair & Beauty Teacher / Assessor

October 2026 start | Full time | £26,000 - £30,000 per year | Hereford

Are you a qualified hair and beauty teacher/assessor looking to support learners in achieving their ambitions?

Could your experience inspire young people to achieve qualifications, build confidence and take their first steps towards a rewarding career?

KPI Education is working with an established provider in Hereford to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Hair & Beauty Teacher / Assessor.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Hair & Beauty professional who combines strong industry knowledge with a passion for teaching, assessing and supporting young people who may have struggled within mainstream education.

We're looking for someone who can bring Hair & Beauty to life through practical learning, while providing the guidance, encouragement and consistency learners need to succeed.

The Role

As a Hair & Beauty Teacher / Assessor, you'll deliver engaging vocational sessions, assess learners against relevant qualification standards and support students in developing the practical skills, confidence and employability skills they need for their next steps.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, hands-on sessions.
• Assessing learners' practical skills, knowledge and progress against vocational standards.
• Completing observations, assessments, learner portfolios and associated documentation.
• Providing constructive feedback, coaching and mentoring to support learner achievement.
• Building positive, professional relationships with young people.
• Monitoring attendance, progress and achievement, identifying areas where additional support is needed.
• Maintaining a safe, organised and professional salon and learning environment.
• Promoting safeguarding, learner welfare and positive behaviour.
• Supporting progression into further education, apprenticeships, training and employment.

About you

• Assessor qualification in Hair & Beauty.
• Passion for education and supporting young people in realising their ambitions.
• Strong occupational knowledge and practical experience within the Hair & Beauty industry.
• The ability to deliver engaging practical training and assess learners effectively.
• Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, adaptable and resilient approach, with the ability to motivate learners and establish clear expectations.

Previous teaching, training or assessing experience is highly desirable. Experience working with young people who have additional needs, behavioural challenges or barriers to mainstream education would also be advantageous.

Most importantly, you'll be approachable, encouraging and committed to helping every learner make progress.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to safeguarding procedures including enhanced DBS checks.

If this sounds like you, please apply today with your CV to be considered.

Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may be arranged as suitable candidates are identified.

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