Lecturer in Hairdressing

Lecturer in Hairdressing (Full‑time | Fixed Term)

Inspire creativity. Build confidence. Shape future professionals.

Are you an experienced Hairdressing professional ready to inspire the next generation?

Join Bournemouth & Poole College and play a key role in developing students’ technical expertise, creativity and confidence—helping them progress into salon careers, self‑employment, or further study.

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high‑quality, engaging teaching across our Hairdressing provision, from Level 1 to Level 3. You’ll create inspiring learning experiences that develop students’ practical skills, professional behaviours and industry readiness, preparing them for successful careers in the hair and beauty sector.

• Deliver engaging, practical and inclusive Hairdressing teaching
• Demonstrate and coach a wide range of industry techniques
• Plan and assess learning, providing high‑quality feedback
• Support students to develop professional standards and workplace behaviours
• Track student progress and implement timely interventions
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement
• Support recruitment, enrichment and employer engagement activities
• Create a positive, inclusive and high‑expectation salon learning environment

• Level 3 qualification in Hairdressing (Level 4 desirable)
• Industry experience or teaching experience in Hairdressing
• A teaching qualification (or willingness to work toward one)
• Strong knowledge of current hairdressing trends, techniques and industry standards
• The ability to inspire, motivate and engage learners of all abilities
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confidence using digital tools and technology to support learning
• A commitment to inclusive practice, safeguarding and student wellbeing

• A collaborative and creative working environment
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• The chance to shape creative careers and make a real impact

As proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories, we value the skills and experience of veterans, reservists and military families, and encourage them to consider a career with us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share in this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which include an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of the right to work in the UK.