Job Description

Job Title:

Beauty Teacher

Salary:

32,916 to 45,352 pro rata (Dependent on Experience)

Working Hours:

22.5hpw over 4 days, Term Time Only

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Fordham, Ely, Cambridge

ECTs Welcome!

Are you an experienced and qualified Beauty Teacher looking for a new role within a growing education provision in Fordham, Ely? Look no further In toto ed has a fantastic opportunity to join our In toto ed team in making a real difference to our students lives.

We are passionate about unlocking each student's potential by offering an alternative to mainstream education. Our vision is for every student to feel safe and happy, achieve their potential, and have a bright future.

We teach in small groups with a dedicated and experienced teaching team, ensuring that each student receives individual attention and care. We create individual learning packages to support our students' needs.

Main Duties

Plan and deliver engaging theory and practical lessons across beauty disciplines (e.g. skincare, makeup, nails, hair removal, styling). Prepare students for accredited qualifications (AIM Level 1 and future VTCT awards). Embed safe, hygienic, and professional salon practices. Differentiate teaching to support diverse learning needs, including SEN learners. Track progress through assessments, portfolios, and client work. Promote employability, professionalism, and industry-ready behaviours. Manage classroom/salon environments and ensure all tools and equipment are safely maintained. Build strong links with local salons and employers to support work-related learning. Supervise and support teaching assistants. Contribute to curriculum planning, department development, and enrichment activities. Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, and equal opportunity standards. Engage in professional development, meetings, and school events.
A full list of duties can be found in the job description

About You

Essential

Qualified Beauty Therapist with recent and relevant industry experience.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

or relevant teaching qualification/experience.

Willing to submit an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Completed or willing to complete Child Protection Training

, and able to promote and safeguard the welfare of all children and young people. Strong knowledge of current beauty techniques, treatments, and industry standards. Confident in delivering engaging, hands-on and theory-based lessons. Skilled in classroom and behaviour management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to inspire and support learners. Committed to inclusivity, equality, and professional conduct. Highly organised, reliable, and able to plan effective, motivating lessons.

Desirable

Experience teaching beauty therapy in a school, college, or training setting. Assessor or verifier qualification (e.g. TAQA). Experience supporting SEN or disengaged learners. Links with local salons, spas, or industry professionals. Health & Safety and/or First Aid certification. Experience managing a salon environment, budget, or learning resources.

What We Can Offer

Unlimited access to an award winning CPD platform Term time only (39 weeks including 5 inset days)

Fully funded Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Qualification for all staff

Fully funded enhanced DBS Accredited support through QTLS Training grants for qualifications, including NPQ, NPQSL and NASENCO Access to extensive professional development opportunities Cycle to work scheme Free onsite parking Health Assured EAP programme which includes varied types of counselling, 24/7, 365 confidential helpline, mental health crisis phone support Access to my healthy advantage app which includes: wellness plans, rewards including discounts with a variety of retailers including travel agents and gyms Bonus for staff with 100% attendance to work (per academic year) Small class groups Employee recognition and service awards Casual Dress Code Company pension Free Specsavers eye test Work Laptop or MacBook provided Free tea and coffee Bonus for referring a friend to In Toto Ed Enhanced paternity and maternity leave Wellbeing leave Blue Light Card Free teacher planner
In Toto Ed are committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works in our school (and visitors to our school) to share this commitment. We take all safeguarding and welfare concerns seriously and encourage our pupils to talk to us about any worries they may have. We will always act in the best interests of the child. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,916.00-45,352.00 per year

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person