Job Description

Vacancy Name

Hairdressing Tutor & Business Development Officer

Vacancy No

VN1872

Location City

Exeter

Location Postal Code

EX3 ODB

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract

Hours per week

37.50

Working Days & Times

Monday - Friday, 9-5pm

Salary Minimum Pounds

28000

Salary Maximum Pounds

32960

Description

Learning Curve Group is a national training and education specialist we work with further education providers, employers, and learners to help them achieve success. We have strong values which are all centred around our learners - and that is how we believe it should be, as we impact on over 100,000 of them every year. Our 'Purple People', the dedicated and passionate people of LCG, help us to deliver success no matter what, to achieve our vision to 'transform lives through learning'.

Role Information

The Hair & Beauty Apprenticeship Tutor & Recruitment Specialist is a dual-role position that combines the high-quality delivery of teaching and assessment with responsibility for apprenticeship recruitment and employer engagement. The post-holder will dedicate approximately

two days per week to teaching

at the PGL Hair & Beauty Academy and

two to three days per week to sales and employer engagement activities

across academies.



This role requires a motivated and flexible professional with proven experience in both Hairdressing and sales/recruitment, able to inspire learners, build strong employer relationships, and contribute to the success of Learning Curve Group's apprenticeship provision.

Please note:

This is a 12 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Assessing (approx. 2 days per week)

Deliver and assess Hairdressing programmes up to Level 3 in line with awarding body and company standards. Deliver high-quality sessions in men's hairdressing, with a willingness to upskill to Level 2 Barbering. Plan and implement Individual Learning Plans and schemes of work. Set SMART targets for learners, monitor progress, and ensure timely achievement of qualifications. Support learners with contextualised Functional Skills and wider learning requirements as appropriate. Prepare learners for End Point Assessment, ensuring readiness through progress reviews and tailored support. Track and record learner performance using the LCG e-portfolio and tracking systems. Provide impartial Information, Advice, and Guidance to learners, including exit advice on progression and employment opportunities. Ensure safeguarding and Prevent responsibilities are consistently upheld in all learner interactions.

Employer Engagement & Recruitment (approx 2-3 days per week)

Promote hair and beauty apprenticeship programmes to employers through face-to-face visits, networking events, and targeted outreach. Generate leads, manage employer pipelines, and convert opportunities into apprenticeship starts. Build sustainable relationships with employers, ensuring they understand their responsibilities and remain engaged throughout the learner journey. Manage the onboarding process for new apprentices, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with funding and audit requirements. Work to agreed KPIs, including learner recruitment and retention targets. Represent LCG at sector events and employer meetings to raise awareness of Hair & Beauty apprenticeships.

Quality & Compliance

Contribute to internal and external quality assurance processes, including audits and inspections. Ensure all records, registers, portfolios, and reports are accurate, up to date, and audit-ready. Actively seek learner and employer feedback, achieving targets for satisfaction (95%+ learner satisfaction). Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities to maintain vocational, teaching, and sales expertise. Ensure strict adherence to safeguarding, health & safety, IT, data protection, and equality policies.

Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours

Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company

Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times

Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice guidance as part of your everyday role

Essentia Criteria

Essential

Hairdressing qualification at

Level 3

. Competence in men's hairdressing; willingness to complete a Level 2 Barbering qualification (if not already held) Recognised teaching qualification at Level 3 or above (e.g. AET, PTLLS, or equivalent) OR willingness to work towards. Assessor qualification (A1, TAQA, CAVA, or equivalent). Minimum 3 years' vocational experience in Hairdressing. Full UK driving license and access to a car (travel required). Excellent organisational, coaching, and communication skills. Knowledge of safeguarding, Prevent, and Ofsted EIF. Strong IT and administration skills, including use of e-portfolios. Passion for education and learner achievement.

Desirable

Previous experience in FE, work-based learning, or private training environments. Proven experience in a sales or recruitment role with measurable targets. Knowledge of apprenticeship frameworks and government-funded provision. Experience liaising with employers in the Hair & Beauty sector.

Company Expectations & Values

Act at all times in line with Learning Curve Group values, placing learners and their well-being at the heart of decision making. Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all areas of the role. Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of delivery and recruitment. Contribute positively to the ethos, culture, and reputation of Learning Curve Group.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Pension scheme (5% employee, 3% employer). Healthcare and technology schemes. CPD and training opportunities. Staff engagement events and social activities. Access to Learning Curve Group's resources and headquarters facilities.

Equal Opportunities

Learning Curve Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Why work for Learning Curve group?

There are many reasons that make Learning Curve Group a fantastic place to work!



Although we have some great benefits, we know that one of our biggest perks is the incredible People & Culture we have been lucky enough to create. Don't just take our word for it though, you can hear from some of our Purple People here:



In addition to working for a company that has been listed as the top 100 companies to work for, for the last fives years you'll have access to below benefits:
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Buy & Sell an additional 5 days each year Length of service annual leave increments starting at 2 years Healthcare Scheme Tech Scheme Ikea Scheme Cycle to work Scheme Paid Volunteer day each year Early Finish Fridays on the last Friday of every month Student / Teacher Discount Uniform

HEAD OFFICE PERKS

We wish we could provide these to all, but as a national company its not always possible. However these perks are available to all staff when they attend our incredible Head Office space.
Electric Car charging points Free fruit, Coffee and Tea Onsite Shower Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

You're unique - and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.



Don't just take our word for it though! Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all.

Halo Code

Learning Curve Group stand against hair discrimination in the workplace and champion the right for our Purple People to embrace Afro-Hairstyles including including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps.

Disability Confident Leader

Disability Confident Leader status is the highest level of the scheme. It is awarded to organisations that act as champions for the rights of disabled people within their networks and who lead the way to help other businesses to become disability confident. At LCG we understand the need to remove barriers to create a level playing field. That's why if you require any reasonable adjustments to the interview and/or workplace, we welcome a discussion.

Armed Forces Covenant Gold

12% of our entire workforce are veterans of the armed forces and as such as its only right we show our support by pledging to the Armed Forces Covenant. It is a promise to those who serve or who have served, and their families, which says we will do all we can to ensure they are treated fairly and not disadvantaged in their day-to-day lives. As part of this promise, Reservists will receive an additional 10 days paid leave to attend training.
Domestic Abuse Covenant Care Leaver Covenant Working Chance Ban the box

Recruitment Checks

Learners are at the centre of everything we do so we are committed to safeguarding and promoting their welfare. If applicable, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references and prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Education Level

Vocational

Level of Vocational Experience

2 years

Applications Close Date

30 Nov 2025