Top hairstylists showcase apprenticeships

Top hair stylist Anne Veck showcased her work to local hairdressers in a bid to encourage apprenticeship recruitment.

Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) organised the event which was free by invitation to local hairdressers interested in recruiting an apprentice.

The event was held at the College’s £60 million campus on Knutton Lane and featured hairdressing demonstrations by Anne Veck who was supported by current NULC apprentices and colour work by Matrix.

Anne Veck is one of a selection of the UK’s top hairdressers working with the College throughout the year to educate fellow hairdressers and highlight the benefits of apprentices to local employers.
Phil Davies, Business Development Manager, at NULC said: “The event was the second in a number of events working with top hairstylists and was another huge success with over 100 in attendance, including more than 30 employers.” 

Phil continued: “The events are designed to showcase quality work by top UK hairdressers to local businesses and let employers know that we can support them to develop quality apprentices whose training may be paid for and who could attract a £1500 grant.”

The National Apprenticeship Service will provide AGE 16 to 24 grants, with an individual value of £1,500, to eligible employers in respect of qualifying apprentices. AGE 16 to 24 is available to employers of less than 1,000 employees, who can confirm they are not able to employ the apprentice without the initiative and who have not had a new recruit or existing employee start an Apprenticeship in the last 12 months

NULC offers an Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship in Hairdressing, NVQ Level 2 in Barbering, and an Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy.
Any employers that are interested in attending forthcoming events or hiring an apprentice should visit www.nulc.ac.uk/events or contact Phil Davies on 01782 254122 or email philip.davies@nulc.ac.uk.

Students pamper local residents

Students studying Hair and Beauty at Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) have been providing pamper sessions to local elderly residents.

Tutor Lorraine Drayton, was joined by three students studying VRQ Level 2 Hair;  Kim Steele, Sian Lancaster and Callum Young and three students studying Level 1 Beauty; Jessica Bailey, Poppy Garside-Chell and Hannah Tomkinson, who visited the Kimberley Grange sheltered housing centre, Cross Heath.

During the pamper sessions students used their expertise to provide haircuts and blow-dries along with manicures and facial massage to a number of residents.  The pamper sessions allowed elderly residents the opportunity to have hair and beauty treatments in the comfort of their own home.

The event has provided the College with links in the local community and given students assessment opportunities on different hair types and the chance to develop skills working with elderly clients.

Lorraine Drayton, Curriculum Leader for Hairdressing at the College, said: “We would like to foster the links with Kimberley Grange and expand the number of students and residents who can take part.  We’re currently looking at options where students visit on a monthly or six weekly basis.  The residents have also expressed an interest in visiting the College’s Transform Salon where they would be able to take advantage of hair colouring and perms.”

To find out more about the range of Hair and Beauty courses available at Newcastle-under-Lyme College visit www.nulc.ac.uk or contact the Information Point on 01782 254254 or email info@nulc.ac.uk.

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Event welcomes prospective apprentices

Young people aspiring to become hairdressing apprentices took part in a workshop at Newcastle-under-Lyme College’s Transform Salon.

The event was organised by Business Development Manager for Hair and Beauty, Phil Davies for prospective apprentices, reaffirming that both the employers and apprentices have made the right choice.

Phil said: “The event provided the opportunity for the prospective apprentices to bond with each other, develop confidence and above all have a fun experience.”

During the day topics covered included introductions to;
•             Professional Consultations
•             Professional Shampoo and Conditioning services
•             Professional Blow-drying
•             Importance of delivering Professional Client Care and Service

At the end of the event learners had the opportunity to provide feedback on the event, with comments including;
“Rewarding learning how to blow dry someone’s hair properly”
“Helped improve my confidence”
“I enjoyed the session and it gave my confidence a boost as it was my first blow-dry”
“Lovely salon, great staff.”

To find out more about Apprenticeships in Hairdressing visit www.nulc.ac.uk/apprenticeships or contact Phil Davies on 01782 254122 or email Philip.davies@nulc.ac.uk.

Students train with 'the best of the best'

Two Hairdressing students from Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) secured a work placement with top hairdresser Trevor Sorbie.

Michelle Croft, aged 26 from Newcastle and Paige Light aged 21 from Fenton, both study Level 3 Hairdressing at the College and have spent one day a week for the past five months working at the world renowned Trevor Sorbie salon in Manchester.

Anthony Keates, Curriculum Manager for Hair and Beauty at the College, said: “This placement has given Paige and Michelle an insight into the hairdressing industry from one of the very best names in the industry.  

Trevor Sorbie has inspired them to be the best they can be and the additional skills they’ve learnt they are already putting in to practice at the College’s own Transform Salon.”

During the placement Michelle and Paige have spent nine hours a day supporting the Trevor Sorbie team and helping the salon to function successfully on a busy Saturday shift.

Former St Peters Academy pupil, Paige said: “The work placement has been an incredible opportunity to work with the very best of the best in the hairdressing industry.”

Anthony Keates, Curriculum Manager for Hair and Beauty at the College organised the work placement in conjunction with Manager of Trevor Sorbie, Sarah Illingworth.

The placement will support the students in their applications for employment, as they complete their studies and begin to seek full-time employment.

Anthony commented: “Having experience like this on your CV, provides the students with an advantage when seeking employment.  Here at Newcastle-under-Lyme College we’re keen to provide our students with both the technical training and employability skills which employers are looking for.”

The College operates its own commercial hair and beauty salon - Transform Salon and Spa – which is open to the public and offers a wide range of services in sophisticated surroundings at the College’s state-of-the-art hair, beauty and holistic therapies spa.

To find out more about studying Hairdressing at Newcastle-under-Lyme College visit www.nulc.ac.uk or contact the Information Point on 01782 254254 or email info@nulc.ac.uk.