Self-Employed Hairdresser – Care Home / Flexible Hours

About the Opportunity We are looking for a friendly, reliable and experienced self-employed hairdresser to provide hairdressing services to residents within our welcoming 81-bedded dementia care home.

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We understand how important personal appearance, dignity and self-esteem are to our residents. Having their hair styled and cared for can make a real difference to their confidence, wellbeing and quality of life.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about their profession and enjoys building positive relationships with older people, particularly those living with dementia.
The Role You will be responsible for providing a range of hairdressing services to our residents, which may include:
Ladies' and gentlemen's haircuts.

Shampooing, washing and blow-drying.

Styling and setting hair.

Basic colouring services, where appropriate and agreed.

Maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming hairdressing environment.

Providing a friendly, patient and personalised service to each resident.

About You The ideal candidate will:
Hold relevant hairdressing qualifications and have proven experience.

Have a warm, friendly and approachable personality.

Be patient, compassionate and understanding of people living with dementia.

Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Be reliable, professional and well organised.

Be confident working independently and managing their own appointments.

Understand the importance of dignity, respect and individual choice

Must hold their own valid public liability insurance and provide evidence of cover before commencing work.

Must be responsible for their own professional insurance, tax and National Insurance arrangements.

Must comply with the care home's infection prevention, health and safety and safeguarding procedures.

Previous experience working within a care home or with people living with dementia would be an advantage.
What We Offer The opportunity to work within a friendly, established care home.

A regular client base within our 81-bed home.

Flexible working arrangements to suit your availability.

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents' lives.

A welcoming and supportive environment.

Interested? If you are a passionate hairdresser who would love the opportunity to bring a little extra happiness, confidence and wellbeing to our residents, we would love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with details of your experience, availability and proposed rates.
Please note: This is a self-employed position, and the successful applicant will be responsible for their own tax, National Insurance and business arrangements. xwzovoh
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.