Job description
Hair and Beauty Tutor
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract: Part Time, 0.6 timetable Monday to Wednesday), 1 Year Fixed Term
Start Date: February 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS
GSL Education is seeking a Hair & Beauty Tutor to join a specialist secondary provision in York from February 2026. This is a part-time role (Monday–Wednesday) on a fixed 1-year contract, ideal for a vocational specialist who is passionate about helping young people build confidence, practical skills, and future aspirations.
About the Role as a Hair and Beauty Tutor:
We are looking for an engaging, patient and creative Hair & Beauty Tutor who can:
- Deliver practical and theory-based Hair & Beauty sessions to small groups of KS3 and KS4 learners.
- Teach core vocational skills such as basic hair techniques, styling, beauty and wellbeing routines, and salon standards.
- Create a supportive, safe and structured learning environment that meets the needs of learners with ASC, SEMH, ADHD, and other additional needs.
- Adapt lessons to suit differing abilities and ensure each student can access and succeed in the curriculum.
- Build confidence, promote independence, and help learners develop employability skills.
- Work collaboratively with support staff and contribute to learner progress reviews and targets.
About the School:
You will be working within a specialist alternative provision that supports young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH, and communication differences. The school is known for:
- Small groups, high staff ratios, and a nurturing environment.
- A strong focus on life skills, vocational learning, and wellbeing.
- A supportive, collaborative team that values creativity and personalised teaching.
- A curriculum designed to help students re-engage with learning and build confidence.
As the Ideal Hair and Beauty Tutor, you should have:
- Experience teaching or delivering Level 1 and Level 2 Hair & Beauty (FE or secondary settings welcome).
- A relevant qualification in Hair & Beauty.
- Experience working with young people with additional needs (preferred).
- A calm, patient, and adaptable teaching style.
- Ability to build strong, positive relationships with learners.
- Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
- Two employment references.
What GSL Education Offers:
- Competitive daily rates of pay with all long-term placements paid to scale from Day 1.
- A dedicated consultant for ongoing support.
- Opportunities for further SEN training and development.
- A welcoming school environment where vocational staff are truly valued.
If you’re enthusiastic about helping young people grow in confidence and gain valuable practical skills, we would love to hear from you.
To apply for the role of Hair and Beauty Tutor in York, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must hold or be willing to apply for an enhanced DBS check.