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RECRUITING THE PERFECT SALON TEAM
The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) is the UK’s largest trade body for the hair, beauty and barbering industries, with over 6,500 members. With worker shortages across many industries, recruitment is a hot topic at the moment, so the NHBF advises on recruiting the perfect salon team
When a staff member leaves and your salon is faced with a vacancy, it doesn’t necessarily have to be filled ‘like for like’. Circumstances could dictate when a senior member of staff has resigned, you may have an existing team member ready for promotion instead.
When recruiting, you need to ask yourself what kind of person your business needs to take it forward. Are clients asking for services that you don't provide? Can you see a gap in your local market? Do you need more cover for evenings or weekends?
Employment Contracts For Salon And Barbershop Recruits
Ensure the business and new employee sign a formal contract of employment. The NHBF provides members with access to contracts and staff handbooks for employees and apprentices.
It's good practice to send out the contract in advance of day one.
Taking On An Apprentice
Taking on an apprentice is your chance to offer someone a great opportunity and pass on your skills and experience to a new generation. It’s also an excellent way to grow your loyal workforce to suit the needs and culture of your business.
Training an apprentice is also more cost-effective than hiring pre-skilled staff. The NHBF website has extensive information on how to hire an apprentice for your salon.
Become an NHBF member and get immediate access to an amazing range of benefits, plus valuable discounts on business essentials. Benefits for members include:
• Business support
• Employment support
• Health and safety
• Business coaching
• GDPR support
• Client complaints and ADR
• Insurance And many more…
Join the NHBF before 31 December 2022 and quote HJN25 to get £25 off your membership fee