Technician Instructor - Beauty Therapy

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.

We are seeking a Technician Instructor - Beauty Therapy to join our team. In this role you will, have the opportunity to support the delivery of an outstanding curriculum in Beauty Therapy. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring that our teaching salons are safe, professional, and well-equipped, supporting both staff and students to deliver an exceptional learning experience.

Job title: Technician Instructor - Beauty Therapy

About the role: 

• Support teaching staff by assisting students in all aspects of the Beauty Therapy curriculum.
• Prepare and organise class materials efficiently to ensure smooth running of sessions.
• Maintain salon equipment, report faults promptly, and ensure Health & Safety standards are met.
• Promote and model safe working practices at all times.
• Assist with the cleaning and upkeep of salons during both day and evening operations.
• Carry out regular stock checks, maintaining sustainable stock levels and ensuring best value through supplier comparison.
• Support students in small groups within the salon and reception environment.
• Undertake Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) after receiving training.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences.

Essential Qualifications:

• Education to Level 2 or above and/or a professional qualification in a relevant subject area (e.g. Beauty Therapy).
• Minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics (GCSE Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent).

Essential Experience:

• Practical industrial experience within a commercial salon.
• Experience of working effectively as part of a team.
• Awareness of Health & Safety at Work and safe salon practices.
• Confident use of IT and digital systems to support teaching delivery

Why join us?

At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you.

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.