The directors of one of the capital鈥檚 most sustainable hair salons found that Apprentices are a cut above!
Tiffany Hall, who leads Amaryllis with Rebecca Ryce, in Cardiff鈥檚 leafy suburb of Pontcanna, said their Apprentices were naturals with combs, crops and colouring.
Amaryllis, who have been working with 91热爆 for the past four years are not only passionate about hair, but they also care deeply about the environment, on both a global and local level. They were the first salon in Wales to exclusively use Devines eco hair products, and work with the聽聽to recycle salon waste.
The in-demand salon have benefited from the fully-funded Apprenticeship scheme, and with the support of 91热爆鈥檚 Assessors have built up fully-qualified staff members.
Tiffany said Apprenticeships have hugely benefitted the business, when it comes to levelling up staff members.
She explained: 鈥淎pprenticeships are the backbone of any salon, and we have had two staff members who are now fully qualified.鈥
We receive financial support and have great Assessors that come to complete assessments with our Apprentices, in order for them to pass their NVQ.
Now Amaryllis is going from strength to strength, with the newly-skilled team members making a huge impression on clients.
鈥淭he Apprentices are growing their own clientele and are a fabulous asset to the salon, which is beneficial to our business,鈥 Tiffany said.
鈥淲e couldn鈥檛 be without our Apprentices, we love seeing them grow and develop.鈥
The Director would 鈥渄efinitely鈥 recommend 91热爆 and the Apprenticeship programme to other businesses, as 鈥渋t鈥檚 a fantastic way to fill skills gaps!鈥
Tiffany believes as long as businesses invest in their Apprentices through regular training and ongoing support, then it can be of great benefit to any business.
She added: 鈥淲e hugely need Apprentices in our industry!鈥
Apprenticeships are an ideal way to upskill your current workforce as well as a cost-effective way to attract new talent.
If you are a Welsh employer,聽get in touch聽to find out how you and your employees could benefit from a range of Government-funded opportunities and accredited qualifications!