LEADERSHIP & OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT FOR FUTURE BEAUTY RETAIL LEADERS
The Level 3 Team Leader For Beauty Retail apprenticeship is perfect for those seeking to develop leadership, communication and performance management skills. The course explores a wide range of topics relating to beauty retail management including legislation, finance and EDI. Learners will receive integrated hand-on beauty consultation training, including demonstration of product and best practice in managing a beauty counter that meets professional hygiene and safety standards.
Apprentices will develop skills in advanced sales strategies and consultation techniques to both reach new customers and retain existing ones, and understand the importance of upholding brand standards through providing exceptional beauty counter management and product expertise. Learners will become confident team leaders who can inspire their teams and deliver on their KPIs.
KEY INFORMATION
- Learn to enhance customer experience to maximise sales and brand loyalty
- Drive and maintain business standards through effective leadership
- Develop beauty consultation skills and product expertise
APPRENTICESHIP DETAILS
The Level 3 Team Leader For Beauty Retail apprenticeship is designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to begin a successful career in retail management.
- Open cohorts start in February/March, April/May and September/October
- Closed cohorts can start at any time
- Hybrid, online and in-person delivery
- Practical experience balanced with theoretical learning
The Level 3 Team Leader for Beauty Retail apprenticeship supports learners to take their first steps towards a career in beauty retail management by building fundamental skills in operations, sales, beauty consultations, marketing, product expertise and team management. Learners will receive a broad overview of the beauty retail landscape and explore legislation, technology and management best practices.
On completion of this apprenticeship, learners will be able to confidently lead a team within a beauty retail setting and understand how to drive business goals and operational efficiency. Apprentices will receive integrated hands-on beauty consultation training and develop in-depth product knowledge to be able to provide exceptional service for customers.
The Level 3 Team Leader for Beauty Retail apprenticeship costs £5,000 per learner which includes End-Point Assessment.
Funding
Apprenticeships can be funded from your Apprenticeship Levy or by Government Co-Invest. If you do not pay the Levy, the Government will fund 95% of the programme, meaning you pay as little as £250 per person you enrol. We are also able to offer privately funded places for any employees not eligible for apprenticeship funding. For further information about funding options, eligibility and costs, please contact us.
Cost Includes:
- Bespoke off-the-job learning plan
- Programme Manager overseeing the learner journey and apprentice experience
- Delivery of the programme by retail experts
- Blend of sessions including online learning, webinars, in-person workshops, and individual coaching and support
- Preparation and support for End-Point Assessment
- Dedicated Client Manager
- Online e-Portfolio
- Monthly progress report
Duration: 12 months
The Level 3 Team Leader for Beauty Retail apprenticeship typically takes 12 months to complete, followed by a period of end-point assessment of approximately 3 months.
Open Cohort Intakes
February/March
April/May
September/October
Enquire now to secure places for your team
Closed Cohorts
We can begin a closed intake apprenticeship at any time that suits your brand. We require a minimum of 10 learners to offer a closed cohort for Level 3 Team Leader for Beauty Retail.
For our closed-access programmes, we can devise a flexible programme and delivery model to support the needs of your business – please get in touch to find out more about the options available.
- Off-the-job learning is delivered through a combination of full day and half day group workshops approximately every 2–3 weeks, which may take place online or in person.
Operational and Resource Management
- Managing performance, resources, budgets, and operational plans.
- Time management, prioritization, and task organisation.
- Use of technology and software for operational efficiency and documentation.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
- Communication techniques, presentation, negotiation, and influencing.
- Stakeholder management and collaboration.
- Reporting and interpreting data for diverse audiences.
Leadership, Culture, and Change
- Leadership styles, accountability, and managing change.
- Supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Fostering continuous improvement and adaptability.
Compliance and Governance
- Relevant regulations, policies, and organisational culture.
- Ethical behavior, accountability, and integrity.
Strategic Awareness and External Environment
- Understanding organisational strategy and wider social/economic context.
- Awareness of external factors including sustainability and sector changes.
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
- Applying problem-solving principles and decision-making techniques.
- Using data and tools to identify opportunities for improvement.
BEAUTY INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
- Enhance beauty product expertise
- Develop customer service skills to provide beauty consultations and demonstration of product
- Beauty counter management and meeting professional hygiene and safety standards
End-point assessment
For the Level 3 Team Leader for Beauty Retail apprenticeship, end-point assessment is provided by EFI Awards. EPA typically takes 3 months to complete.
EPA includes Written Exam, Retail Business Project and Professional Discussion.
EFI Training have provided an incredible development opportunity for a number of our 'top talent' employees.
Katie Battersby, Head of Learning, Development & Culture, Space NK