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Assistant Beautician

Aliases: Hairdresser, Beauty Advisor, Beauty Consultant, Make-Up Artist

Industry/Sector(s): Beauty and Wellness

 

JOB DESCRIPTION 1

The tasks an Assistant Beautician is expected to perform include:

  • Performing basic epilation, manicure, pedicure and basic face care services

  • Assisting the Beautician in providing advanced services

  • Assisting in maintaining the salon ambience

  • Performing other jobs like selling salon retail products

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 4, 5

  • It is not a desk job

  • Need not handle a team

  • Travelling may be required as a part of the job

  • Part-time work and contractual jobs are available

  • Work from home option is not available

Working hours

  • Working hours are 8/9 hours everyday for 6 days a week. This may vary from salon to salon

  • Being self-employed is also an option. In this case, the working hours and days will be flexible

  • Shift system may be available

  • Overtime may be involved

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

 

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING 1

  • Preferably, 8th with the ability to read, write and communicate effectively on the job

  • Certified training for Assistant Beautician (programme aligned to BWS/Q0101 released by Beauty & Wellness Sector Skill Council)

 

KEY COMPETENCIES 1

  • Knowledge of types of products, materials and equipment required for various treatments

  • Well-versed with the distinction between sterilization, disinfection and application

  • Knowledge of different types of sterilizing and disinfecting equipment/products available and their correct usage like boiling, baking, steaming, etc.

  • Knowledge of different types and effects of skin warming devices

  • Proficient in identifying erythema and its causes

  • Knowledge of different types of masks and their effects on the skin

  • Knowledge of time intervals required for facial and bleach treatment

  • Proficient in hair removal methods like sugaring, tweezing, shaving, etc. and their effects

 

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES 1

  • Effective communication skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills

  • Customer-oriented

  • Good grooming habits

 

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH 3

Assistant Beautician → Beautician → Senior Beautician → Beauty Head

The progression is indicative

 

EXPECTED EARNINGS 2

  • For new entrants - Rs 8,000 to Rs 10,000 per month

  • For candidates with 2-3 years of experience or more - Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 per month

 These figures are indicative and subject to change

 

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE 1

Generally, 0-12 months of experience required

 

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS 

  • Self-employed

  • Hotels

  • Beauty and wellness centres across India

 

KEYWORDS 

  • Hair Dressing

  • Make-up Artist

  • Beauty Advisor

  • Beautician

  • Assistant Beautician

 

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS 

Standard                           Code                        Description

NCO 2015                         5142.0101               Assistant Beautician

ISCO 2008                        5141                        Beauticians and Related Workers

NIC 2008                           96020                      Hairdressing and other beauty treatment

QP Reference                   BWS/Q0101             Assistant Beautician

NSQF                                3Not available

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