Jobs & Careers
What does a salon assistant usually do?
Cleans, washes hair, helps the team
If a client pays for a haircut that goes wrong, this is what they have a legal right to ask for.
A refund or fix?
This is used to protect hair from heat when straightening.
Heat protectant spray
This personal information should never be shared without permission.
A client’s phone number or personal details?
Arriving on time and wearing the right uniform shows this.
professionalism
Which job is most likely to create hairstyles for TV shows or movies?
Film & TV Hair Stylist
This law gives all Australians protection when buying goods and services, including at a salon.
Australian Consumer Law
This colouring technique creates a soft, natural blend without harsh lines.
balayage
This should always be done before posting a photo of a client’s hair online.
What is asking for permission?
This type of extra learning helps you stay current in the industry.
Training or professional development
What does a barber do that’s different from a hairdresser?
Barbers usually focus on cutting short hair and shaving facial hair.
This organisation helps workers who are treated unfairly or underpaid at work.
What is the Fair Work Ombudsman?
This treatment is often used during bleaching to keep hair strong.
A bonding treatment
This protective item is placed on the client to protect their clothes.
A gown or cape?
Being open to feedback and improving your work shows this quality.
growth mindset
Why might someone choose to be a freelance hairdresser?
They like flexible hours, working for themselves, or traveling to clients.
True or False: A salon can share a client’s phone number with another client if they ask.
False? (It's a privacy breach.)
This cutting tool is best for removing bulk and adding texture.
What are thinning scissors?
If a client is burned by a hot tool, this must be done immediately.
first aid and reporting the incident. Run under cold water for 20 minutes
This organisation helps set industry standards and supports salon owners.
Australian Hairdressing Council (AHC)
What are two jobs where you don’t cut hair but still work in a salon?
Receptionist, Salon Owner, Cleaner, Product Rep, salon assistant
This document given to workers explains their responsibilities and their workplace rights.
Staff handbook or contract
This chemical process changes the structure of the hair to make it curl or straighten.
What is a perm or chemical relaxer?
This law says businesses must protect the personal information of clients.
What is the Privacy Act or privacy law?
A worker who is kind, helpful, and works well with others shows this.
Teamwork or good work ethic?