Youth Tutor - Hair and Beauty Industry

Company Description

Mō mātou | About us

Cut Above is part of the country’s largest private tertiary establishment specialising in training programmes for the hair dressing, barbering and make up industries. Cut Above Academy has been giving students the edge they need to become hairstylists, makeup and special effects artists of the future for more than 40 years.

We strive for success in everything we do with the strongest integrity. We are an organisation committed to delivering services that meet the needs of Māori and Pasifika learners and their whanau. We recognize the strength that lies in diversity and the integral role it plays in achieving extraordinary outcomes & making a difference in our communities.

To find out more about us, please visit https://www.cutabove.ac.nz/

Job Description

Youth Tutor - Hair and Beauty
Location: Auckland CBD
Full time | Permanent | On-site

About the role:

As a Youth Tutor, you will deliver engaging, practical training to our Level 2 Youth Guarantee learners while fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every ākonga feels welcomed, valued, and encouraged to succeed. Through high-quality teaching, mentoring, and pastoral care, you will support learners to build confidence, develop practical skills, and successfully progress into further study. Working closely with the Learner Success team and wider campus staff, you will help ensure every learner receives the guidance and support they need to achieve positive educational outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Plan and deliver creative, hands-on lessons aligned to programme outcomes.
• Monitor learner progress and provide timely assessment and feedback.
• Build strong relationships with support services, and community partners.
• Maintain accurate learner records and meet NZQA compliance requirements.
• Contribute to programme development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay connected with current Hair and Beauty industry trends and practices.

Qualifications

About you:

You have a genuine interest in supporting young people and enjoy creating engaging, practical learning experiences that help learners develop the skills and confidence they need for their next step. You are approachable, organised, and able to build positive relationships with learners while maintaining high expectations and a supportive classroom environment.

• Strong background working with youth
• A qualification or industry experience in Hairdressing, Barbering, Beauty Therapy, or a related discipline is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience teaching, training, coaching, or mentoring others is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to engage and motivate learners from a range of backgrounds.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• A commitment to culturally responsive and inclusive teaching practices.
• Experience teaching youth or adult learners in a tertiary/relevant education environment preferred but not essential

Additional Information

Why work with us?  

• Enjoy work-life balance - No more weekend shifts. Enjoy time off over Xmas/New Year  
• Use your proven performance track record, and coaching/mentoring skills for your mahi  
• Strong commitment to your growth & development as an educator  
• Enrich the lives of our diverse learners and inspire them to step into an exciting career in Barbering

To Apply: 

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work at UP Education, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students. 

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.