SELF-EMPLOYED STYLISTS
Work for yourself. Not by yourself.
Two ways for self-employed hairdressers in Northampton to run their own column at MAJOR. Pick the one that fits where you are right now, and we'll look after the rest.
Your business. Our home.
MAJOR has been part of Northampton's hair scene since 1992. We're family run, we care about doing things properly, and our clients have been coming back to us for decades.
Going self-employed shouldn't mean going it alone. Whether you'd rather start with no upfront cost or lock in one fixed fee for your own station, you get a busy salon floor, a front desk that answers the phone, and people around you who love hair as much as you do.
TWO WAYS TO WORK
Profit share or chair rental?
Both give you the freedom of working for yourself. The difference is how you pay for your space, and which suits your diary right now.
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| Profit share | Chair rental | |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | ✓None. Nothing to pay before you start. | ✕A fixed fee for your station, paid in advance. |
| How you pay | ✓A share of what you take. You only pay when you’re earning. | ✓The same fee every month, so you always know where you stand. |
| Marketing | ✓Included in MAJOR’s marketing campaigns. The busier you are, the better for both of us. | ✕You market yourself, with your profile on our website to help new clients find you. |
| A quiet week | ✓Lower takings, lower share. No fixed bill hanging over you. | ✕Your fee stays the same however busy you are. |
| A busy week | ✕The more you take, the more you share. | ✓Everything above your fee is yours. A full diary is where this shines. |
| Your space | ✓Use more than one chair when the salon allows. Perfect while a colour processes. | ✓Your own dedicated station. |
| Bookings & payments | ✓Handled for you by our front desk, booking system and till. | ✕You run your own, with a profile on our website linking to it. |
| Pricing | ✓Most tend to fall in line with our pricing, but you are free set your own prices. | ✓You set your own prices. |
| Best for | Building or rebuilding your client base, or anyone who wants to start with less risk. | Established stylists with a full, steady diary. |
Not sure which one fits? Tell us a bit about your diary on the form and we’ll talk it through with you.
WHICHEVER YOU PICK
Everything a great salon gives you, with your name on the column.
Sound like what you've been missing?
Spaces are limited. Get in touch and we’ll show you around.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Experienced, confident and proud of the result.
- Qualified stylists with at least 3 years behind the chair
- An existing client base you’d bring with you, or a clear plan to build one
- Strong colour and cutting skills, with a real focus on consultation
- Someone who cares how clients feel when they leave, not just how they look
- Your own public liability and product insurance, or happy to arrange it
Not sure you’re a fit? Ask us anyway
HOW IT WORKS
Three easy steps, no pressure.
01
Send an enquiry
Fill in the short form below and tell us which option interests you. It takes two minutes.
02
Come in for a coffee
We’ll meet you at the salon for an informal chat, show you around and talk through how each option works.
03
Agree on what suits you
Profit share or chair rental, days and site are all agreed in person, so you know exactly where you stand before committing.
Questions
Which option is right for me?
If you’re building your client base or want to start without a fixed bill, profit share is usually the easier first step. If your diary is already full and steady, chair rental tends to work out better. We’ll help you weigh it up when you visit.
01
Can I choose my own days & hours?
Yes, on either option. You run your own business, so you decide when you work. We’ll just coordinate with you so the diary and front desk run smoothly.
02
Do I need to bring clients with me?
An existing client base really helps, and most of the stylists we talk to have one. If you’re rebuilding after a move, tell us on the form and we’ll talk it through. Profit share is often the easier place to start while your diary grows.
03
Do I have to use your product company?
No. Davines is our colour house and it’s available on site, but you’re free to use the professional products you trust.
04
What are the terms?
Every stylist’s situation is different, so we go through everything properly in person on your first visit, for whichever option you’re interested in.
05
ENQUIRE
Let's have a chat.
Tell us a little about you and which option you're leaning towards. Not sure yet? That's fine too. We'll be in touch within a couple of days to arrange a coffee and a look around.
- 21c Abington Grove, Northampton, NN1 4QW