- Clean and sanitize tools and work environment.
- Apply undercoat and clear or colored polish onto nails with brush.
- Maintain supply inventories and records of client services.
- Shape and smooth ends of nails, using scissors, files, or emery boards.
- Prepare nail cuticles with water and oil, using cuticle knives to push back cuticles and scissors or nippers
Nail technician | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Nail technicians repair, paint and decorate clients' nails.
Nail technicians typically work around 38 to 40 hours per week.
As a Nail technician you will typically work evenings / weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 18,846 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Nail technician
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19,310 GBP
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18,817 GBP
Average salary for part-time Nail technician
Average salary for full-time Nail technician
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9,848 GBP
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10,131 GBP
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6,307 GBP
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18,846 GBP
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18,817 GBP
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19,310 GBP
Salary over time for Nail technician
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15,931 GBP
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17,671 GBP
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17,225 GBP
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17,178 GBP
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17,618 GBP
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17,179 GBP
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18,846 GBP
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15,543 GBP
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19,211 GBP
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Future outlook for Nail technicians
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Things to highlight for your Nail technician interview
Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
