A place for your business
Your own business. A beautiful place to belong.
Run your own hairdressing business at Salon Society & Co., with chair rental in our established freelance salon in Newcastle CBD. Set within a light-filled heritage building on King Street, our space brings independent hairdressers together in a setting designed for both professional work and a thoughtful client experience.
Established in 2016, SSC offers experienced stylists a place to build their own business alongside other independent professionals.
Enquire about becoming a freelancer at SSC
Independent, with company
Your clients book directly with you. You bring your expertise, your clientele and your individual approach to hair, while sharing an established salon with other experienced hairdressers.
Whether you already work as a freelancer or are considering the move to independence, we would love to hear about your business and what you are looking for in your next salon.
Independent businesses. A thoughtfully selected team.
The people you work alongside shape your everyday experience. At SSC, we take care in welcoming each stylist, looking beyond their experience and clientele to the way they work, communicate and contribute to the salon.
We value kindness, professionalism and respect for one another’s businesses. Our team enjoys an easy rapport, creating a welcoming atmosphere for both stylists and clients.
Getting to know each other is part of the process. We offer a three-month trial period so you can experience working at SSC and decide whether the space, the people and the arrangement feel right for you.
What is included?
A considered work environment, with the facilities and everyday details to welcome your clients.
Use of two chairs, basins and mirrors
Gowns, aprons and neck towels
Reception desk with two iMac computers for bookings, enquiries and payments
Access to the kitchen, bathroom, laundry and colour room
Dedicated storage cupboards
Tea, coffee and biscuits for your clients
A selection of magazines
Power and water
Weekly commercial cleaning
You provide your own equipment, tools, professional products and disposable towels, together with your own appointment-booking system and payment facilities. The shared computers are available to use with your systems.
A space designed for you and your clients
With soaring six-metre ceilings, original whitewashed timber floorboards and oversized double-hung windows, Salon Society & Co. offers a generous, light-filled setting for your business. The white, neutral interior creates a calm and welcoming atmosphere.
A custom-made, five-metre colour table seats eight, with Comfortel gas-lift chairs. Eight cutting stations feature oversized, custom-made hanging mirrors and Comfortel hydraulic cutting chairs, with cutting stools also provided.
Our custom SSC signature scent adds a subtle finishing touch throughout the main salon - fresh, understated and part of the experience that makes the space feel distinctly ours.
Find us at Upper Level, 141 King Street, Newcastle NSW 2300.
Find the right fit
Choosing a salon is about more than a rental figure. The space, the people and the way the arrangement works all matter.
Tell us about your experience, your existing clientele and the way you would like to work. We can discuss current availability, rental rates and terms, then arrange a time for you to see the salon.
Your questions, answered
Is SSC a chair-rental salon?
Yes. Salon Society & Co. is a freelance salon where independent hairdressers run their own businesses within a shared salon space.
Do clients book with the salon or with me?
Appointments are managed directly by each stylist, allowing clients to maintain their relationship with their own hairdresser.
Do I need to be an existing freelancer?
No. We welcome enquiries from experienced hairdressers who are considering their first move into freelancing, as well as established independent stylists.
Are professional products and towels supplied?
You provide your own professional products and disposable towels. Gowns & aprons are included, along with the shared salon facilities and client refreshments.
What does chair rental cost?
Contact us for current rental rates, availability and the full terms of the arrangement. We will explain these before you decide whether SSC is right for you.
How are working days and access arranged?
Your working days and hours are agreed as part of your licence arrangement. Access is provided when you commence.
How is the rental fee paid?
The agreed licence fee is invoiced monthly and paid one month in advance. Invoices are emailed on the 15th and payment is due on the 1st of the following month. Contact us for the current rate and applicable GST.
What do I need to arrange for my business?
You operate with your own ABN, booking system, payment facilities, equipment and supplies. You also arrange your own business insurance, including public liability, professional indemnity and cover for your equipment and products. We will explain the insurance requirements before you start.
What are the shared salon responsibilities?
Each stylist keeps their workspace tidy, leaves shared facilities clean after use and contributes to the general housekeeping checklist. Weekly commercial cleaning is included.
Can I personalise the salon with my own signage?
The shared salon has an established interior and presentation. Individual signage and branding displays are not permitted within the premises or on the exterior, and the decor remains as provided.
Can I visit before deciding?
Yes. Send an enquiry and we can arrange a time to show you the space and discuss your business.
Come and meet us
Enquire about becoming a freelancer at SSC or arrange a viewing. All enquiries are confidential.