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How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.Job Title:&nbsp; Deputy HeadteacherLocation: &nbsp;Bluebank School, Whittington Moor, Derbyshire, S41 8LQSalary: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Up to £55,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)Hours: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;37.5 hours per week, Monday to FridayContract: &nbsp;Permanent, Term Time OnlyStart: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;January 2026We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for an inspiring, dynamic, and committed Deputy Headteacher to join Bluebank School, a new Acorn Education provision opening in January 2026. This co-educational school will support up to 60 pupils aged 5–18 with complex needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.About the RoleThis is a key leadership role where you will help shape a high-quality, tailored education offer. Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will support outstanding outcomes for all pupils and contribute to a culture of excellence throughout the school.We are committed to delivering education that meets the highest standards, aligned with company policies and regulatory expectations. You will be instrumental in ensuring that the school meets these standards while putting pupil wellbeing and progress at the centre of everything we do.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the planning and delivery of a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum.</li><li>Champion positive behaviour support, promoting a safe and consistent environment.</li><li>Work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside education and clinical colleagues.</li><li>Monitor pupil progress and ensure all learners meet their individual goals.</li><li>Support the assessment and placement process for new pupils.</li><li>Ensure compliance with local safeguarding procedures.</li><li>Drive high-quality teaching and learning across the school.</li><li>Support the Headteacher in school management, staff development, and improvement planning.</li></ul>Essential Criteria<ul><li>QTS and a relevant degree.</li><li>Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs and/or challenging behaviour.</li><li>Proven leadership and staff management experience.</li><li>Budget management experience with a focus on efficiency.</li><li>Knowledge of Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework.</li><li>Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.</li><li>A passion for inclusive education and raising achievement.</li></ul>What We're Looking ForYou will be a strategic and reflective leader who:<ul><li>Builds strong relationships with staff, pupils, families, and professionals.</li><li>Is committed to inclusive, high-quality education.</li><li>Remains calm and solution-focused in the face of challenge.</li><li>Can lead a positive and aspirational school culture where everyone thrives.</li></ul>Supporting Statement GuidancePlease tell us a little about yourself and why you are interested in this position. Referring to the job description, explain why you believe you are suitable for the role. Be sure to include details of your relevant skills and experience and describe how you would contribute to the role and the school if appointed.About usBluebank School is a brand-new Acorn Education provision set to open in January 2026 in Whittington Moor, Derbyshire. The co-educational school will cater for up to 60 pupils aged 5 to 18, offering specialist support for children and young people with complex needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.&nbsp;Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.Why join Acorn Education?We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:<ul><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions</li><li>“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks</li></ul>And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:<ul><li>A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits</li><li>100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad</li><li>Cycle to Work Schemes</li><li>Electric Car Purchase Scheme</li><li>Critical illness cover</li><li>Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.&nbsp;</li></ul>We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!*Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.#1

Deputy Headteacher

Job Title: Salon Manager&nbsp;(Ideally with Senior Stylist Experience) 12 MTH Maternity Leave Cover&nbsp; Location: Fosse Park, Leicester Hours: 39 hours per week&nbsp;&nbsp; Salary: £34,500 per annum&nbsp; About You NVQ level 3 minimum and ideally up to NVQ level 4 in hairdressing&nbsp;&nbsp; Have Outstanding communication skills and previous management experience&nbsp; Established background in hair dressingThe Role&nbsp; As well as working as a Senior Stylist, the role includes leading the team and operations. The services on offer in the studio include, brow and lash treatments, manicures, pedicures, lash extensions, spray tanning and full hair salon and barbering services.&nbsp; Manage the studio team to provide an excellent service to customers within the Beauty Studio environment. Team management including performance, rotas and training for the team (approximately 15 stylists/barbers/beauty therapists). Ensuring that customers are welcomed and leave with “That Superdrug Feeling” and deal professionally with all customer queries and complaints. Encouraging the team to upsell to customers in the Superdrug store and create interest in the rest of the Beauty Studio zone. Take ownership for the ordering and management of salon stock. Leading by example to ensure the best consultation and advice takes place with customers, especially when providing a colour service.&nbsp; Beauty Studio at Superdrug&nbsp; &nbsp; We currently have 9 beautiful fully functioning Hair &amp; Beauty Salons with plans to open many more, we offer treatments from Hair &amp; Barbering, brows to nails to Lashes and have partnered with professional brands such as Orly, Studex, Lash Perfect, Eyelash Emporium &amp; Schwarzkopf.  &nbsp; What’s in it for you?&nbsp; Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver that Superdrug feeling! In return we give you:  &nbsp;<ul><li>A competitive salary&nbsp;</li><li>28 days holiday  &nbsp;</li><li>Earn a bonus of up to 25% of your salary&nbsp;</li><li>Amazing discounts - Up to 30% discount at Superdrug for you and a nominated friend, complimentary hair &amp; nail treatments, and competitions throughout the year – prizes include photoshoot attendance (model preparation), ORLY hampers, Love2Shop vouchers and team nights out &nbsp;</li><li>Professional inhouse training with our brand partners&nbsp; Attendance to our annual Beauty Studio conference</li><li>Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental/adoption
 leave, company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support</li></ul>

Salon Manager

Job Description:We have a Fixed-Term (12 months) role in the Regional Mars Wrigley Q&amp;FS team, based in Slough, &nbsp;in the position of Associate Scientist - Raw Material Compliance.&nbsp; The role reports directly to the Regional Raw Materials Compliance Manager and will be responsible, as part of a team, to ensure Mars Wrigley Material Quality Management (MQM) compliance for all raw materials and Pack Quality Management (PQM) compliance for all packaging materials used across manufacturing sites based in the Europe.Location: Slough, UKHybrid work model (2-3 days on site)Salary range: £35,000 - £ 41,000, annual bonus, benefits<h1>What are we looking for?</h1><ul><li>Knowledgeable in Quality management tools &amp; systems with preferred Quality and/or Raw Material technical experience (e.g. HACCP, Raw materials specifications knowledge/experience)</li><li>IT &amp; data analysis skills</li><li>Knowledgeable in Quality management tools &amp; systems as well as technical Quality &amp; Food Safety experience (e.g. HACCP).</li><li>Comfortable working autonomously, whilst having good written and verbal communication skills and peer relationship competencies.</li></ul><h1>What will be your key responsibilities?</h1><ul><li>Manage and update regional, standardised Material Risk Assessments (MRAs) and Packaging Risk Assessments (PRAs) in conjunction with cross-functional teams to ensure MARS Material Quality Management compliance.</li><li>Lead MRA/PRA tracking and reporting within a defined set of raw material categories, whilst providing input and support for Continuous Improvement related to Material Compliance and systems development.</li><li>Administering and maintaining Raw Material and Packaging Material Specifications for existing MARS materials in the designated MARS specification system and working cross-functionally to ensure compliance.</li><li>Review of MRA/PRAs, Specifications and Inspection Plans according to MARS MQM/PQM Standard and Change Management guidelines.</li><li>Translate Inbound Verification Testing requirements from MRAs to receiving site Inspection Plans to ensure our region's manufacturing sites are performing the correct, up-to-date inbound checks required on inbound raw materials.</li></ul><h1>What can you expect from Mars?</h1><ul><li>Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.</li><li>Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.</li><li>Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.</li><li>An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.</li></ul>Mars is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities, long term health conditions or are neurodiverse during the application and recruitment process. To request reasonable adjustments, complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/rHqKF86N1s" target="_blank">here</a>#LI-AB2

Associate Scientist - Raw Material Compliance (FTC 12 months)

Job Description:The Senior Packaging Engineer (Fixed-Term Contract,12 months) role is an important leadership one within the European Packaging Development organisation. You will be leading package development activities and will be accountable for the execution of the allocated projects within the team. The purpose of the job is to deliver new packaging design and development projects, from concept through to implementation in our factory network and beyond. In addition, you will be responsible for projects aimed at improving the design and performance of our existing packaging portfolio, and ensuring that opportunities to optimise costs are identified and realised. You will also work with the rest of the Packaging team to deliver the packaging solutions to achieve Mars’ ambitious 2025 sustainability goals.In this role, you will use your advanced technical knowledge and experience to develop and implement new packaging within a specified area of the portfolio and coach and mentor others as part of this.Location: Slough, UKWork model: hybridSalary Range: £57,000 - £67,000, annual bonus, benefits<h1>What are we looking for?</h1><ul><li>Degree level qualification in a relevant technical discipline (Packaging, Engineering sciences etc); OR relevant prior technical experience; Packaging diploma/degree desirable but not essential</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of packaging materials, including flexibles, rigid plastic, cartons, and cases, including machine interaction</li><li>Understanding of packaging sciences, packaging development, packaging legislation, food processing and production.</li><li>Good command of the English language</li><li>Demonstrable Experience in leading and managing projects in an FMCG environment, demonstrating project management skills including risk management, prioritization and managing a diverse group of stakeholders both in demand and supply</li><li>Experience in working with outside vendors to deliver project requirements</li></ul><h1>What will be your key responsibilities?</h1><ul><li>Leads high-profile and complex packaging activities and is accountable for the execution of the allocated programs to bring projects through to commercialisation, shaping and inputting their own initiative</li><li>Owns the technical packaging design and development for a variety of projects (of increasing complexity) with a focus on one or more product categories to support growth, value leadership, supply security or sustainability.</li><li>Creating packaging prototypes and ensuring successful line trials at Mars, co-packer and co-manufacturing sites, ensuring the relevant documentation is produced and results are accurately recorded</li><li>Creating packaging designs and specifications that deliver the desirable KQA’s via robust risk management and the delivery of shopper, customer and supply chain requirements</li><li>Working with cross-functional teams to deliver Desirable, Viable, Feasible, and Sustainable innovation, leading projects of different levels of complexity at the same time</li><li>Working with Regional and Global R&amp;D teams to develop and ensure the effective technical delivery of activities and projects</li><li>Working with the Global or Regional Supply teams to develop and deliver existing or new technology to deliver Innovation and Value Leadership</li><li>Proactively manages Intellectual Property risks &amp; opportunities</li><li>Is a technical expert and contacts Regionally or Globally for packaging, facilitating pack learnings across brands/markets</li><li>Works with the greater packaging development teams to further develop packaging standards in close cooperation with Q&amp;FS and Suppliers</li><li>Leading team activities across engagement and capability building, playing a strong coaching and mentoring role within the team</li></ul><h1>What can you expect from Mars?</h1><ul><li>Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.</li><li>Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.</li><li>Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.</li><li>An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.</li></ul>Mars is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities, long term health conditions or are neurodiverse during the application and recruitment process. To request reasonable adjustments, complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/rHqKF86N1s" target="_blank">here</a>#LI-AB2

Senior Packaging Engineer (FTC)

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<li>Age 21+: £13.71 per hour</li>
<li>Under 21: £11.50 per hour</li>
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Got a passion for all things bike?
You’ll have some technical skills, but more about that later. Your unbridled enthusiasm for bikes combined with your knack with customers is what will lead you to success in this role - you’ll be delivering market leading standards of cycle service and repair, after all. Working on kids, adult, premium, performance and electric cycles, you’ll help us wow every customer.
Carrying out most of the service and repair work yourself, you'll also help develop other members of the team. We only work to the highest quality standards, just like you. A practical problem solver who works quickly and efficiently, you’ll help customers find and maintain their dream bike.
Ideally, you already have experience in a retail or cycle services environment, but if you have practical skills and experience of delivering fantastic customer service, we can help you with the rest.&nbsp;
We invest heavily in training to give our colleagues skills to develop their careers, so whatever career path you want to follow and whatever pace you want to progress, we have the support here to help you make your ambitions a reality, whether it’s in Retail or elsewhere in the Group.
To be successful in this role you'll need:
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<li>Experience of service, building and repair across a range of cycles</li>
<li>Experience of delivering great customer service, ideally in a retail or cycle services environment</li>
<li>Experience of sharing expertise with others</li>
<li>Experience of working with - and achieving - sales targets</li>
<li>Availability to work on a rota basis, including weekends</li>
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We know that everyone has different priorities at different stages of their lives, so we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits. As well as holiday and contributory company pension, you can expect to enjoy:
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<li>Store discount, with 25% off most products across Halfords and Tredz</li>
<li>Employee discount, with up to 50% off your garage bills at Halfords Autocentre</li>
<li>Discount on Halfords Breakdown Cover, with bike cover as standard for all annual policies</li>
<li>Discounts on everything from groceries and shopping through to holidays, insurance, days out, restaurants and more</li>
<li>Employee wellness programme offering free, independent, confidential support and counselling 24 hours a day, seven days a week</li>
<li>Fantastic Trade Price Bike Scheme - buy one bike per year from a range&nbsp;of bikes which have been significantly reduced</li>
<li>Life Assurance</li>
<li>Uniform</li>
<li>Option to join our Sharesave scheme: save to purchase shares at a 20% discount</li>
<li>Cycle to Work scheme</li>
<li>Wagestream – a financial planning app that gives you more control over your pay. Access up to 30% of your pay as you earn it and save automatically from your salary to build a rainy-day fund for the future</li>
<li>Health Cash Plan - claim cash back towards your healthcare costs and get access to health and well-being services&nbsp;</li>
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We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest vehicle service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.
Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Cycle Technician

<h2>Role overview:</h2>Trainee White Goods Engineer Basingstoke&nbsp; Basingstoke Customer Service Centre&nbsp; Permanent&nbsp; Full TimeSalary-&nbsp;£28k – £32k based on experience (OTE would be £31k – £35k)&nbsp;&nbsp;Shift Pattern - Average of 41 hours per week working 5 over 7 (some Saturday working on a rostered basis)Counties/Areas recruiting in: Thinking Hampshire, Surrey, and West Sussex&nbsp;&nbsp;No Sundays!At Currys we’re united by one passion: to help everyone enjoy amazing technology.&nbsp;As the UK’s best-known retailer of tech, we’re proud of the service our customers receive – and it’s all down to our team of 25,000 caring and committed colleagues. So you’ll never go it alone here. &nbsp;You’ll work in a great team, learning and growing together, and celebrating the big and small moments that make every day amazing.Join us as a White Goods Engineer and you’ll work your magic to keep customers’ appliances in tip-top condition. Whether you’re installing, diagnosing faults or making a vital repair, you’ll be on hand with the right skills, right knowledge and plenty of smiles to make sure every experience is a great one.<h2>Role overview:</h2>As part of this role, you’ll be responsible for: &nbsp; ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Driving your company van and managing your own day effectively (as you’ll work mainly on your own). ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Testing, diagnosing and fixing white goods in our customers’ homes. ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Providing and implementing technical knowledge across a range of white goods appliances. ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Building up our reputation as a home services expert.A lot of the job comes down to skill and efficiency, but building a rapport with customers is just as important. They will welcome you into their homes, and it’ll be down to you to get their products back on track and put their minds at ease.&nbsp;You will need: ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Proven experience in White Goods repairs. ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Full UK/EU driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points. ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Ideally (but not essential) ACS Qualifications (or equivalent) in Essential Gas Safety Domestic (CCN1), Gas Cookers and Ranges (CKR1). ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;To love that feeling when you’ve delivered for a customer.We know our people are the secret to our success. That’s why we’re always looking for ways to reward great work. Alongside 30 days of annual leave (including bank holiday entitlement) and a competitive pension scheme, you’ll find a host of benefits designed to work for you. They include: ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;First-class induction and on-going learning. ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Company approved tools and van. ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;A shift pattern of five over eight days. ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Quarterly bonus. ●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Product discounts across the latest tech.<h2>Why join us:</h2>Join our White Goods Engineer team and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build the career you want with on-the-job training and the opportunity to learn skills for life, for inside and outside work.&nbsp;Not only can you shape your own future, but you can help take charge of ours too. As the biggest recycler and repairer of tech in the UK, we’re in a position to make a real impact on people and the planet.&nbsp;Every voice has a space at our table and we’re committed to making inclusion and diversity part of everything we do, including how we strengthen our workforce. We want to make sure you have a fair opportunity to show us your talents during our application process, so if you need any additional assistance with your application please email <a href="mailto:careers@currys.co.uk" target="_blank">careers@currys.co.uk</a> and we’ll do our best to help. &nbsp;

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