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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*? Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG! Job Title: Deputy Headteacher Location: The Holden School, Leigh WN7 4SB Salary: Up to £55,000.00 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start: January 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Headteacher with ASC and SEMH experience to join our close-knit team at The Holden School, part of Acorn Education. About the Role The Deputy Head Teacher (Behaviour and Attitudes) at The Holden School plays a pivotal leadership role within this Special School setting, which caters to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. This role is critical in shaping and sustaining a positive, safe, and predictable environment that supports pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development. The Deputy Head Teacher will lead strategically on behaviour and attitudes, ensuring these align with the school’s vision of enabling pupils who have previously struggled to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Working closely with the Head Teacher, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), clinical staff, and wider school community, the Deputy Head will promote high expectations, implement innovative behaviour support strategies, and maintain strong safeguarding practises. The role demands a commitment to collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement, consistent with The Holden School’s values of holistic pupil development, therapeutic integration, and family engagement. Key Responsibilities and Duties Leadership and Strategic Development • Lead strategically on behaviour and attitudes under the direction of the Head Teacher, ensuring alignment with the school’s vision and ethos., • Contribute actively to SLT discussions, including broader educational developments beyond immediate school concerns., • Set and uphold high expectations for pupils, staff, and parents, challenging any low expectations and promoting a culture of excellence. Qualifications and Experience • Qualified Teacher Status and Degree., • Experience in working pupils with SEMH and ASC, • Professional development in preparation for a senior leadership role., • Proven leadership and management experience within a school, preferably with experience in Special Schools or SEMH settings., • Experience in school self-evaluation, development planning, and line management. The Holden School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 5 to 16, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs in Lancashire, Manchester and surrounding areas. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We are a Therapeutic Led, Trauma Informed School providing individualised curriculums for our students supported by our Class Teams, our Pastoral Team and our own Therapists. We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them academically and socially, to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why join Acorn Education? We place the outcomes of the pupils 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. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 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

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. Our school will adopt the 4DWW once we have a full team in place — and with the rollout already underway across the wider Group, now is the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Job Title: Deputy Headteacher - Quality of Education Location: The Holden School, Leigh WN7 4SB Salary: Up to £60,000.00 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start Date: January 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. The Holden School is seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher – Quality of Education to join our senior leadership team and play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding education for children and young people with complex needs. Working in close partnership with the Headteacher, you will help lead a supportive, inclusive and high-performing school community—driving excellence in teaching, learning and behaviour support, while ensuring every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential. This is a rewarding leadership opportunity for an experienced, resilient and values-driven professional who is passionate about inclusive education and collaborative, multi-disciplinary working. About the Role As Deputy Headteacher at The Holden School, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the school, with a clear focus on curriculum leadership, quality of education and positive behaviour support. You will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, working closely with education, residential and clinical colleagues to ensure a joined-up approach that delivers the best possible outcomes for pupils. You will model outstanding practice, inspire staff and build strong, effective relationships with families, professionals and regulatory bodies. Key Responsibilities • Work with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to secure high standards across all aspects of school life, • Act as overall curriculum lead, ensuring coherence, quality and progression across the school, • Lead on positive behaviour support, including oversight of Behaviour Support Plans in collaboration with the clinical team, • Monitor pupil progress and targets to ensure individual outcomes are achieved, • Participate in referral assessments and placement decision-making, • Work as a core member of the multi-disciplinary team, linking education, care and clinical provision, • Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation, • Maintain effective partnerships with families, carers, external professionals and partner organisations, • Model and promote high-quality practice in teaching, assessment and behaviour support, • Support recruitment, induction, training and professional development of staff, • Line manage staff through supervisions, appraisals, probation reviews and wellbeing processes, • Delegate responsibilities appropriately and support staff to meet expectations, • Promote and embed company values, policies and regulatory standards across the team Who we are looking for You will have: • Experience teaching children and young people with autism, complex needs and/or challenging behaviour, • Experience leading on the quality of education, • Knowledge of Ofsted frameworks and inspection processes, • Proven experience managing and developing staff, • Experience managing budgets and resources effectively, • Strong leadership and people-management skills, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • Strong organisational, IT and time-management skills, • Strong knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory requirements, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, • Degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), • Relevant sector qualifications, • Willingness to undertake further training as required, • Full UK Driving Licence The Holden School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 5 to 16, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs in Lancashire, Manchester and surrounding areas. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We are a Therapeutic Led, Trauma Informed School providing individualised curriculums for our students supported by our Class Teams, our Pastoral Team and our own Therapists. We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them academically and socially, to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth 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. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 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

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running We’re reimagining work/life balance – and you could be part of it. At OFG, we're proud to be part of the 4-Day Working Week trial – a bold step toward giving our teams more time to recharge, refresh, and enjoy life outside of work. That means you could be working 80% of your usual hours, while still earning 100% of your pay. If the trial proves successful, we’ll roll out the 4DWW across the Group – making now the perfect time to join #TeamOFG and help shape the future of work. Job Title: Procurement Manager Location: Bolton (Hybrid working 2 days in the office) Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 9-5 Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications) About Us At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child can thrive when given the right environment for success. As one of the world’s leading providers in our sector, we deliver exceptional, research-led education tailored to each individual, with smaller class sizes and personalised learning plans. Our vision is to empower every child with a world-class education that nurtures potential and inspires lifelong learning. Our mission is to unlock that potential through personalised learning and opportunity. And our promise is simple: we listen, we work together, and we are accountable to one another to make the remarkable happen. The Role: As Procurement Manager, you will lead the procurement function across multiple categories including infrastructure, fleet management, and operational resources. You will be responsible for ensuring procurement activities meet high standards of quality, compliance, sustainability and cost-effectiveness, while aligning with strategic growth objectives. What you'll do: • Lead, plan, and coordinate procurement exercises across the business in a cost-effective and efficient way., • Lead procurement for new site openings, including sourcing of, equipment, utilities, and vehicles., • Manage and develop the procurement team, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure high performance and continuous improvement., • Ensure all procurement processes adhere to internal policies and external regulatory requirements., • Monitor supplier performance and ensure delivery of goods and services meets quality standards., • Carry out due diligence checks on suppliers to ensure compliance and quality standards., • Maintain supplier databases, contracts registers, and succession planning strategies., • Oversee tenders, price reviews, and onboarding of new suppliers., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast needs and align procurement with operational plans., • Management of the whole fleet including ordering of new vehicles, on-going support and vehicle de-fleet and reallocation processes., • Management of procurement reports to track suppliers and costs, • Negotiate supplier contracts, ensuring favourable terms and value for money., • Proven experience in procurement management, ideally within education, healthcare, or multi-site operations., • Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, quality assurance, and sustainability requirements in procurement., • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills., • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities., • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills., • Familiarity with procurement systems and compliance frameworks., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions. About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high quality special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for. 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. Our divisional brands include Acorn Education, Options Autism, Blenheim Schools and Momenta Connect. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise We Listen. We never assume. We work together. To make the remarkable happen. We are accountable. To each other and for one another. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Please note: 4DWW is subject to successful completion of your probation period and is not a contractual benefit. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running At OFG, we're proud to be offer 4-Day Working Week – a bold step toward giving our teams more time to recharge, refresh, and enjoy life outside of work. That means you could be working 80% of your usual hours, while still earning 100% of your pay.* Job Title: Legal Counsel Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum dependent on experience Location: Bolton, Hybrid 2 office working days Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday About us At Outcomes First group, we believe every child can thrive when given the right environment for success. As a leading provider in our sector, we deliver exceptional, research-led education tailored to each individual. We are seeking a capable, commercially minded Legal Counsel (2-5 years' PQE) to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role with exposure to senior stakeholders across the Group, offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact. What you'll do: • Draft, negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial contracts, • Support technology, IP and software procurement activity, • Assist with corporate governance and company secretarial duties, • Provide pragmatic legal advice to operational and central teams, • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 2-5 years' PQE in commercial, corporate or technology law, • Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, • Clear communicator with commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach This is a varied in-house role with a complex, highly regulated environment. You will play a key part in enhancing governance and consistency across the legal function, whilst supporting meaningful work that empowers children to thrive. About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high quality special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for. 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. Our divisional brands include Acorn Education, Options Autism, Blenheim Schools and Momenta Connect. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise We Listen. We never assume. We work together. To make the remarkable happen. We are accountable. To each other and for one another. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Please note: 4DWW is subject to successful completion of your probation period and is not a contractual benefit. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. We’re reimagining work/life balance – and you could be part of it. At OFG, we're proud to be part of the 4-Day Working Week trial – a bold step toward giving our teams more time to recharge, refresh, and enjoy life outside of work. That means you could be working 80% of your usual hours, while still earning 100% of your pay. If the trial proves successful, we’ll roll out the 4DWW across the Group – making now the perfect time to join #TeamOFG and help shape the future of work. Job Title: Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager – Systems & Reporting Lead Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 Per Annum Depending on Experience Location: Bolton (Hybrid working office based 2 days per week) Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 9-5 About Us At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child can thrive when given the right environment for success. As one of the world’s leading providers in our sector, we deliver exceptional, research-led education tailored to each individual, with smaller class sizes and personalised learning plans. Our vision is to empower every child with a world-class education that nurtures potential and inspires lifelong learning. Our mission is to unlock that potential through personalised learning and opportunity. And our promise is simple: we listen, we work together, and we are accountable to one another to make the remarkable happen. The role: Deliver high-quality forecasting, analysis and BI-enabled reporting that drive business performance. Act as a trusted FP&A manager, financial modeller and systems and insight lead. providing clear, actionable insight that supports divisional and Group decision-making. The role has a strong focus on data, systems, reporting and performance insight, ensuring senior leaders have access to clear, timely and decision-ready information. What you'll do: Financial Performance & Analysis • Lead periodic management reporting and BI-driven performance analysis, ensuring timely, accurate and consistent results to internal stakeholders., • Support senior leadership with data-led insight, challenge and recommendations aligned to strategic and operational objectives., • Manage KPI reporting and performance dashboards for relevant divisions, highlighting trends, risks and opportunities., • Build and maintain robust financial and performance models to support initiatives and business cases., • Provide variance analysis vs budget/forecast with clear narrative, visualisation and actions., • Coordinate and deliver the UK annual budgeting cycle with the FP&A team, supported by system-driven planning and BI reporting outputs., • Drive the quarterly reforecast process in partnership with Finance and BI to improve forecast accuracy, automation and efficiency., • Maintain and improve the planning model and underlying KPI assumptions to ensure data integrity, consistency and alignment across systems., • Support the implementation and enhancement of BI, planning and finance systems for reporting, budgeting and modelling in partnership with the Head of FP&A and BI., • Continuously improve processes, standardise reporting packs, strengthen data governance and automate repeatable tasks., • Manage distribution, access and governance of dashboards, reports and performance outputs through systems and automation., • Build strong working relationships with senior leaders and operational teams; act as the first point of contact for FP&A, reporting and BI-related queries within remit., • Provide timely monthly reports and interactive dashboards (with BI support) and improve financial and data awareness through guidance and training where needed. Essential • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)., • 5+ years’ FP&A / Commercial Finance experience, with significant exposure to BI, systems or performance reporting., • Advanced financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting (Excel and BI tools)., • Strong analytical problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and data quality., • Ability to present complex financial and performance information clearly to senior stakeholders; strong executive-ready slide and dashboard storytelling skills (PowerPoint)., • Experience improving and standardising BI reporting processes, automation and dashboard delivery., • Exposure to tools such as Planning Analytics, Power BI, Tableau or Cognos., • Experience working with finance or reporting systems implementations., • Experience in a PE-backed environment. About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high quality special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for. 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. Our divisional brands include Acorn Education, Options Autism, Blenheim Schools and Momenta Connect. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise We Listen. We never assume. We work together. To make the remarkable happen. We are accountable. To each other and for one another. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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. Please note: 4DWW is subject to successful completion of your probation period and is not a contractual benefit.

Primary Teacher - Exclusive Education Location: Wigan Contract Type: Full-time (Part-time considered) Exclusive Education is currently recruiting a Primary Teacher to join a supportive and welcoming primary school. This role is ideal for any anyone who is ready to lead a classroom and make a positive impact from day one. You’ll be working in a friendly, lively, and inclusive school setting that value creativity, commitment, and a strong passion for teaching. To be considered for these roles as an Primary Teacher, you must: • Hold a relevant teaching qualification with QTS (e.g. PGCE, B.Ed., BA Hons with QTS), • Be eligible to work in the UK, • Have experience working with children (school placements included), • Be able to provide two references covering the last two years, ideally from placements or child-related settings, • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of students., • Foster a positive learning environment through effective behavior management techniques., • Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and development., • Assess and evaluate student performance, providing feedback and support as needed., • Collaborate with colleagues to enhance educational programs and share best practices., • Competitive daily pay rates, • Direct access to local schools actively recruiting ECTs, • A dedicated consultant available 24/7 for support, • A quick and efficient registration and clearance process If this particular role isn’t quite what you’re looking for, contact us to find out about other opportunities we have available for Primary Teachers across the region. We are a specialist education agency with consultants who focus solely on the Primary sector. Know someone else looking for a teaching role? Refer a Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or Cover Supervisor and receive £50 in vouchers when they register and work with us!*

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running We’re reimagining work/life balance – and you could be part of it. At OFG, we're proud to be part of the 4-Day Working Week trial – a bold step toward giving our teams more time to recharge, refresh, and enjoy life outside of work. That means you could be working 80% of your usual hours, while still earning 100% of your pay. If the trial proves successful, we’ll roll out the 4DWW across the Group – making now the perfect time to join #TeamOFG and help shape the future of work. Job Title: Benefits & HR Systems Data Analyst Location: Bolton office (Hybrid working available, 2 days in the office after successfully passing 6 month probation) Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 9-5 Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications) About Us At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child can thrive when given the right environment for success. As one of the world’s leading providers in our sector, we deliver exceptional, research-led education tailored to each individual, with smaller class sizes and personalised learning plans. Our vision is to empower every child with a world-class education that nurtures potential and inspires lifelong learning. Our mission is to unlock that potential through personalised learning and opportunity. And our promise is simple: we listen, we work together, and we are accountable to one another to make the remarkable happen. The Role: As part of the People Services team, the Benefits and HR Systems Analyst will act as the first point of contact for all Benefits and People System related enquiries. They will provide an efficient and comprehensive system administration support; producing people matrix reports as and when required by the People Admin and System Manager. This role will ensure thorough administration and maintenance of the Benefit and HR System database, ensuring all regulatory requirements are adhered to. What you'll do: • Oversee day-to-day Operations of Employee Benefits Programs, inc. enrolments, changes and terminations, • Assist employees with Benefit related queries, e.g., claims issues and guidance during open enrolment periods, • Work collaboratively and coordinate with Benefits providers and key stakeholders, ensuring accurate and timely processing of Benefit related transactions, • Prepare reports and maintain Benefit documentation for audits and management review, • Develop and distribute communication material to inform employees of Benefits programs, updates, and changes, • Maintain accurate data integrity and our benefits platforms ensuring all information is relevant., • Acting as the employee benefits subject matter expert on projects and acquisitions and assisting the systems team members with HR systems project work, • Continuously evaluate and improve Benefit programs and processes, to enhance employee satisfaction and cost-effectiveness, • Provide detailed support for all Benefit & HR System related policies, procedures and system enquiries, ensuring each are resolved, sign posted or escalated accordingly, • Issuance of letters relating to Benefits and HR Systems, • Effectively manage benefits diary, tracking key milestones and proactively working with our communication and marketing teams to produce comms in line with our benefit windows What we're looking for: • Experienced in Benefits and HR System administration (Access XD & Insights Reporting desirable), • Competent Benefits professional, • Use of systems and platforms such as Access XD, Vista, • Experience in report writing, e.g., Vista, Insights Reporting, • Excellent planning and organisational skills, • Proactive approach to improving benefits and processes, • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with strict deadlines., • Excellent Communication Skills, • Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook PowerPoint, • Accurate and attentive to detail, • Effective team player capable of providing cover and support to colleagues and wider Teams Why join Outcomes First Group? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high quality special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for. 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. Our divisional brands include Acorn Education, Options Autism, Blenheim Schools and Momenta Connect. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise We Listen. We never assume. We work together. To make the remarkable happen. We are accountable. To each other and for one another. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Please note: 4DWW is subject to successful completion of your probation period and is not a contractual benefit. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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.

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Job Title: (EYFS) Location: Wigan Contract: Full-time OR Term-time Only We are currently recruiting on behalf of a fantastic primary school in Wigan for a Teaching Assistant to support their Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) children.As a leading education recruitment agency, we are looking for a

Title: Deputy Headteacher (Behaviour and Attitudes) (Leigh)Location: Leigh, Greater Manchester, North West, WN7 4SB, UKCompany: Outcomes First GroupHow would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?Our colleagues wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so were always looking for new ways to improve everyones work/life balance. Were taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).If the trial is a success, well be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group so theres never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!Job Title: Deputy HeadteacherLocation: The Holden School, Leigh WN7 4SBSalary: Up to £55,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to FridayContract: Permanent, Term Time OnlyStart: January 2026UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Headteacher with ASC and SEMHexperience to join our close-knit team at The Holden School,part of Acorn Education.About the RoleThe Deputy Head Teacher (Behaviour and Attitudes) at The Holden School plays a pivotal leadership role within this Special School setting, which caters to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. This role is critical in shaping and sustaining a positive, safe, and predictable environment that supports pupils social, emotional, and academic development. The Deputy Head Teacher will lead strategically on behaviour and attitudes, ensuring these align with the schools vision of enabling pupils who have previously struggled to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.Working closely with the Head Teacher, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), clinical staff, and wider school community, the Deputy Head will promote high expectations, implement innovative behaviour support strategies, and maintain strong safeguarding practises. The role demands a commitment to collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement, consistent with The Holden Schools values of holistic pupil development, therapeutic integration, and family engagement.Key Responsibilities and DutiesLeadership and Strategic DevelopmentLead strategically on behaviour and attitudes under the direction of the Head Teacher, ensuring alignment with the schools vision and ethos.Contribute actively to SLT discussions, including broader educational developments beyond immediate school concerns.Set and uphold high expectations for pupils, staff, and parents, challenging any low expectations and promoting a culture of excellence.Develop and embed a school ethos that fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, accountability, and celebration of success.Skills and CompetenciesQualifications and ExperienceQualified Teacher Status and Degree.Experience in working pupils with SEMH and ASCProfessional development in preparation for a senior leadership role.Proven leadership and management experience within a school, preferably with experience in Special Schools or SEMH settings.Experience in school self-evaluation, development planning, and line management.Strong understanding of behaviour management, safeguarding, attendance, and pastoral care best practises.About UsThe Holden School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 5to 16, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs in Lancashire, Manchester and surrounding areas. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We are a Therapeutic Led, Trauma Informed School providing individualised curriculums for our students supported by our Class Teams, our Pastoral Team and our own Therapists.We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them academically and socially, to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build con?dence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.We are part of Acorn Educationand can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UKs leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running.Why join Acorn Education?We place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll 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. 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 youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.And thats not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.*Youll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefitOutcomes 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.#1TPBN1_UKTJ

Employer Account Manager Salary: £28,325 per annum + Package Location: Based in Wigan (Travel throughout the Greater Manchester Region required) Full Time: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday 09.00 -17.00 Contract: Permanent If successful you will establish, grow and maximise employer relationships and ensure that suitable vacancies are sourced for and are filled by Ingeus participants across the region or contract area. What youll be doing Build and maintain strong and effective relationships with new and existing employers to generate vacancies for Ingeus participants. Sell the Ingeus recruitment services to employers and utilise marketing and sales tools to source vacancies and job opportunities. Identify recruitment needs of each employer and ensure that pre-screens and group assessments are tailored to their specific needs. Promote and agree recruitment processes with employers, i.e. web and face to face recruitment sessions, screening and shortlisting processes as well as job offer processes. To be successful you will require Have the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Have experience of working in a sales/ target driven environment. Have a strong understanding of the local employment market. Have the ability to present to clients both in person and via digital platforms. At Ingeus, weve spent time listening to our employees to build our benefits package: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the opportunity to salary trade extra EAP Support programme available 24/7 with access to 6 x counselling sessions Private Medical Insurance Eyecare vouchers with help to purchase new glasses Life assurance Online discount shopping Cycle to Work scheme Season ticket loan Up to two days each year dedicated to Community Giving (Volunteering) Access to Salary Finance; financial education and advice The opportunity to buy extra perks such as, critical Illness Cover, dental insurance Long Service Awards At Ingeus, our culture is built on the principle of treating everyone with dignity, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident and recognised for the value of their contributions We understand that everyone's journey is different, and were committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and accessible as possible. if you require and support or adjustments - whether that's help with the application, interview format or anything else - were here to listen and work with you to find the best approach. Our goal is the ensure you can showcase your skills and potential in a way that works for you. Please do not hesitate to contact us at to discuss how we can support you. Please note that this role could be closed early if we receive sufficient applications. TPBN1_UKTJ

Bolton Women in Engineering - Careers at MBDA Do you have post-education industry experience as a skilled engineer , mathematician or physicist ? Ideally we are looking for proven experience within these domains. Are you looking for a workplace that values the abilities, experiences and the talent you bring? If so, please upload your CV here. At MBDA, we know that diverse teams deliver better, more innovative results, and we are committed to a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. If you are a skilled, mathematician, physicist or engineer looking for a new opportunity apply today. Join one of our Engineering Departments: From seekers to warheads, requirements to integration, missiles to launchers, our engineers ensure that MBDA's products remain at the forefront of technical innovation and deliver competitive advantage to our sovereign nations and export partners alike. If you are looking to step into industry or a change in career direction, Why not consider looking at our Early Careers opportunities. You can find out more information about these via our dedicated pages on our website Why choose MBDA? We value our women in engineering and actively encourage greater gender balance across our business and our industry. We're a European leader in weapon system design and development, and proud of the work we do that enables our Armed Forces to protect our nations, people and freedoms. Top Employer: With awards from The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022, and Gold in all Investors in People categories. Dynamic Workforce: 5,500 individuals working together across our Stevenage, Bolton and Bristol sites, across every engineering discipline and stage of our products' lifecycles. Unique Products, Challenges and Technologies: Work on projects unlike those of any industry outside defence. Core Engineering Domains: Systems Engineering Software Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Algorithms Simulation and Modelling Mechanical Engineering Hardware Engineering Supportability / ILS Engineering Apply today! Due to the nature of our work, we are only able to accept applications from British Citizens or a Dual UK nationals with British citizenship. For specific opportunities, we encourage you to explore all our vacancies and apply directly on our website at . If your skills and experience align to one or more of our engineering domains but you aren't sure which vacancy to apply for, you can upload your CV to the 'Women in Engineering Community'. We will review your information and get in touch if we have a suitable opportunity for you to consider at this time. After you've uploaded your CV, we also recommend setting up 'Job Alerts', via your 'Candidate Home'. Our Culture: Inclusive Environment: Diverse thinking is encouraged at MBDA, and everyone is given a voice at the table. Employee-led communities and mentors are also available to help you build your network and exchange learning with others. Career Growth: We encourage career development in whatever direction you want to take it, and provide all the training needed to ensure you develop the skills and confidence to achieve your goals. Flexible and family friendly, whatever shape that takes: We're members of Working Families and work closely with our Parents & Carers employee network to listen to employee feedback. We support formal flexible working requests to accommodate your commitments and where possible, through Dynamic Working we provide a blended approach to where, when and how we work. See our benefits below for more detail. Our commitment to gender balance, diversity and inclusion in Defence and Engineering: Proud signatory of the Women in Defence Charter Fawcett partners of Women in Defence Core members of WISE - enabling and promoting the participation, contribution and success of women in the UK STEM workforce Sponsors of Royal Academy of Engineering's "This is Engineering" campaign - inspiring young people into careers in Engineering Founding members of Neurodiversity in Business Disability Confident - Committed Committed members of Inclusive Employers What we can offer: Formal Flexible Working to accommodate your commitments Hybrid working: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working. Note: due to the nature of our work and workload classification, many of our engineering roles require an element of onsite working. This can range from 2-5 days a week depending on the role. Enhanced pay for additional hours (depending on level) 25 days annual leave Additional holiday purchase available and enhanced continuous service annual leave Up to 15 days additional flexi leave (depending on level) Company bonus schemes Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Enhanced Parental Leave offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Healthcare benefits for all, including Private Medical Insurance at Exec Level Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and more Excellent training, career progression and development opportunities We may be able to offer a relocation package Networks/Communities: MBDA UK are proud to have a wide range of employee led networks to promote a working environment that is positive and supportive, where everyone is able to reach their full potential. GEN-EQ: Gender network aiming to inspire and encourage Pride at MBDA: Passionate about creating an inclusive culture Mosaic : Championing ethnic diversity at MBDA Neurodiversity: Dedicated to raising awareness and challenging misperceptions Menopause Matters: An environment where conversations about menopause is normalised Parents and Carers community: Supportive environment for parents and those with caring responsibilities Disability Network Our Business: Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-DNI #LI-LA1 TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title: Early Career Teachers (ECTs) - Lincoln Location: Lincoln and Surrounding Areas Start Date: Ongoing - Roles Available Throughout the Year Contract Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Day-to-Day Supply | Long-Term Placements Pay: M1 -M6 Pay Scale (Dependent on experience and placement type)

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