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Who Are We? Gear4music is a leading UK & European musical retailer. Since launching in 2003, our mission has been to make music accessible for all. We now offer over 62,000 products, serve customers in 190 countries, and operate in 15 languages and 9 currencies. In 2022, we also launched AV.com – retailing HiFi, Home Cinema, and accessories. Behind the scenes, we’re powered by a growing technical team who make all of this possible. We recently turned over £147m and continue to grow, evolve, and innovate. Who Are You? You’re a sharp, thoughtful, and organised Product Manager with a passion for technology and process improvement. You love asking the right questions, spotting bottlenecks, and figuring out how things can be done better, faster, smarter. You thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and enjoy solving real-world problems. You’re a confident communicator who can bring together technical and non-technical minds to drive tangible change – and you're excited to make a serious impact on how we work. Your Mission Sitting within the Tech Team’s product management function, You’ll play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency. Your job is to act as the bridge between technical teams, business stakeholders, and third-party vendors, helping us design and implement solutions that drive real results. You will: • Gather, document, and analyse complex business requirement., • Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical specifications., • Work with technical SMEs to understand our current technical set up, identifying areas of particular complexity and challenge., • Analyse and model current and future processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and improvement., • Work closely with developers, external partners and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable technical solutions., • Support project delivery using Agile practices – contributing to sprint planning, retrospectives, and stakeholder demos., • Drive test planning and UAT, ensuring business goals are met before solutions go live., • Proactively communicate project progress, blockers, and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels., • Act as a champion for continuous improvement, working across departments to reduce manual processes and increase operational efficiency. The Technical Bits We don’t expect you to code – but you’ll need to be technically fluent enough to hold your own in discussions with developers, product teams, and vendors. Here’s the sort of experience we’re looking for: • Demonstrable experience as a Product Manager, Business Analyst, Systems architect, or similar role (3+ years)., • Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), operational systems, or logistics platforms., • Familiarity with business analysis tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, Visio, Lucidchart)., • Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies., • Comfortable working with technical documentation, workflows, and data models., • Experience with WMS platforms, Logistics technology, or e-commerce back-office functions is highly desirable. Bonus points for: • Experience in systems/process transformation in a logistics, warehouse or retail operations environment. Why Us? Because we actually care. No, really. We're not about flash perks or empty promises. We’re about giving you the space, support, and flexibility to do your best work, grow in your role, and feel valued along the way. From wellbeing resources and mental health support to properly planned progression paths – you’ll be part of a culture that values honesty, collaboration, and impact. You’ll work with real people solving real challenges – not stuck in endless meetings or writing reports no one reads. You’ll get to shape how we work and play a key part in building solutions that scale with our business. We’re a flat team – our directors sit with the teams, and everyone has a voice. Critiquing your boss is allowed. Encouraged, even. Our Head Office and UK warehouse operations are based in York, so that’s where you’ll spend the majority of your time, but there will be opportunity for hybrid working and flexible hours, depending on your circumstances. What We Will Offer • Great pay – and it’s always on time., • No expectation of long hours. We respect your time., • A personal development plan and regular 1:1s., • Your choice of Mac or Windows Laptop, • Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme., • A generous staff discount scheme., • Flexible hours and no dress code., • Mental health first aiders., • A strong learning culture with support for external training. And the usual good stuff: • Cycle to work scheme., • Eyecare vouchers., • Company pension scheme., • Employee referral bonuses. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know. A member of our friendly recruitment team will contact you to discuss your needs in more detail and ensure appropriate arrangements are made.

Maths Academic Mentor Enfield Immediate Start Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today. A high-performing secondary school in Enfield is seeking a motivated and mathematically strong Maths Academic Mentor to join their team on an immediate basis. This is a full-time, term-time contract role running until the end of the academic year in July 2026, offering an exceptional opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on pupil attainment within a structured, ambitious school environment. About the School This Enfield secondary school is rated Good by Ofsted and has built a strong reputation for academic rigour and evidence-based teaching. The Mathematics department is a genuine strength of the school, delivering a well-sequenced curriculum across KS3 and KS4 with consistently improving outcomes. The school operates clear, consistent behaviour frameworks that create focused, purposeful learning environments - giving every Maths Academic Mentor the structure needed to work effectively with pupils who need targeted support. Staff are well-supported, collaborative planning is embedded into departmental culture, and the school's commitment to raising attainment is evident at every level. What the School Offers • A clearly defined mentoring role with strong departmental support and guidance from experienced Maths teachers, • Consistent, well-managed behaviour across the school with dedicated pastoral backup, • A welcoming, professional team environment with regular opportunities to develop subject knowledge and mentoring skills, • Meaningful day-to-day impact on pupils who are working to close gaps and build mathematical confidence, • Hold a strong academic background in Mathematics - a 2:1 degree or above from a reputable university, ideally in Maths, a STEM subject, or a numerate discipline, • Can demonstrate a clear ability to explain mathematical concepts accessibly and confidently to secondary-age pupils, • Have some experience working with young people in an educational, tutoring, or mentoring capacity within a UK setting, • Are comfortable working within established school behaviour and safeguarding frameworks, • Are available to start immediately and commit to the full term-time contract through to July 2026

Learning Support Manager Ref: 2526/107 Hours: 37 hours per week Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience. Salary: £38,024 to £40,986 per annum. Plus generous benefits , including: ? 45 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures) ? Generous Occupational Pension Scheme About the role We are seeking an experienced SEND professional to lead the implementation and ongoing delivery of high quality support for students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and other High Needs across York College. This is an operational leadership role requiring someone who can confidently own and drive EHCP processes end to end, ensuring compliant, timely statutory reviews, effective transition planning, accurate funding utilisation, and a consistently excellent learner experience. You will manage and develop a team, providing clear direction and professional support as they oversee the learner journey from pre entry through to progression. Working collaboratively with Local Authorities, curriculum leaders, and a range of internal and external stakeholders, you will act as the primary point of contact for SEND across college, ensuring provision is robust, responsive, and aligned to the SEND Code of Practice. This role is ideal for someone who already has substantial, proven experience working at a similar level within post 16 SEND or High Needs provision and is ready to take ownership of a complex and meaningful portfolio of work. About the Person We are looking for a confident and highly experienced SEND practitioner with a strong operational background in managing EHCP processes within the post-16 sector. You will bring an in-depth understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice, High Needs funding, quality frameworks (including Ofsted), and the realities of working at pace within a busy FE environment. • Proven team-leadership skills, with a track record of managing and developing SEND practitioners and fostering a culture of reflection, consistency, and high-quality practice., • A strong, confident communication style, able to manage challenging conversations with Local Authorities, parents/carers, curriculum colleagues, and other professionals. This is a readvertisement previous applicants need not reapply. About the College York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices. We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us. With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym. Please visit our website: Want to know more? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nathan Edwards, Head of Additional Learning Support, atNathan-/ Important Notices Please see the attached document for Important Notices. Please note that we do not accept CV applications. If you are viewing this vacancy through any job board then please go to our website apply using our application form. Most correspondence regarding vacancies will be sent via email, so please check your emails regularly for updates on your application. We would also advise checking your junk/spam folder, as some emails may end up here depending on your mail provider settings. Closing date : 24 April 2026 (9am) Interviews: 6 May 2026 We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG). As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. York College has signed up to the ?Mindful Employer' charter for employers who are positive about mental health. We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions. We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other ?protected' characteristic. xrnqpay Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.