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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:        Hair and Beauty Tutor

Location:        3 Dimensions School, Chard

Salary:            £19,200 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:            24 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm 

Contract:        Permanent, Part-Time; Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Hair and Beauty Tutor to join our close-knit team at 3 Dimensions School.  We have undergone a really exciting period of growth, which is due to continue into 2025.  We envisage exciting opportunities for our Staff going forward within our organisation!

The Opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils’ lives. Join an amazing team making our schools and classrooms supportive, enriching places where vulnerable pupils achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Hair and Beauty Tutor, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys.

You will prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Supporting pupils with complex needs is important and rewarding work, and you will benefit from the tremendous support offered by our hugely experienced teams. As you help our pupils achieve real and significant progress, you will enjoy having a direct, positive impact on their developing lives.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and inclusive hair and beauty lessons tailored to the needs of SEN students.

Develop individualised learning plans and adapt teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.

Provide hands-on instruction in hair cutting, styling, colouring, skincare, makeup application, and other beauty treatments.

Foster a positive and supportive classroom environment that encourages student participation and confidence.

Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and adjust teaching strategies as needed.

Collaborate with other staff members, including SEN specialists, to ensure a holistic approach to student development.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, techniques, and best practices.

Ensure all health and safety regulations are followed during practical sessions.

Organise and supervise practical assessments and examinations.

Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

Relevant qualifications in hairdressing, beauty therapy, or a related field (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent) is desirable.

Experience working with SEN students is highly preferred.

About Us

3 Dimensions School is a dedicated SEN school committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with special educational needs. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Hair and Beauty Tutor to join our team and help our students develop valuable skills in the hair and beauty industry.

This opportunity is within commutable distance of Chard, Ilminster, Honiton and surrounding areas.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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 Options Autism?

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

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

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

Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

And that’s not all, 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 

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*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. 

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