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Hairdresser
Hairdresser - Regimes and Activities Team
Serco | Yarl’s Wood Immigration Centre, Bedford, MK44 2FQ
Position Details
- Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours/week)
- Salary: £29,000 per annum + excellent benefits
- Location: Bedford, MK44 2FQ
About the Role
As a Hairdresser in our Regimes and Activities team, you’ll provide a professional hairdressing and barbering service to residents within a secure environment. Your work will promote wellbeing, dignity, and confidence, making a tangible difference in people’s daily lives.
You’ll work collaboratively to maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive space while continuously improving service delivery. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through hands-on care and professional services.
What You’ll Do
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing hairdressing and barbering services according to the agreed daily schedule
- Managing an effective appointment system to meet residents’ needs
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and records in line with Serco’s policies
- Building positive, respectful relationships with residents from all backgrounds
- Reporting concerns, particularly those affecting safety and security
- Collaborating with colleagues to deliver high-quality and consistent service
Does This Sound Like You?
Experience & Skills Required
To thrive in this role, you should have:
- Experience in a fast-paced salon or similar environment
- Strong skills in cutting and styling male and female hair
- Knowledge of diverse hair types, including:
- Afro-Caribbean
- Asian
- Caucasian
- A professional, calm approach when working in a secure environment
- A commitment to dignity, respect, and care in all interactions
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Vetting & Checks
As this role involves working with vulnerable individuals, the following security measures are required:
- Enhanced DBS check (including spent and unspent convictions, cautions, and local police records)
- Compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
- Occupational Health Questionnaire (to provide necessary support)
Desired Professional Development at Serco
At one of the top 1% international employers, you’ll benefit from:
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Unlimited career growth through:
- Mentoring & training programs
- Funding for qualifications, such as:
- Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship
- Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship
- 1,100+ internal learning courses
- Focus on internal progression
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Wellbeing support including:
- 30% discount on leisure activities at Serco-managed facilities
- 24/7 virtual GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & Bupa telehealth
- Complimentary on-site parking
- £25+ holiday package (bank holiday + up to 5 additional leave days per year)
- Learn Disability IQ free (with 30+ certification options)
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Employee benefits & community impact
- Discounts at 1,000+ partnered retailers (shopping, dining, travel, entertainment)
- Paid volunteering day
- Tax-free Payroll Giving Scheme (support charity of choice)
- Donation of unused leave to charities
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Diversity, inclusion & belonging
- Supportive Employee Networks for:
- Gender (SercoInspire)
- Multicultural (SercoEmbrace)
- Disability (SercoUnlimited)
- LGBTQIA+ (In@Serco)
- BAN THE BOX policy for fair recruitment
- Reasonable adjustments for candidates & flexibility discussions
- Supportive Employee Networks for:
Why Join Serco?
Serco is a global leader in public service delivery, supporting vital areas such as immigration, defence, healthcare, and transport. We’re driven by innovation and a commitment to redesigning public services for positive impact.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today to become part of a team that values growth, diversity, and purpose.
About Serco
“We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports those with unspent criminal convictions, disabilities, and protects fairness through policies like the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard (Disability Confident Leader) and our comprehensive support programs.”
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