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We have an exciting opportunity available for a Safe Accommodation Support Officer to join our Housing Needs and Options Service, here at Wokingham Borough Council. This exciting new post will support the delivery of the Home Refuge Service and other safe accommodation housing options which will prevent homelessness for victim survivors of domestic abuse.&nbsp;
The Role&nbsp;
As the Safe Accommodation Support Officer, you will be the lead officer for the Home Refuge Scheme, ensuring that the scheme is delivered in line with legislation and best practise and that homelessness prevention is achieved through making properties safe for victim survivors.&nbsp;
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract for 25 hours per week.&nbsp;
Your main responsibilities will include:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Triaging referrals received for the Home Refuge Scheme and assessing suitability for the scheme&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Liaising with victim survivors of domestic abuse and attend home visits to complete target hardening risk assessment and complete relevant safeguarding referrals&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Working with landlords and other external partner to secure installation of security measures&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Working with statutory and voluntary organisations to promote the Home Refuge Scheme and other safe accommodation options which are available for victim survivors of domestic abuse and to assit with the ongoing developement of dispersed accommodation&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>To support with data collection and monitoring and assist with managing stock required for the Home Refuge scheme&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About You&nbsp;
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with experience of working with vulnerable people; it is desirable for experience of working with victim survivors in the community.&nbsp; The ideal candidate will have:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Previous experience in a front-line housing service or of working with/ alongside safeguarding services&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Good written and verbal communication skills&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A valid driving license and daily access to a vehicle&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.&nbsp;
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.&nbsp;
For an Informal discussion, please email Tanya Pellew, Housing and Domestic Abuse Specialist <a href="mailto:tanya.pellew@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">tanya.pellew@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing date of applications:  3rd August 2025, 11pm
Interview date:  TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Safe Accommodation Support Officer

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Would you agree that access to good quality housing is fundamental for security and belonging?
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Asset Manager to join the councils wholly owned, Registered provide of Housing, Loddon Homes on a full-time, permanent basis.
At Loddon Homes, we strive to provide every resident with a safe, quality, sustainable and affordable home, ensuring long-term stability and security of tenure. We’re looking for an Asset Manager that understands this philosophy and puts our residents at the forefront of our asset management practices.&nbsp;
As a small, local, Registered Provider of Social Housing, we set the bar high for housing provision in Wokingham Borough. We are entering a new era as an industry and as a provider. Many of our properties are now reaching ten years old and we want to create the foundations for how we manage our assets in the short, medium and long term.
We are looking for an experienced Asset Manager that can oversee the day-to-day asset management of our portfolio of 300 homes and plan for our future investment.
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
Benefits:
⭐&nbsp;A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent pension scheme
⭐ Death in service payment
⭐ Use of an onsite gym (located at Shute End offices)
⭐ And more
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Extensive asset management experience</li>
<li>You can confidently consider, create and implement a long-term asset management plan</li>
<li>You’re knowledgeable about changing building safety regulations for social housing providers</li>
<li>You have a proven track record of managing large scale asset management projects, budgets and timelines</li>
<li>You can demonstrate the flexibility to adapt asset management strategies across a range of tenures, including supported, general needs, and leasehold housing.</li>
<li>Proven ability to manage relationships with Managing Agents effectively</li>
<li>You’re a great communicator – verbal and written with all stakeholders</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Degree and/or post graduate qualification in a relevant subject</li>
<li>A housing qualification to a minimum of CIH Level 4 or equivalent, or a commitment to work towards this</li>
<li>Excellent digital/ICT skills and confidence to incorporate digital transformation</li>
<li>A driving license and access to a car</li>
<li>Experience of working within local government and a political environment would be desirable</li>
</ul>
Our Area:&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.&nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.&nbsp;
Click the link below for more information and to apply!
Alternatively, if you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail <a href="mailto:karen.howick@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.howick@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;
Closing date: Sunday 10th August 2025, 11pm Interviews: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. 
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;
Loddon Homes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
Loddon Homes is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Asset Manager

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Procurement and Contracts Manager to join our Procurement and Contracts Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As the Procurement and Contracts Manager, you will lead and manage procurement and contract activity across the organisation. This is a key role that ensures effective provision of professional services that meet customer needs.
This role will contribute to the strategy, performance, quality control and the financial planning for specialist areas, whilst working collaboratively with key stakeholders, members and colleagues across the organisation.
Help us deliver high impact, cost-effective services to our community!&nbsp;
Benefits
Not only if this a fantastic time to join our team, but you will receive a host of incredible benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more!
Key responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Provide functional and/or operational leadership for senior procurement specialists ensuring the provision of professional services that meet customer needs.</li>
<li>Acting as member of corporate project teams - providing specialist advice and input</li>
<li>Contributing to strategy, performance and quality control, and service and financial planning for specialist area(s)</li>
<li>Working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, Members and managing key relationships e.g. with members, partners, other stakeholders</li>
<li>Promotion of best practice in procurement and contract management across all services in the Council through issuance of guidance and training as required.</li>
</ul>
Skills, qualifications and experience&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Experience and excellent understanding of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023</li>
<li>Experience in public sector procurement and local government procurement categories</li>
<li>Experience if managing staff and high performing teams</li>
<li>Relevant professional qualifications such as Chartered Institute of Procurement and supply or a recognised business qualification</li>
<li>Strong IT skills specifically in PowerPoint and Excel</li>
<li>Experience of using e-procurement software</li>
</ul>
For more information, please contact Clare Priest, Head of Procurement and Contracts , <a href="mailto:clare.priest@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">clare.priest@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.
Alternatively, click the link below and apply today!
Closing date: 10th August 2025, 11pm
Interviews: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Procurement and Contracts Manager

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For more information or to apply for this role, please contact Tania Aspey on <a href="mailto:tania.aspey76@gmail.com" target="_blank">tania.aspey76@gmail.com</a>



A Personal Assistant is sought to support a 12 year old young person with ASD.&nbsp; The hours can be flexible but will be mainly after school and weekends.&nbsp; This will be a 2:1 role so you would be working alongside a family member taking them out in the community to parks and SEN sessions.&nbsp; The young person is verbal, friendly, energetic and a delight to be around.&nbsp; This would be a lovely role for someone local to Bracknell, with a full clean UK driving licence, looking for 20 hours per month of work.
For more information or to apply for this role, please contact Tania Aspey on <a href="mailto:tania.aspey76@gmail.com" target="_blank">tania.aspey76@gmail.com</a>

Bracknell Forest Council

Personal Assistant

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For further details, application form and job and person specification please contact us on 0300 777 8539 or email <a href="mailto:admin@promiseinclusion.org" target="_blank">admin@promiseinclusion.org</a>



This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Promise Inclusion
Playworker - Wokingham At Smile for Sibs club
Average2 hours per week - £7.55 - £8.60 per hour (16–18-year-olds)
We have a vacancy for a Playworker at our Wokingham Smiles for Sibs group, which runs on a Thursday (term-time only) between 4.30pm and 6.15pm at the Woodley Airfield Centre. The children at Sibs are aged 8-13 and come to club to get some me time as they have a sibling with a learning disability including those with profound and multiple learning disabilities The Playworkers will assist in providing activities at the club including playing games, arts &amp; crafts, cooking, outdoor activities, and occasional holiday day trips.
We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated people to join our team.&nbsp; Experience of working in similar positions is desirable, but training will be given for the successful applicant.&nbsp; Our office base is now in Wokingham.
References, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and a Right to Work check will be carried out on the successful candidates.

Playworker at Smile for Sibs Club

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Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



We have an exciting opportunity in our Family Placement Team, for a Supervising Social Worker, who will share our commitment to improving outcomes for those children in our care, to work part time supporting our local Foster Carers, Children and Young People.
<h3>About you…</h3>
You are a committed and compassionate social worker who understands that whilst social work can be challenging, it is also deeply rewarding. You value a supportive environment where your well-being, development, and professional growth are genuinely prioritised. You believe in reflective practice, thrive in collaborative settings, and are open to learning from peers and leaders alike.
You are looking for a workplace that not only supports your professional journey but also ensures you feel appreciated and empowered to make a real difference in children’s lives.
We provide children, young people and families with the right service at the right time.&nbsp; Put simply, we change lives for the better.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
Family Placement is a small, close-knit team within Children’s Social Care that is built on strong peer support and shared values. We know social work is not always easy, which is why we are committed to creating a supportive, resilient, and inclusive environment.
You will benefit from dedicated administrative support, comprehensive learning and development, led by our passionate Principal Social Worker and regular supervision, resilience groups, well-being events, and peer-to-peer collaboration.
We work closely with children’s social workers to provide consistent, high-quality support to vulnerable children. Our team members are given the time to build meaningful relationships with families, backed by approachable leadership, a culture of shared problem-solving, and expert guidance when needed.
We are focused on providing a safe, secure, and psychologically supportive base so our staff can thrive, both professionally and personally.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To supervise and support Foster Carers and young people appropriately. Completing statutory visits and annual reviews.</li>
<li>To support the recruitment and assessment process of Foster Carers to enable more of our vulnerable children to be placed in local placements, near to their family and friends.</li>
<li>To work with the children's social worker to achieve permanence for the children, whether this be through long term fostering or special guardianship.</li>
</ul>
The role will enable you to continually develop your skills and knowledge, as well as contribute to the ongoing improvement of the services and support we deliver.
<h3>Our benefits…</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 7th August 2025&nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Sam Howard, Team Manager, Phone number: 01344 351658
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Supervising Social Worker - Family Placement (part time, 30 hours per week)

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Are you a skilled theatre technician with a passion for lighting, sound and AV, and ready to lead a dynamic team across some of Reading’s most exciting performance venues? 
We’re looking for a Chief Electrician to join our Arts &amp; Venues team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong technical theatre experience and supervisory skills to help deliver outstanding performances, events and conferences at the Hexagon, Concert Hall, and South Street Arts Centre.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role:
As Chief Electrician, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all lighting, sound, and AV operations across our venues. Working closely with the Technical Manager, you’ll lead a team of technicians to ensure all events run smoothly, safely and to the highest technical standards. To find out more about the arts and theatre venues within Reading visit: <a href="https://whatsonreading.com" target="_blank">https://whatsonreading.com</a> Your main duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Managing the technical delivery of performances and events (lighting, sound, AV)</li>
<li>Liaising with visiting companies and clients to meet their technical needs</li>
<li>Supervising and rota’ing technical staff and casuals</li>
<li>Maintaining all technical equipment and ensuring safe working practices</li>
<li>Deputising for the Technical Manager when required</li>
</ul>
About you:
You’ll bring extensive experience in a busy technical theatre environment, including at least two years in a supervisory role. You’ll be confident in all aspects of lighting design and rigging (including intelligent fixtures), live sound mixing, and the set-up and operation of AV systems. A strong understanding of health and safety practices, including risk assessments and working at height, is essential. You’ll also have a good working knowledge of current electrical regulations as they apply to the theatre industry. 
In addition, you’ll be an effective team leader and communicator, capable of supervising staff, liaising with visiting companies, and ensuring smooth technical operations across multiple venues. You’ll be IT literate and able to use systems like MS Office, Artifax and Oracle. A full, clean driving licence is required, and you’ll need to be comfortable with working unsocial hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.

A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>A nursery in our Civic Offices (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
</ul>
 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Rick Bull (Technical Manager) - <a href="mailto:rick.bull@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">rick.bull@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd July 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Chief Electrician - Reading Arts

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We are looking for social workers who strive for excellence, you will have a passion for safeguarding and supporting lives that matter to residents. We are an innovative driven authority which delivers excellent safeguarding practice. The authority is well led by a committed experienced leadership team. We are looking for a motivated, talented and Social Worker in Adult Social Care with experience in Safeguarding.
Working as a Social Worker for Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and supporting service.&nbsp; We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, young adults and health care providers.
&nbsp; We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - Sponsorship not available.

About the Role: Safeguarding is pivotal in Adult Social Care and Reading Borough Council are committed to ensuring that people can live safely, free from abuse or harm.
This role is varied and fast paced but also provides the opportunity for personal development and growth.
It is essential that applicants have experience of working with safeguarding high standards of practice and can demonstrate understanding of the relevant legislation and how this is applied to keep people safe. Involving the person in any safeguarding activity is key and we would like to see evidence of how this has been achieved. As part of this role you will be screening safeguarding concerns as well undertaking section 42 enquiries. 
As a Social Worker you will be able to also demonstrate a robust understanding of risk and of the various kinds of harm and abuse which a person might be at risk of experiencing.
Working for Reading you will have the opportunity to develop your own Continued Professional Development either through formal training (such as Practice Educator, BIA or AMHP) and through vocational activities/informal training.
We offer a flexible working environment with a mixture of home working and access to an office based in the centre of Reading. 
You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures. 
You will need to have:
<ul>
<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work England</li>
<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014 and all other legislation related to safeguarding adults practice is required.</li>
</ul>
 We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. 
You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker. 
The social care teams consists of Social Workers, Social Care Coordinators and Occupational Therapists. &nbsp; We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support.
 This role offers Agile/Hybrid Working – you have the opportunity to work from home and the Civic Offices in Reading but also you will need to attend face to face visits within the Reading Borough. &nbsp; You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
 Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>
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If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Karen Glaister (Safeguarding Strategic Lead) or <a href="mailto:Karen.Glaister@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.Glaister@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; Closing date: Applications to be reviewed upon submission Interview date: To be confirmed 
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href="http://www.moretoreading.co.uk" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a>&nbsp;to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.

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