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Are you a strong and confident leader ready to drive service improvements and support a dynamic, multidisciplinary team? If so, we want to hear from you.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Services Manager to join our Adult Community Mental Health team on a permanent, full-time basis, for 37 hours per week.&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Social Worker who is registered with Social Work England.&nbsp; You will have a current AMHP qualification and significant experience in Community Mental Health teams (CMHTs).
You will lead the social care element of our Integrated Mental Health Service, ensuring high-quality delivery, innovation and budget efficiency.&nbsp; You will provide expert leadership to Social Workers, AMHPs&nbsp;and support staff while driving positive change in mental health social care.
You will be based within our Community Mental Health team in Bracknell.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Bracknell Adult Community Mental Health Team is a dedicated team providing vital support to adults experiencing significant mental illness, as well as their carers. We offer a range of interventions, including medication management and psychological therapies, all while coordinating comprehensive, person-centred care within the community. The team also fulfils statutory responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the Care Act 2014. We are committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults, actively identifying and responding to risks to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To collaborate with the CMHT Senior Management team and Clinical Leadership to provide guidance on the integration of social work and social care values, practices and statutory responsibilities in the delivery of integrated health and social care services for adults with mental health needs.</li>
<li>To supervise the Social Work Lead, AMHP Lead and social care staff, whilst establishing a workload management system to ensure caseloads and workloads align with seniority, experience and are regularly monitored based on local needs analysis.</li>
<li>To lead and support delivery of statutory functions (Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and s117 MHA) using strengths-based and recovery models.</li>
<li>To oversee social care budget and authorise payments in line with the Scheme of Delegation.</li>
<li>Take overall responsibility for team management including recruitment, supervision, appraisals and development of social care staff, apprentices, students and trainees, ensuring performance aligns with service priorities and individual growth needs.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</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>Hybrid 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>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>
The interview date is to be confirmed.
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?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Lurvin Munisami - Head of Service
Tel: 07771 380858
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition 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;

Bracknell Forest Council

Community Services Manager - CMHT

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We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Senior Building Surveyor to join our dynamic team, on a permanent, full-time basis.&nbsp;&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
A main part of your role will be focusing on the professional building surveying of the council's temporary accommodation stock. You will also oversee the day-to-day repairs, manage voids, ensure cyclical compliance and coordinate capital works and Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs).
The Senior Building Surveyor will also be responsible for ensuring projects are effectively procured and that they meet statutory and legislative requirements, delivering value for money and adhering to our internal governance policies and procedures.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Our dynamic Housing Management team provides an extensive and responsive property management service to homeless clients in temporary accommodation. As part of the Welfare and Housing service, our team collaborates closely to achieve the best outcomes and deliver a comprehensive service to those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. You will engage in varied and rewarding work every day, making a real difference in people’s lives.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>






You will lead the preparation of specifications and contract conditions for tendering works. This includes coordinating with our main term contractor and service contractor for repairs and specialist projects.&nbsp;
You will inspect and assess repair requests, such as damp and mould, providing technical advice on solutions. You will also conduct property inspections to determine when components need replacement and advise regarding inclusion of works within Planned Maintenance Programmes.
You will undertake inspections relating to health and safety issues, noting any deviation from regulatory or legislative requirements or construction standards.






The Senior Building Surveyor will manage and monitor contractors and consultants, addressing any issues independently when standards are not met.
A main part of the role will also be the provision of technical approval for Disabled Facility Grant applications and oversee the associated works, including progress and final inspections.
<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>Hybrid 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>
Candidates will be shortlisted upon receipt of their application and we reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been found. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Interviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.
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:&nbsp;
Name: Sarah Baynes
Job Title: Housing Resources Service Manager
Phone Number: 01344 351435
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for 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.
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;

Senior Building Surveyor

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Multi Trade Operative / Plumber
Are you a people person?
Can you learn fast, and adapt to deliver brilliant services?
Are you tenacious and passionate about your work?
If this sounds like you then we have a vacancy for a Multi trade Operative to join our small in-house maintenance team. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and enthusiastic team working on a range of interesting and unique challenges.
We are looking for someone with a range of technical skills (primarily plumbing), professionalism, experience of working in a similar environment and a “can-do” attitude.
At GHHA we love to see staff talking ownership of their work and creating amazing places for our tenants to live. We will support you to develop the right skills, and will provide training and a development plan for our staff that meets both professional and personal ambitions.
As a small company, it means that every employee gets involved in delivering our services.&nbsp; Whilst you will have your primary duties, you will soon find that no two days are the same, as you can be a genuine part of influencing how we do what we do alongside our tenants.
We offer in return a competitive salary, generous annual leave, pension, life assurance, personal accident cover, support and well-being services, and private medical cashback insurance.
There will be travel involved with this role.&nbsp;

Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative

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Technical Officer
Are you a people person?
Can you learn fast, and adapt to deliver brilliant services?
Are you tenacious and passionate about your work?
We are growing and have a need for a Technical Officer to join our Asset team.&nbsp; &nbsp;This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and enthusiastic team.
Reporting to the Director of Asset Management, you will be supported in developing your career and will be involved in a range of interesting and unique projects.
We are a small company and pride ourselves on our local personal offer to our tenants, our excellent engagement with our tenants, the can-do attitude and brilliant teamwork of our staff, and our aspirations to be the best small housing provider.&nbsp;
At GHHA we love to see staff talking ownership of their work and creating amazing places for our tenants to live. We will support you to develop the right skills, and will provide training and a development plan for our staff that meets both professional and personal ambitions.
As a small company, it means that every employee gets involved in delivering our services.&nbsp; Whilst you will have your primary duties, you will soon find that no two days are the same, as you can be a genuine part of influencing how we do what we do alongside our tenants.
We offer in return a competitive salary, generous annual leave, pension, life assurance, personal accident cover, support and well-being services, and private medical cashback insurance.
There will be some travel involved with this role.

Technical Officer

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Local Service Manager (LSM)
Are you a people’s person?
Can you learn fast, adapt, and create to deliver brilliant services?
Are you tenacious and passionate about your work?
Do you know how to manage a tenancy?
If this sounds like you, read on and click apply!
We are a small company and pride ourselves on our local personal offer to our tenants, our excellent engagement with our tenants, the can-do attitude and brilliant teamwork of our staff, and our aspirations to be the best small housing provider.&nbsp;
At GHHA we love to see staff talking ownership of their work and creating amazing places for our tenants to live. We will support you to develop the right skills, and as we enter 2025 we are looking at a revised training and development plan for our staff that meets both professional and personal ambitions.
As a small company, it means that every employee gets involved in delivering our services.&nbsp; Whilst you will have your primary duties, you will soon find that no two days are the same, as you can be a genuine part of influencing how we do what we do alongside our tenants. Over the next few years we are transforming what we do and how we do it we would love you to bring your skills and experience and ideas to GHHA so we can be the best we can be.
If you are a team player, ambitious, determined to make a difference to people’s lives, and share our values we want to hear from you!
We offer in return a competitive salary, generous annual leave, pension, life assurance, personal accident cover, support and well-being services, and private medical cashback insurance.
This position is full time and based at our Wensum Court Site in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire

Local Service Manager (LSM)

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About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential.&nbsp; We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock.&nbsp; All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”.&nbsp; It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.&nbsp; There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here - <a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council" target="_blank">https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council</a>
About The Role
We are looking for a motivated, creative and committed individual to join the team our Housing Advice Team. You should have a keen interest in helping families and individuals at risk of homelessness to find solutions and with a focus on remaining in their current home.&nbsp; You must have experience of having worked within a statutory homelessness prevention service.
The successful candidate will have detailed knowledge and experience of working with the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act (HRA) and a proven track record of preventing homelessness, providing detailed housing advice to residents with housing issues and be able to empathise with the with clients facing the homelessness and understand the Council’s legal duties to those clients.
In addition to the above, you must be able to demonstrate your experience of managing complex cases, providing support to more junior staff, working within a busy environment and work to tight deadlines.
Your ability to communicate clearly and effectively to a wide variety of people and to be able to communicate clear concise advice both in written and verbally is crucial.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is aims to developing and progressing our agenda to reduce assess, identify housing needs and look for solutions to prevent homelessness.
<ul>
<li>You will prevent homelessness by providing housing advice and assistance to people facing homelessness and carrying out homelessness prevention work.</li>
<li>You will provide customers with housing prevention advice supporting them to sustain their current accommodation or support them to secure alternative accommodation through the provision of personal housing plans.</li>
<li>You will be able to issue good quality notification letters such as 184 decisions in line with the council’s duty Housing Act 1997 and the HRA 2017 and in a timely manner.</li>
<li>You will work jointly with other services and partners to prevent homelessness and lead, attend and manage multi professional meetings when appropriate.</li>
<li>You will enable the delivery of a more efficient and effective homeless prevention and assessment service and assist in the development of policies and procedures.</li>
</ul>
About You
The Ideal Candidate
<ul>
<li>You will have knowledge of the legislative frameworks and statutory requirements relating to the Housing Solutions Service and knowledge of relevant legislation especially the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness code of Guidance.</li>
<li>You will have a good understanding of the Safeguarding in relation our vulnerable residents and the how to with external and internal partners to support them.</li>
<li>You will demonstrate an understanding of current issues affecting social housing and private housing provision, and of range of housing options and homelessness prevention approaches.</li>
<li>You will have experience of managing a varied caseload effectively ensuring that your cases are up to date.</li>
<li>You will have written and verbal communication skills, with ability to provide negotiation and the ability to work collaboratively with other services and partners.</li>
</ul>
If the points below resonate with you, we’d love you to put in an application: 
<ul>
<li>Are you passionate about customer services?</li>
<li>Are you an experienced homelessness professional?</li>
<li>Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department?</li>
</ul>
Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
Essential for the role 
Basic DBS check is required for the role.
When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact
The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Kojo.Awuku@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kojo.Awuku@hounslow.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; 
Interviews for this job will be held during July 2025.
Closing date – 3rd July 2025

London Borough of Hounslow

Housing Solutions and Independence Officer

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Do you have a passion for working outdoors, operating machinery, and making a difference in your local community? Join our dedicated Streetscene team at Reading Borough Council as a Tractor Driver and help maintain our parks and open spaces to the highest standards.

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: The role is full time (37 hours per week) and will require you to start at 7.00am and will be working Monday to Friday only. As a Tractor Driver, you'll play a key role in maintaining Reading’s parks and open spaces. You'll operate a variety of machinery including tractors with gang mowers and flails, as well as ride-on, pedestrian, and handheld tools. Your work will help ensure that our green spaces remain safe, clean, and enjoyable for residents and visitors alike. 
In addition to grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, sports pitch upkeep, and allotment work, you’ll also support general park care. Providing excellent customer service is also an important part of the role. You’ll be a visible and helpful presence in our parks, offering assistance and information to the public, resolving minor issues on-site, and helping to uphold safety and byelaw standards with professionalism and tact.
 What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>Experience in tractor driving and using powered/non-powered equipment</li>
<li>Competence with machinery including mowers, chainsaws, and power tools</li>
<li>Practical understanding of vehicle maintenance</li>
<li>Good communication skills and a team player attitude</li>
<li>Physically capable and willing to work in all weather conditions</li>
</ul>
 Essential Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>NPTC or Lantra Certificate in Tractor Driving and Related Operations</li>
<li>NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)</li>
<li>Full UK or EU Driving Licence</li>
</ul>
Ideally the successful candidates will have a proven track record of outside working in a demanding environment with an understanding of general vehicle maintenance.
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>Modern working environment at the 19 Bennet Road depot</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (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 Chris Camfield – Streetscene Services Manager - <a href="mailto:chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Interview Date: Wednesday 2nd 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

Tractor Driver

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To start as soon as possible 
At The Wren, we challenge ourselves to become better day by day; driving our school community forward so that we can offer our students an exceptional education. We share an ambitious and inspirational vision that; ‘Each child, regardless of background, will receive a world-class education and be nurtured, challenged and inspired to aim high.’ We believe that every young person must receive an exceptional education; one that nurtures a love of learning and empowers students to achieve their best, one that challenges, inspires and develops them as individuals and one that ensures all students have the tools to be fully equipped for their future. We are seeking to appoint an exceptional teacher to lead the provision in our Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) for students with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). Our new MLD ARP is opening in September 2025, to support the increasing needs for young people within our local community. 
The closing date is Wednesday 1st July 2025; interviews are being held on Friday 11th July 2025. Further information, including details of how to apply, is available on the vacancy page of our website <a href="http://www.wren.excalibur.org.uk" target="_blank">www.wren.excalibur.org.uk</a> 
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact the HR Lead, Lynn Smith, at the school on 0118 214 3888 or email <a href="mailto:lsmith@wren.excalibur.org.uk" target="_blank">lsmith@wren.excalibur.org.uk</a>. 
Do not delay in applying early as suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. 
The Wren is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Click here to read our Safeguarding Policy. Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks. The Wren is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We are committed to equality of opportunity, promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, students and the community we work with. The Wren values everyone’s contribution and ensures all have the opportunity to realise their potential in line with our #BetterNeverStops ethos. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that all students, regardless of background, deserve a world-class education.

Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) Lead Teacher - The Wren School

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At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment.
We have an exciting opportunity for two Teaching Assistants to join our team on a term term only basis for a 12 month fixed term contract.
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.
<h3>About you…</h3>
As a Teaching Assistant you will be passionate about helping children and young people thrive, especially those who may be vulnerable or facing challenges.
You will be motivated by the belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential.
As a Tecahing Assistant you are adaptable, proactive and ready to contribute in a hands-on role that spans teaching support, creative resource development, and admin support. You will also play an active role in our ESOL Conversation Club, helping learners grow in confidence and communication.
You are someone who wants to be part of a team that brings out the best in each other, because you know that when you're supported, you can do your best work too.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Virtual School Team promotes the educational achievement of looked after children, whether they are educated in Bracknell Forest or placed out of authority.
We are a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team committed to creating meaningful change for children and young people who present as vulnerable. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, we work in partnership to ensure no one is left behind.
We have high expectations, not just for the young people we support, but for ourselves. We don’t just do what needs to be done, we do what should be done. We go further, because it matters.
This is more than a job, it’s a chance to be part of something purposeful.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
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<li>Assisting Tutors in preparing the lesson materials and centre equipment.</li>
<li>Helping students manage stress and anxiety, in and outside the classroom, providing co regulation and reflective learning opportunities to enable them to fully participate in the learning.&nbsp;</li>
<li>To support Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children and young people to access sessions</li>
<li>Update Stellar Grove tracking documents, ensuring that detailed and accurate records are maintained in respect of the children and young people attending sessions.</li>
<li>To keep up to date with relevant legislation. i.e After school clubs, community activities and tuition safeguarding guidance for providers.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 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>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>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>
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*(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&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th July 2025 &nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. We reserve the right to amend this to on line via Teams.
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:&nbsp;
Lorraine Petersen, Virtual School Headteacher, Phone number: 01344 353408

Functional Skills Teaching Assistant (part time 15 hrs p/w. Term Time Only, FTC 12 months)

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Senior Welfare Assessments Advisor to join our proactive Welfare Assessments team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As Senior Welfare Assessments Advisor you will work effectively and collaboratively with teams within Income &amp; Assessments to ensure the service is responsive and meets the appropriate needs of its residents, customers, and other users of the Council’s services.
This role will support and supervise a team of front facing assessment advisors who deal with individuals with queries in relation to Benefits &amp; Council Tax, and responding to the needs of vulnerable residents, additionally where necessary make appropriate connections and referrals for additional services and support.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of our community!
Hybrid Working - Office based Mon/Weds/Fri
Benefits:
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:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service) (pro rata), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Dealing with resident and customer enquiries in relation to Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction and Council Tax via phone, email and face to face contact</li>
<li>Support the operation of the service and take ownership for processes and procedures using best practice from others where appropriate.</li>
<li>Lead on the concessionary fares &amp; Local Welfare Provision application processes.</li>
<li>Dealing with the more complex customer issues and support &amp; mentor Advisors to develop their skills and practice</li>
<li>Assisting with the effective monitoring and review mechanisms to ensure continuous improvement in delivery of services.</li>
<li>Support the administration of Housing Benefit &amp; Council Tax Reduction claims and re-assessments.</li>
<li>Make complex autonomous decisions with confidence and professionalism</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Verbal, written communication skills</li>
<li>Experience of working within a front facing Welfare Benefits Environment</li>
<li>Proficient ICT skills and use of Microsoft packages</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of Welfare Benefits</li>
<li>Ability to listen, extract and assess important information</li>
<li>Ability to make appropriate complex decisions with autonomy and confidence</li>
<li>Supervisory experience (desirable)</li>
</ul>
Our area:
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.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, 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.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today.
Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact <a href="mailto:andrea.thorne@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrea.thorne@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing: 20th July 2025, 11pm
Interviews: 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.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.
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.

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