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Monday to Friday, 8.40am to 3.15pm - Term time only, Permanent If you are inspired to create positive outcomes for children and have a lasting impact on their life then this is why Churchend Primary Academy is for you. At Churchend Academy, Tilehurst, that impact will be greater than you could have imagined and our fantastic young people are eager and ready to learn.
 Our vibrant school in the heart of our local community is a great please to learn, grow and further your professional skills. We provide fantastic educational provision for nursery and primary aged children to enable them to become the best possible versions of themselves. 
This is an exciting opportunity to join us and take on this highly desired role. 
• Training or experience in working with children in a school environment would be advantageous and recent classroom teaching assistant experience would offer a significant advantage. • NVQ2 or above would be an advantage, but not essential. • Grade C or above at GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths would be desirable. For a job description and application form please contact Miss Lizzie Smee, PA to the Headteacher <a href="mailto:l.smee@churchendacademy.com" target="_blank">l.smee@churchendacademy.com</a> or see the school website <a href="http://www.churchendacademy.com" target="_blank">www.churchendacademy.com</a>&nbsp;vacancies tab. 
Please note that applications must be made on the school support staff application form. Applications will be considered as received and interviews arranged accordingly. Come and join our supportive and friendly team! A warm welcome is waiting for you. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to undergo an enhanced DBS check and online background check.

Reading Borough Council

Teaching Assistant - Churchend Primary School

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We are looking to appoint Specialist Teaching Assistants to work in our new Resource Base. 
8.30am to 3.35pm with 30 mins for lunch, 5 days a week. This post is term-time only to start September 2025. 
Our school is a positive place for both children and adults - where enjoyment of learning underpins all we do. 
If you are someone who: • is keen to help children succeed with learning • is prepared to work 1:1 with pupils with Special Educational Needs • is able to use their own initiative with tasks when required • has a good level of competency with reading, writing and maths, as well as use a computer for a range of tasks • wants to extend their own skills • has a friendly open nature, who considers the needs of others within the team and is always willing to help • has some experience of working in a school environment …then we would very much like to hear from you! 
Our Resource Base caters for small classes of children with Autism/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will work closely with teachers and the Unit Lead whilst still being part of the Kennet Valley Team. 
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the office to make an appointment or request an application pack. Visit the school website - <a href="https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk" target="_blank">https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk</a>/ or email <a href="mailto:office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk</a>&nbsp;or call for more details: 0118 941 4410 
Applications considered on receipt. 
Kennet Valley Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 
We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with the guidance in KCSIE. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form.
Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches. We shall ensure fairness and equal opportunities throughout our workforce and in service delivery.

Specialist Teaching Assistants - Kennet Valley Primary School

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Permanent post – full time / part time considered 
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and outstanding class teacher to teach full time or part time from September 2025. 
The successful candidate will: • Be able to build a warm, respectful ethos with pupils, where every child’s efforts and achievements are valued, and take pride in these. • Be a good teacher who is reflective and always striving to improve and move forward. • Be enthusiastic, approachable and have an open and positive attitude. • Be both able and willing to share their own good practice and be open to developing this through implementing the advice of colleagues. 
We are offering you: • The opportunity to work in a ‘good’ school • An experienced, friendly and supportive staff team. • A positive and caring ethos with children at the heart of all we do. • Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning. 
Kennet Valley Primary School is an effective and inclusive school, with high expectations of all its children. We have a strong staff team, good relationships with parents and the local community, extremely supportive governors and positive links with our Local Authority. 
There are good facilities as well as extensive grounds that provide a wide range of outdoor learning opportunities. This is a great opportunity for a hard working individual, who is committed to the progress of every child. 
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the office to make an appointment or request an application pack. Visit the school website - <a href="https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk/</a> or email <a href="mailto:office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk</a>&nbsp;or call for more details: 0118 941 4410 
Applications considered on receipt 
Kennet Valley Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 
We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with the guidance in KCSIE. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form.
Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches. We shall ensure fairness and equal opportunities throughout our workforce and in service delivery.

Class Teacher (KS1 or KS2) - Kennet Valley Primary School

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Director of Family Help and Safeguarding
Lead Transformational and Improvement Change for Children’s Services
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on children’s services? Do you have the leadership, vision, and determination to drive sustainable improvement at pace? We are seeking an exceptional Director of Family Help and Safeguarding to lead integrated and responsive services that deliver the best possible outcomes for children and families in Reading.
About Us
Brighter Futures for Children has provided children’s services in Reading since 2018 as an independent, not-for-profit company. In the autumn of 2025, these services will transition back to the Council, this move strengthens our commitment to delivering high-quality, inclusive, and child-centred services that support children and families at every stage.
We are focused on early prevention and timely interventions, ensuring children receive the right support at the right time. Our relationship-based and trauma-informed practice model underpins our approach, promoting stability, safeguarding, and strong outcomes for families.
And we are proud of our achievements—including positive inspection results for our children’s homes, fostering services, and support for children in care and care leavers. At the same time, we recognize the need to accelerate improvements for children who require protection and for those at risk of offending. That’s why we are focused on driving change with rigor and pace to deliver high-quality, inclusive, and child-centred services.
The Role
As our Director of Family Help and Safeguarding, you will:
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<li>Lead high-quality services, including early help, safeguarding, youth justice, and children in care &amp; leaving care.</li>
<li>Ensure services meet statutory requirements and align with national strategic priorities.</li>
<li>Drive sustained improvements in practice, responding effectively to inspection findings.</li>
<li>Develop a learning culture, where staff are empowered to innovate and refine practice models.</li>
<li>Promote performance management, ensuring teams use meaningful data to evaluate impact.</li>
<li>Provide strategic leadership, influencing policy direction, service planning, and resource allocation.</li>
<li>Develop strong partnerships across education, health, police, and community organisations to deliver collaborative solutions.</li>
<li>Lead our response to Government reforms and local implementation of the Families First programme.</li>
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Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of children's services in Reading. We are committed to investing in our workforce, fostering a culture of inclusivity, learning, and high practice standards. You will be at the heart of transformation, working alongside a dynamic leadership team that is passionate about delivering meaningful change.
If you are inspired by our vision and excited by the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:ben.morgan@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">ben.morgan@reading.gov.uk</a>
To apply, please email your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to <a href="mailto:resourcing@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@reading.gov.uk</a>
Join us in shaping a brighter future for Reading’s children and families.
Recruitment Timetable
Advert close: 30/06/25
Assessment Centre (in person at Reading):&nbsp; 18/07/25
Final Panel (in person at Reading): 25/07/25

Director of Family Help and Safeguarding

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Brighter Futures for Children
Sure Start Whitley Nursery
X2 Early years Team Leaders
About us Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.
We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health, and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help &amp; prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Justice Service, and traded services with schools.
Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy, and successful lives.
About the team Sure Start Whitley Nursery is a busy, popular and well-established nursery providing high quality, affordable and free childcare to local families in the South of Reading.
The nursery is set out over three bright rooms which connect to a private garden space. Our local community is diverse with children attending our setting from a range of different backgrounds and with many different languages represented. Our educators are completely focused on ensuring that all children achieve and have an equal chance of success in an environment which is inclusive, inspiring, and nurturing.
We are very excited to be expanding our nursery in September 2025, opening an additional two rooms. We are looking for two early years team leaders to join us on this exciting journey, joining the nursery senior leadership team and shaping the way for excellence.
The children are very important and so is our team. We work closely with our educators to ensure that they continue to learn, develop, and share good practices.
Skills and experience • Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare. • Experience of working with children aged 0-5 years in an early years’ setting. • Excellent understanding of child development. • Excellent communication skills. • Post qualified experience.
Desirable • Experience managing a team.
Offer You will be part of a supportive, hardworking, and passionate team. We offer a supportive framework to develop your career. You’ll work in a friendly and collaborative environment where we are committed to delivering positive outcomes.
 We offer a competitive salary, and you will be paid above the average market rates for this area. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: • Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution • Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service) • Discounted Child Care (on site nursery) • Cycle to work scheme. • Season train ticket loans • Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme • A range of local shopping discounts • Remote/Agile working
Inclusion and Diversity We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.
 We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.
Asking for Adjustments Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.
 If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let us know.
Closing date: Wednesday 25 June 2025 Interview date: Monday 7 July 2025
We look forward to hearing from you!

Brighter Futures for Children

Early Years Team Leader

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<h4>This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Promise Inclusion Charity.</h4>
Promise Inclusion is a local charity working with people with a learning disability and those with an autism spectrum condition, their carers and families.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We have a vacancy for a Co-ordinator at our Bracknell Smiles for Sibs group, which runs on Thursdays (term-time only) between 4.30pm and 6.15pm at Braybrooke Community Hall. The children at Sibs are aged 8-13 and have a sibling with a learning disability including those with profound and multiple learning disabilities. The Co-ordinator will supervise, plan and lead the club providing activities at the club including playing games, arts &amp; crafts, cooking, outdoor activities and occasional school holiday day trips, plus training, administration, meetings, and special activities as required.
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. Our office base is now in Wokingham.
Closing Date: 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.
References, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and a Right to Work check will be carried out on the successful candidates.

Bracknell Forest Council

Smiles for Sibs Co-ordinator - Promise Inclusion

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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamThe London Borough of Sutton Children’s Services offers a supportive and inclusive environment for its Qualified Social Work staff. Specialist support on challenging cases, regular structured supervision, and an environment that encourages all those to take part and ensure their voices are heard.&nbsp;Our Locality Teams offer a social work service to children and young people in the Borough who are living at home on plans under Section 17 or Section 47 of the Children Act 1989. &nbsp;This is achieved by working in partnership with relevant agencies, children and young people and their families. We provide a supported working environment that ensures manageable caseloads, regular supervision, &nbsp;daily management support and an abundance of learning and development opportunities for our Social Workers to grow and flourish. &nbsp;In addition we have a creative and flexible approach to the working week which allows for both home and office working which promotes a work/life balance.Working with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP). The partnership offers staff a wide range of pre and post-qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development. This includes staff being encouraged to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE). Staff are also given the opportunity to attend conferences, and workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.Sutton Council also has a number of staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network and Women’s +A Network to ensure staff have a voice to drive positive change in the organisation.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Children Social Care as a Social Worker on a starting salary of £40,833 and enjoy a Golden Hello and a Retention Bonus outlined as follows:<ul>
<li>£1,000 paid with your first month's salary</li>
<li>£1,000 for your first completed year of service</li>
<li>£2,000 for your second completed year of service</li>
<li>£3,000 for your third completed year of service and each year thereafter</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England Registration</li>
<li>Flexible working model that allows social workers to manage their diary to meet the needs of the service.</li>
</ul>We've got an exciting opportunity for confident and experienced Social Workers to join our Locality Team in Children’ Social Care. Our objective is to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people.&nbsp;Your responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>To support children and young people through robust assessment, SMART planning and effective intervention to achieve positive outcomes within their families and communities.</li>
<li>Working within a restorative practice approach to form partnerships with families and multi-agency colleagues in intervening to address both the presenting concerns and underlying difficulties.</li>
<li>Leading and coordinating multi-agency partnerships, plans, interventions, and meetings to ensure children and young people are safe and their holistic needs are being met.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Reporting to the Team Manager, you will work within the frameworks of Section 17 and Section 47 - undertaking assessments, planning, and interventions with children and their families. Your role will consist of completing direct work with children to keep them safe, ensuring their voice, wishes and views are central to the planning and delivery of the care we provide. Compliance is key to our statutory requirements. As a Social Worker, you will deliver all aspects of work in accordance with safeguarding policy, procedure, and standards, ensuring that the children are at the heart of your decision making.Your role will consist of completing direct work with children to keep them safe, ensuring their voice, wishes and views are central to the planning and delivery of the care we provide. Compliance is key to our statutory requirements. As a Social Worker, you will deliver all aspects of work in accordance with safeguarding policy, procedure, and standards, ensuring that the children are at the heart of your decision making.Are you ready to progress your career? We are committed to supporting your development as you embark on your journey with Suttons Children Social Care service. Apply today and become part of our pursuit of excellenceOur ideal candidateThe successful candidates will be enthusiastic and motivated individuals with a caring and calm approach who have a thorough understanding of the frameworks that underpin social work practice. You will bring insight and experience to the team and the lives of children and show initiative which will help develop our services to an outstanding standard. You must also enjoy working in a high pace team, being able to deliver consistency, energy, and passion to make a difference in children's and young people's lives. You will demonstrate empathy when dealing with sensitive situations and strong interpersonal skills using different ways of communicating. Showcasing the ability to assess and record a child's needs, applied through evidence based practice to justify decision making.&nbsp; In addition, We would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate the following competences (not limited to):<ul>
<li>you are a Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work degree&nbsp;or recognised qualification and registered with the relevant regulatory body&nbsp;Social Work England</li>
<li>2 years post qualifying practice experience, ideally within a UK regulated authority</li>
<li>hold the relevant skills, knowledge and aptitude to ensure that all vulnerable people are safeguarded from abuse and that all statutory functions, local policy, procedures are adhered to in a timely manner and documented accordingly</li>
</ul>Our culture of strong, accessible and supportive management will provide you with good regular supervision and the opportunity to take part in case discussions.If you have experience in Children's services, are competent in assessment and direct work, and are looking for the next challenging step in your career with a supportive management team, then apply today!Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Car parking scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.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 submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.#LI-SR

London Borough of Sutton

Children's Social Worker

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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamSutton's CYPDS consists of two social work teams, and a team of specialist support workers and provides a specialist service to children and young people with disabilities and their families.&nbsp; We are passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children and young people with disabilities, and promoting robust preparation for adulthood.&nbsp; We pride ourselves on engaging fully with children and young people, and ensuring that direct work is undertaken so their voices are heard.&nbsp; Our service has a strong learning culture, and there are many training opportunities.&nbsp; Our culture of strong, accessible and supportive management will provide you with good regular supervision and the opportunity to participate in restorative group supervisions.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the RoleSocial Workers on selected pay grades are eligible for our Welcome and Retention Bonus:<ul>
<li>£1000 paid in your first month salary and £1000 paid at the end of your 1st completed year in service.</li>
<li>£2000 paid after your 2nd completed year in service.</li>
<li>£3000 paid in your 3rd completed year in service and every completed year thereafter.</li>
<li>Reimbursement of the Social Work England Registration.</li>
</ul>With a total package up to&nbsp;£56,083&nbsp;including bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in social care.Social Workers within this service area are able to work flexibly between home and work to meet the needs of the service whilst recognising the benefits that a hybrid model of working can bring.As a Social Worker within the Children and Young People's Disability Service (CYPDS) you will be responsible for a caseload of children on child-in-need plans, child protection plans, and some who may be looked after and subject to PLO or care proceedings.&nbsp; Your role will include the undertaking of all tasks associated with children under statutory frameworks.&nbsp; You will work closely with colleagues in Health and Education Services, and lead on creating short breaks support packages.&nbsp; You will also have the opportunity to develop skills in supporting young people in their preparation for adulthood, their transition to adult services, and parent carer needs assessments.For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Service Manager, Joanne Mitchell (<a href="mailto:Joanne.mitchell@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joanne.mitchell@sutton.gov.uk</a>) or <a href="mailto:recruitment@kingston.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@kingston.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We welcome applications from Social Workers with significant experience in supporting children with disabilities, as well as social workers with experience of other statutory frontline children's services.&nbsp; You will have strong assessment, analytical and risk management skills combined with excellent communication skills.&nbsp; You will also be able to plan care packages and monitor and review their effectiveness.In addition, we would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate the following competences (not limited to):<ul>
<li>You are a Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work degree or recognised qualification and registered with the relevant regulatory body Social Work England</li>
<li>Have completed the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)</li>
<li>Hold the relevant skills, knowledge and aptitude to ensure that all vulnerable people are safeguarded from abuse and that all statutory functions, local policy, procedures are adhered to in a timely manner and documented accordingly.</li>
<li>Compassionate and empathetic approach to work effectively with individuals and families affected by a learning disability</li>
<li>Ability to demonstrate understanding, patience, and sensitivity when interacting with service users.</li>
</ul>If you have experience in supporting children with disabilities to live an independent life, are competent in assessment and direct work, and are looking for the next challenging step in your career with a supportive management team, we encourage you to apply today!Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>
<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li>
<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Car parking scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.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 submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.#LI-SR1

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Data Protection Coordinator Location of work: Town Hall, Reigate/Hybrid working&nbsp; Salary: &nbsp;£30,009 - £31,347 pro rata Basis: Permanent, Part time – 24 hours per week
About the Role
As a Data Protection Coordinator for Reigate &amp; Banstead Borough Council you will play a crucial role in supporting the Data Protection Officer (DPO) in ensuring compliance with data protection regulations, particularly GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and the Data Protection Act 2018. You will be responsible for assisting in the implementation and maintenance of data protection policies, managing data subject requests, conducting assessments, and supporting various compliance-related activities.&nbsp;
This role will work closely with the other Data Protection Coordinator as part of a job share. This role will be expected to work independently and have the confidence to use initiative and knowledge to carry out essential tasks. This ideal candidate will have knowledge of Freedom of Information Requests (FOIs) to be able to support as required and have a particular are of strength when processing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), as this role will be responsible for conducting of DPIAs for new projects, systems.&nbsp;
 About the Person&nbsp; - Good understanding of data protection laws and regulations, particularly GDPR, and their practical implications for organisations. - Proven experience in data protection compliance, preferably in a public sector or regulatory environment. - Proven knowledge of data protection legislation and General Data Protection Regulation., along with FOI and EIR (Environmental Information Regulation). - Have an appreciation of data protection issues and a proactive work ethic to ensure knowledge is always up-to-date, and work with discretion in the handling of sensitive personal data ensuring that information is handled appropriately. - Have an ability to prioritise effectively and organise own workload and using own initiative where appropriate. - Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively to meet deadlines. - Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.
Staff Benefits In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.&nbsp;
We provide you with competitive annual leave and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information For an informal discussion about the role, please contact our Data Protection Coordinator @ <a href="mailto:Data.protection@reigate-banstead.gov.uk" target="_blank">Data.protection@reigate-banstead.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: 30 June 2025&nbsp; Interview date: w/c 7 July 2025* *Dates may be subject to change&nbsp;
Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.

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Required for September 2025 – Permanent – Full time 1.0 FTE
We are a small Catholic primary school, based in Caversham Park Village, Reading. We offer a rich and varied curriculum, and we are looking for a skilled and confident teacher to join our team and to help our children to thrive.
Our children are well-behaved and enthusiastic about learning and their parents are supportive and helpful. We have a very active Parent Staff Association which regularly organises community and fundraising events to support the school. St. Martin’s is a busy, happy place with lots going on!
We are looking for someone who: • Is an enthusiastic and excellent teacher with high expectations and a proven track record of raising attainment • Understands how children learn best • Knows what high standards look like and how to achieve them • Has a good sense of humour and a flexible approach. • Values and supports our school’s warm and caring Catholic ethos – no matter what your own faith background is
We can offer you: • small class sizes meaning that you can concentrate on the children as individuals • excellent behaviour so that you can focus on teaching and learning. • Well planned CPD opportunities to help you to develop and thrive in your role. • A friendly and supportive SLT and staff team.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school office.

To request an application form please contact the School Office on 0118 937 5544 or by email to <a href="mailto:admin@stmartins.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@stmartins.reading.sch.uk</a>.
Application packs are also available from our school website <a href="http://www.stmartinscaversham.co.uk" target="_blank">www.stmartinscaversham.co.uk</a> To apply, please complete the application form and return to <a href="mailto:admin@stmartins.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@stmartins.reading.sch.uk</a> Applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews may be offered prior to the closing date.
Closing date Monday 16th June 2025
St Martin’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level. Equal opportunities for all.

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