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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



We are currently seeking volunteers to serve as Independent Remuneration Panel members within the Democratic and Registration Services Department.
This is a voluntary position with specific requirements in accordance with the constitution of Bracknell Forest Council.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As an Independent Remuneration Panel member, you will make recommendations to Bracknell Forest Council relating to allowances. The aim of your role as a volunteer is to ensure that public funds are utilised efficiently, whilst ensuring Councillors are fairly reimbursed for their responsibilities.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Independent Remuneration Panel consists of five members who review the allowance schemes at Bracknell Forest Council. The chair will lead the panel through each review. Bracknell Forest Council will provide administrative support to research and collate information required to support the work.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
Each review you will be expected to:
<ul>
<li>Consider and make recommendations on allowances within Bracknell Forest Council.</li>
<li>Attend two one-day meetings per review.</li>
<li>Read and understand the information on how the authority operates and the roles and responsibilities of councillors as provided by the authority.</li>
<li>Read papers and reports, giving careful consideration to evidence and information provided at meetings by officers and ask questions on this evidence.</li>
<li>Attend virtual interview sessions which will be organised based on the availability of panel members and interviewees. The report of the Independent Remuneration Panel’s recommendations will be prepared by the chair.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interview date - to be confirmed.
Informalinterviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.
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Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.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>
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jamie Beardsmore, Democratic Services Officer
Email: <a href="mailto:Jamie.beardsmore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jamie.beardsmore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Tel.: 01344 352500
To be an Independent Remuneration Panel member you cannot be currently employed by Bracknell Forest Council.
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive.&nbsp;
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. 
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Independent Remuneration Panel Member (Volunteer)

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Are you passionate about ensuring the safety of residents and making a real difference in your community? We are seeking a dedicated Building Safety Manager to take a pivotal role in maintaining the highest safety standards across our housing portfolio.
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 the Building Safety Manager, you will be the key point of contact for all matters related to building safety within our residential properties. Working as part of our dynamic Property Services Compliance Team, you will oversee vital safety inspections and document audits across a diverse range of properties, including:
<ul>
<li>5803 tenanted Council-owned homes</li>
<li>3 high-rise tower blocks</li>
<li>15 medium-rise blocks of flats</li>
<li>388 low-rise blocks of flats</li>
</ul>
Collaboration is key in this role. You'll work closely with our Fire Safety Manager, Health and Safety Manager, Compliance Technical Officers, Asbestos Officer, FRA Carpenters, and Compliance Officer to ensure the Council meets its statutory compliance obligations.
In this role, you will lead on all technical aspects of the Building Safety Act 2022 and Social Housing (Regulations) Act 2023 consumer standards regarding health and safety disciplines.
Your responsibilities will include reviewing assessment actions received by the department and developing a robust programme of assurance.
Working in partnership with the Compliance Team, you will ensure that work orders are efficiently raised to external contractors to complete remedial works and uphold compliance obligations across key areas such as:
<ul>
<li>Water Risk Assessments</li>
<li>Lift Inspections and Maintenance</li>
<li>Electrical Safety</li>
<li>Gas Safety</li>
<li>Mansafe Systems</li>
<li>Lightning Conductors</li>
</ul>
Key Accountabilities are:
<ul>
<li>Support the Compliance Team Manager.</li>
<li>Review and amend the Policy for Building Safety and Compliance Assessments.</li>
<li>Review, development and maintain the systems for Building Safety Management.</li>
<li>Review the completion of the Building Assessment programme. Including the validation of the statutory assessments and competency of appointment of Specialist contractors for the completion of Building Safety remedial works.</li>
<li>Create reports on progress to be compliant in relation to Building Safety works</li>
<li>Plan and support Building Safety Information for residents within our High Rise Buildings.</li>
<li>Point of contact for the Royal Berkshire Fire Rescue Service Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service.</li>
<li>Review of Building Safety Measures following a report of a Fire in a Housing building.</li>
<li>Escalation of non-conformities to service colleagues</li>
<li>Act as subject matter expert (Building Safety) to, Project Managers and building surveyors to ensure effective delivery of the programme.</li>
<li>Engage with key stakeholders and ensure effective communication and involvement with project activity.</li>
<li>Track all related project activity including monitoring against Building Safety targets against Industry specifications and British Standards.</li>
<li>Taking action to address risks including escalating risks and taking action to eliminate reduce or delay risk.</li>
<li>Escalate risks and issues which may impact any aspects of performance or the Council’s reputation.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
 About you
The ideal candidate will need to be front facing so will have to be able to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and able to demonstrate change management experience.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations, and Fire Safety standards. They will have proven experience managing budgets, allocating resources effectively, and overseeing the maintenance and safety of high-rise buildings. A sound understanding of risk management, coupled with project management experience, is essential. Additionally, proficiency in standard office software, such as word processing and spreadsheet tools, is required, along with the ability to problem-solve and prioritise tasks in high-pressure environments. Experience in tendering works is also necessary. 
A comprehensive understanding of building structures, systems, and maintenance is vital to this role. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical knowledge in risk management, supported by effective leadership, communication, and planning skills. They will show a clear commitment to ethical conduct, professionalism, and adherence to high standards. The ability to prepare detailed reports and coordinate complex operational activities is essential. 
The role also demands high-level competencies in negotiation, change management, and strategic thinking. Analytical skills and sound decision-making capabilities are critical to ensuring effective outcomes in a dynamic working environment. A flexible and proactive approach to challenges will be a key asset, enabling the candidate to adapt and respond effectively to evolving demands. 
In terms of qualifications, candidates must hold a minimum of an HNC in a relevant field, supported by a professional qualification such as IFE, IOSH, or equivalent in Building Surveying. A full UK driving license is also a requirement for this position, given the need to travel between sites as part of the role.
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 - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity
&nbsp;
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>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 email: Charles Hahn, Compliance Team Manager - <a href="mailto:charles.hahn@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">charles.hahn@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
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.

Reading Borough Council

Building Safety Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.



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 thriven 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.
About The Role
<ol>
<li>We are looking for a professional Business Support Officer an enthusiastic and flexible individual who is ready for the challenge of supporting the delivery of Housing services.</li>
<li>Provide proactive administrative support to ensure records are accurate and kept up to date, arrange multi-agency events and meetings, and co-ordinate work with others across the service to ensure actions are joined up and duplication of effort is avoided.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with your colleagues and partner agencies to help to ensure that tenants get the very best service and opportunities to live independently and safely in their homes.</li>
<li>Work effectively in a changeable environment to achieve targets and service objectives with competing priorities, while assisting to continuously improving our service offer to tenants to meet changing needs and integrate digital solutions.</li>
<li>To work with other officers in the Regeneration, Housing and Environmental Services and where appropriate other Departments to ensure services are integrated at the point of delivery and to identify new opportunities for business efficiencies.</li>
<li>Support organisational change and adhere to the Council’s Staff and Customer Charters.</li>
<li>Undertake other duties commensurate with the purpose of the post.</li>
<li>You are supported by your manager but are proactive in reviewing and evaluating your own performance and acting on your own initiative to improve and develop.</li>
<li>The key to your success will be strong administration and IT skills, excellent communication, interpersonal and organisation skills and the ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information.</li>
<li>You are motivational and work well with a wide range of professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes can be achieved.</li>
</ol>
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
<ol>
<li>You will support the Housing Management team through providing a high level of efficient and effective business administration and financial support.</li>
<li>The team aims to be preventative in approach, solutions focused and able to transcend organisational structures and traditional models of providing services to deliver the best possible outcomes for tenants.</li>
<li>We provide a proactive service to residents. We look to solve most issues before they escalate, we opt to take a preventative approach.</li>
</ol>
About You
Key Responsibilities
<ol>
<li>Providing an effective and efficient administrative support service to a Housing Management team.</li>
<li>To prepare and collate reports for meetings / senior managers as required.</li>
<li>Preparing mail merge documents and liaising with the print and post service to complete mailings to residents.</li>
<li>To use Agresso to set up purchase orders and process invoices accurately and efficiently in accordance with council procedures.</li>
<li>To ensure that financial standing orders are followed when obtaining quotes or purchasing items.</li>
<li>Manage The Garden Maintenance Scheme applications, Housing moves / Seaside and country homes applications and Orbis requisitions and invoices.</li>
<li>Responsible to distribute the incoming post across the teams</li>
<li>Manage the utility bills and distribute accordingly across the team’s ensuring payments are made on time</li>
<li>Manage the online request for fobs and distribution</li>
<li>Any other broadly analogous duties, which may be allocated from time to time.</li>
<li>To attend training as required</li>
</ol>
Your Skills
<ol>
<li>Demonstrable administration skills.</li>
<li>Good customer service skills. Need to be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a range of stakeholders.</li>
<li>IT literate.</li>
</ol>
4.Highly organised.
Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile on our website.
Qualifications:
<ol>
<li>You must have a background in administration.</li>
<li>Excellent working on all Microsoft Applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint.</li>
</ol>
Essential for the role:
Basic DBS
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:Courtney.Smith@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Courtney.Smith@hounslow.gov.uk</a>
Telephone: 0208 583 5529
Closing date is 1st July 2025.
Interviews for this job will be held during week commencing 7th July 2025.

London Borough of Hounslow

Business Support Officer

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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



This is an exciting time to join Waverley Borough Council as we support transformational change working in collaboration with Guildford Borough Council.
Are you looking for the opportunity to take on a new challenge?
Do you want to be involved in developing a new team dedicated to corporate health and safety?
Are you and experienced health and safety manager with a proven track record of delivering improvements?
As a qualified health and safety specialist with strong people skills, you will take a lead role in implementing, developing and monitoring health and safety issues across&nbsp; both Guildford and Waverley Borough Council’s.&nbsp; You will develop a positive health and safety culture and ensure both organisations meet statutory and legislative requirements. &nbsp;&nbsp;
In this role you will act as lead advisor at all organisational levels to ensure that the health, safety and welfare of our employees, contractors, visitors and service users is protected.&nbsp;
This is a new role, which provides the perfect opportunity to work with our existing managers to build a golden thread of good health and safety practice throughout our organisation.
This post is a full-time role for 37 hours a week, split between offices in Guildford and Godalming.&nbsp;
How to apply -
Please ensure you submit a supporting statement setting out how you meet the essential criteria on the job description when you submit your CV.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Suzanne Robinson on 01483 523034
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on the14th July 2025
Interview date: 30th July 2025 at The Burys in Godalming
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

Joint Corporate Health and Safety Manager

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30 Hours per week, Term time only, plus Inset days, Permanent -&nbsp;Required to start as soon as possible

Learning mentors at The Wren help students develop coping strategies, enhance their motivation, raise their aspirations and encourage them to engage as happy and confident learners.
Working alongside other colleagues in school, learning mentors advocate for young people in order to improve their outcomes.
With a flexible approach and sense of humour, they look for opportunities to demonstrate to young people that they belong, that they matter and that they can trust the adults around them to support them to be their very best.
The successful candidate will be forward thinking, able to work independently as well as part of a team and be willing to invest time in building relationships with our students. You do not need a specific qualification to apply for this role and we value experience gained from both employment in education and other careers.
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>
 The closing date is Sunday 29th June 2025; Interviews are being held on Thursday 10th July 2025. 
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>.
 Please submit your application early as suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date.
&nbsp; The Wren is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp; 
 We are committed to equality of opportunity, promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, students and the community we work with. The Wren School values everyone’s contribution and ensures all have the opportunity to realise their potential in line with our #BetterNeverStops ethos.&nbsp;
 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.

Learning Mentor (Teaching Assistant) - The Wren School

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Do you want to work in a rewarding role where every day brings new challenges and fulfilment? Join our dedicated Care team providing high-quality respite care to individuals and their families as a Support Worker in Whitley in Reading. You will have experience in working in care or support setting, treating our clients with dignity and respect whilst meeting their individual care needs, including support with personal care.&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.
 About us and the role: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - Sponsorship not available. 
We are a Respite Care Team registered with the CQC whose aims are to provide high quality support to adults with complex learning disabilities, regardless of gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. The Respite Care Team provides clients with opportunities to develop independence, build positive relationships and be empowered to make informed choices, within a person-centred approach.&nbsp; Respite Care offers brief respites to caregivers from their full-time caregiving responsibilities.&nbsp; No day may the same due to the rotation of service users requiring our service.&nbsp; Furthermore, the ideal candidate should possess the capacity to evaluate risks and devise strategies to mitigate and handle them effectively.
The working pattern will include working shift patterns including weekends and sleep-ins. A typical early shift may start at 7.00am during the week and 7.30am on Weekends and a late shift may start at 2.00pm with a 9.00pm finish or a 9.30pm finish if you are doing a sleep-in. You will be required to work two weekends in three.
You will be able to demonstrate:
<ul>
<li>Good general education, to include good literacy skills</li>
<li>NVQ3/QCF Level 3 Diploma in Care and Promoting Independence or commitment to achieving this</li>
<li>A commitment to delivering Person Centred Support to a range of individuals</li>
<li>Able to relate to service users and meet their needs, with a sense of understanding, patience, respect and dignity</li>
<li>Ability to accurately maintain and review individual client files</li>
<li>Ability to undertake manual handling tasks</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as on own initiative (there may be occasions where lone working may be applicable)</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally</li>
<li>Ability to be self-motivating</li>
<li>Basic Microsoft IT skills, ability to read/check emails etc.</li>
</ul>

Progression through the full salary range is dependent on attaining the relevant QCF qualification.&nbsp; You will also demonstrate a commitment to anti oppressive practice along with a flexible attitude to travelling around and working in the local area.

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 are 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>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>

For an informal discussion about the Support Worker post, please contact Rachel Jerrard (Team Manager) on 07834 964 762 – <a href="mailto:rachel.jerrard@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.jerrard@reading.gov.uk</a>, Karen Rumbol (Senior Support Worker) on 07973 793 837 – <a href="mailto:karen.rumbol@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.rumbol@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interviews: 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="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> 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.

Support Worker - Respite Care Team

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We are looking for a motivated and skilled Gardener/Groundsperson to join our team and help maintain and enhance our outdoor spaces to a high standard. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working outdoors in all weathers.&nbsp; Maintaining our Parks and Open Spaces are some of our core service deliveries.&nbsp; We are currently looking to recruit into our service as part of our Streetscene Team. 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: This role is a full time (37 hours per week) and will require you to start at 7.00am and will be working Monday to Friday only.

Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Maintenance to a high standard of a wide variety of ornamental planting features such as annual bedding and perennial displays, ornamental lawns, shrub beds and minor tree works.</li>
<li>Use and maintenance of a variety of ride-on &amp; pedestrian mowers, handheld machinery (Strimmers, Hedge cutters &amp; basic chainsaw).</li>
<li>General litter clearance, cleaning and maintenance of parks and gardens, including hard landscape, furniture and buildings.</li>
<li>Ensure that all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety guidelines.</li>
<li>Identify and report any issues or hazards across the grounds</li>
</ul>
About you:
The following experience is required for this role:
<ul>
<li>You will need to hold a minimum driving licence including C1 + E &amp; CPC would be beneficial.</li>
<li>Experience of outdoor manual working.</li>
<li>Experience of using a range of powered machinery.</li>
<li>Able to identify and maintain common ornamental planting including shrubs, trees and annual bedding plants.</li>
<li>Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.</li>
</ul>
 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:
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<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>Full uniform and PPE</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; 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>
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For more information on this position please contact Chris Camfield – Streetscene Manager on 0118 937 3040 or email <a href="mailto:Chris.Camfield@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Chris.Camfield@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Interview format:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Question &amp; answer panel interview
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Plant identification Test
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Formal route planning, vehicle defect and Hand Held Machinery tests
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Interview process will last for approximately 1.5hrs
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.

Gardener/Groundsperson

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About the role:
Are you an experienced and highly organised administrator with a passion for supporting educational leadership? Leaways School, part of the Kedleston Group, is looking for a dedicated Headteacher’s Office Manager to provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team.
Please note that this is a Fixed Term Contract, end date: 31/08/2026.
What you’ll be doing:
<ul>
<li>Act as the first point of contact for the Headteacher’s office with professionalism and warmth</li>
<li>Manage the Headteacher’s diary, appointments, and correspondence</li>
<li>Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on actions</li>
<li>Handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion</li>
<li>Liaise with staff, parents, governors, and external stakeholders</li>
<li>Organise school events, visits, and key calendar activities</li>
<li>Maintain accurate digital and paper-based records</li>
<li>Support the wider admin team and foster a collaborative office environment</li>
</ul>
<h3>Safeguarding &amp; Wellbeing</h3>
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<li>Promote the safety, health, and welfare of staff and students</li>
<li>Participate in safeguarding training and uphold child protection policies</li>
<li>Act as a positive role model at all times</li>
</ul>
<h3>Training &amp; Development</h3>
<ul>
<li>Engage in induction, supervision, and ongoing training</li>
<li>Stay up to date with school policies and procedures</li>
<li>Undertake any training or duties as directed by the Headteacher</li>
</ul>
<h3>&nbsp;What We’re Looking For:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Proven experience in a senior administrative or PA role</li>
<li>Excellent organisational and communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality</li>
<li>A proactive, flexible, and professional approach</li>
<li>Strong IT skills and familiarity with school systems (desirable)</li>
</ul>
Why join us?
<ul>
<li>Ongoing professional development opportunities.</li>
<li>Access to a range of lifestyle and health perks and benefits.</li>
<li>The opportunity to shape and develop a growing school.</li>
<li>A collaborative and dedicated team of professionals.</li>
<li>A rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference to children's lives.</li>
</ul>
At Leaways School, we offer a unique opportunity to lead a school with a strong ethos and commitment to excellence. You will have the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of young people and their families while working within a supportive, child-centred and forward-thinking organisation.
Who are we?
Leaways School is an independent specialist day school in Clapton, for children and young people aged between the ages of 7 and 17. The school provides a safe learning environment for children and young people with
social, emotional and mental health needs including autism and an
EHC Plan. We also have a dedicated primary unit taking children from 7 years old. We aim to offer as close to a mainstream experience as possible but provide the additional care and support needed around each young person to enable them to thrive.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

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Kedleston Group

Headteacher's Office Manager

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We are looking for a motivated and skilled Gardener/Groundsperson to join our team and help maintain and enhance our outdoor spaces to a high standard. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working outdoors in all weathers.&nbsp; Maintaining our Parks and Open Spaces are some of our core service deliveries.&nbsp; We are currently looking to recruit into our service as part of our Streetscene Team. 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: This role is a full time (37 hours per week) and will require you to start at 7.00am and will be working Monday to Friday only.

Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Maintenance to a high standard of a wide variety of ornamental planting features such as annual bedding and perennial displays, ornamental lawns, shrub beds and minor tree works.</li>
<li>Use and maintenance of a variety of ride-on &amp; pedestrian mowers, handheld machinery (Strimmers, Hedge cutters &amp; basic chainsaw).</li>
<li>General litter clearance, cleaning and maintenance of parks and gardens, including hard landscape, furniture and buildings.</li>
<li>Ensure that all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety guidelines.</li>
<li>Identify and report any issues or hazards across the grounds</li>
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 About you:
The following experience is required for this role:
<ul>
<li>You will need to hold a minimum driving licence including C1 + E &amp; CPC would be beneficial.</li>
<li>Experience of outdoor manual working.</li>
<li>Experience of using a range of powered machinery.</li>
<li>Able to identify and maintain common ornamental planting including shrubs, trees and annual bedding plants.</li>
<li>Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.</li>
</ul>
 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>Full uniform and PPE</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; 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>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Chris Camfield – Streetscene Manager on 0118 937 3040 or email <a href="mailto:Chris.Camfield@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Chris.Camfield@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Interview format:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Question &amp; answer panel interview
Plant identification Test
Formal route planning, vehicle defect and Hand Held Machinery tests
Interview process will last for approximately 1.5hrs
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.

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Required for 1 September 2025, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and organised Cover Supervisor to join the staff of our outstanding school.&nbsp;
Ranelagh is an 11-18 coeducational, Anglican Academy (converter) which is oversubscribed and has an excellent reputation for academic achievement and positive school ethos.&nbsp; The school was rated ‘outstanding’ in its last OFSTED inspection in November 2024.
The Cover Supervisor’s role involves the delivery of work which is set for students in the case of their usual teacher’s absence.&nbsp; This is not a teaching position but the Cover Supervisor is expected to ensure that students remain on task and complete work to the best of their ability.&nbsp; There are also additional administration duties in curriculum areas to perform if the cover supervisor is not needed to cover absent colleagues.
Salary range: BGI 9 – actual salary between £20,245 - £21,204, including London weighting.
Hours: 33.75 hours per week, term time only, plus INSET.
The successful applicants will be enthusiastic, confident and well-organised and share the school’s commitment to helping all students achieve their potential.&nbsp; They will also need to have had some experience of working with young people, preferably in education.
This position may suit someone who is considering a career in teaching.&nbsp; Ranelagh enjoys links with Reading University and the Bracknell Forest Secondary Schools Training Partnership, supporting the training of between 5 and 10 trainee teachers each year.
Ranelagh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff employed in the school must be aware that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.
If you are interested in learning more about the position, please contact the Headteacher via, the School Office on 01344 421233 or by email, <a href="mailto:recruitment@ranelagh.bonitas.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ranelagh.bonitas.org.uk</a>.&nbsp; Details of the post are also available on the school website.&nbsp;
Closing Date for applications:&nbsp; Thursday, 26th June 2025 at 12.00.
The school reserves the right to close this advert once sufficient applications have been received.

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