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Wearing the Council uniform and carrying ID cards at all times is mandatory.<br><br>Additionally, you will improve the quality of services to customers/clients, achieve minute targets/job counts set under the Pay and Productivity Scheme, and identify any additional work required. 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The role of the Class Teacher is central to the success of Civitas Academy and is a position which has a direct <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>impact on the outstanding learning opportunities provided to the pupils.    </span></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>We welcome applications from experienced teachers as well as those Early Careers Teachers (ECTs).    </span></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>Whatever your teaching background, we would love to hear from you! </span></div>\n<div><span>Civitas Academy is part of the REAch2 family of Schools in Reading. We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our collaborative Academy team.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>What we’re looking for?</span></b></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>• A motivated individual who wants to achieve the very best for the children in our care and be relentless in the pursuit of excellence </span></div>\n<div><span>• Excellent inter-personal skills</span></div>\n<div><span>• Experience as an effective good and outstanding classroom teacher</span></div>\n<div><span>• Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour </span></div>\n<div><span>• Good organisational skills</span></div>\n<div><span>• Creativity which drives all aspects of teaching and learning</span></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><b><span>We can offer you:</span></b></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>• A Leadership Team dedicated to helping you develop an outstanding career and balanced life.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Exciting, accelerated leadership development and early promotion opportunities for the right candidates across the Trust.</span></div>\n<div><span>• The chance to work with a fantastic team, with the best possible opportunities to share ideas.</span></div>\n<div><span>• The chance to use / develop personal curriculum strengths.</span></div>\n<div><span>• An excellent CPD training programme.</span></div>\n<div><span>• A dynamic, creative staff, dedicated to achieving whole-school improvement and building lifelong friendships.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Kind, curious and enthusiastic pupils.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Enthusiastic and proactive parents.</span></div>\n<div><span>• The chance to bring your own strengths to the school and make a difference.</span></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>About REAch2:</span></div>\n<div><span>Founded in 2012, REAch2 Academy Trust is the largest primary-only academy trust in the country. It is a growing charitable organisation currently supporting 60 primary academies across England, including 4 in Reading. </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>REAch2 is a community connected by a common desire to learn from each other, share experiences and be mutually supportive across the entire academy community. We work as a team to deliver exceptional learning opportunities for all pupils in REAch2.</span></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>Closing Date - Thursday 15th May 2025</span></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>Whatever your teaching background, we would love to hear from you! </span></div>\n<div><span>If you wish to discuss the roles further, then please contact the Executive Headteacher, Salima Ducker, on 0118 467 6720. </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>To apply visit: <a href=\"https://mynewterm.com/jobs/140379/EDV-2025-CA-63200\">https://mynewterm.com/jobs/140379/EDV-2025-CA-63200</a>, or email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@civitasacademy.co.uk\">recruitment@civitasacademy.co.uk</a> or visit the school website for more details: <a href=\"http://www.civitasacademy.co.uk\">www.civitasacademy.co.uk</a></span></b></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>Applications are considered on receipt, and interviews will follow shortly afterwards for shortlisted candidates. </span></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.  </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.</span></div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 - £43,607 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-02T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-15T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b7133544-c72f-49db-b47a-e9f4c82ba216.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8c6cb7b9-5959-4f3e-b28f-330a571051c8","title":"Supervising Income and Recovery Officer","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you an experienced and motivated finance professional looking to make a positive difference in your community? 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You'll be responsible for overseeing the Income and Recovery function – ensuring efficient debt recovery, billing processes, and financial support for residents accessing Adult Social Care services.</p>\n<p><br>You’ll work closely with internal teams, external partners, and vulnerable individuals and their carers to reduce debt levels while providing guidance on welfare benefits and promoting financial and digital inclusion.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><b>Your key responsibilities will include:</b></strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supervising and supporting a team of Income & Recovery Officers</li>\n<li>Leading on debt recovery and prevention processes for Adult Social Care debts</li>\n<li>Supporting service users with advice and sustainable repayment arrangements</li>\n<li>Ensuring the accuracy of billing, payments, and financial records</li>\n<li>Attending and supporting court action where required</li>\n<li>Identifying service improvements and contributing to policy development</li>\n<li>Line managing staff, including recruitment, supervision, training and appraisals</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong><b><br>About you:</b></strong><br>You’ll have experience in income recovery or a related financial field, ideally within a social care or public sector environment. You’ll bring strong leadership skills, excellent communication and numeracy, and a clear commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable adults.<br><br></p>\n<p>You should also be confident using financial and case management systems, analysing data, and implementing service improvements.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><b>We’re looking for someone who can:</b></strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead and motivate a team in a high-performing, customer-focused environment</li>\n<li>Engage effectively with vulnerable people and their representatives</li>\n<li>Understand and apply relevant legislation and best practices in debt recovery</li>\n<li>Collaborate with partners and represent the Council at meetings and in court proceedings</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>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. <br><br>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.  <br><br>Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:<br><strong><b>Work Together as one team - </b></strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong><b>Drive Efficiency - </b></strong>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</p>\n<p><strong><b>Be Ambitious - </b></strong>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</p>\n<p><strong><b>Make a Difference to Reading - </b></strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p><br><strong><b>Our offer</b></strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<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>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><b>If you would like any more information, please contact Joanne Maslen (Client Finances Service Manager) - </b></strong><span><a href=\"mailto:joanne.maslen@reading.gov.uk\"><strong><b>joanne.maslen@reading.gov.uk</b></strong></a></span><strong><b> or call 0118 937 3259<br></b></strong><br>Closing Date: Sunday 11<sup>th</sup> May 2025<br>Interview Date: Week commencing 19<sup>th</sup> May 2025<br><br>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.<br><br><strong>Visit: </strong><a href=\"https://moretoreading.co.uk/\"><strong>www.moretoreading.co.uk</strong></a><strong> to find out more about Reading’s Community & 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.</strong> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,938 - £42,708 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-02T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a97d5197-f489-46bc-a8e3-633f3e8a92d5.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"40646e8a-0f52-4872-b9ca-3c0e1953b5c3","title":"Social Worker - Together for Families Team","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Social Worker – Together for Families Team</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Full-time, Permanent post</strong><br class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Salary: </strong>£45,938 - £50,708 pa (includes £8,000 Annual Market Supplement)</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Welcome payment: </strong>£5000 (after successful 6-month probationary period)</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Loyalty payments: </strong>£3000 after 12 months and £3000 on completion of 24 months</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About us</strong><br class=\"customHTML\">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 many of the same benefits as Council employees, including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service. </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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 & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">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.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About the Team/role </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We currently have vacancies for case-holding, qualified social workers. We believe that relationship-based social work makes a difference in children, young people and families’ lives and our generic teams focus on direct work with children, young people and families. <br class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Our Together for Families (TfF) service is an exciting development for Brighter Futures for Children and has been introduced to allow children and families to benefit from the continuity of only one social worker.  The benefit for social workers is lower caseloads and an environment that makes relationship-based social work flourish.  </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our Together for Families teams work with children during S.17 (Children Act, 1989) single assessments, S.47 child protection investigations, as well as working with children subject to Child In Need Plans, Child Protection Plans, pre-proceedings, proceedings and those becoming looked after.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Support to families is also provided through our evidence-informed and timely programme of support delivered via family support workers and specialist adult practitioners in mental health and substance use. 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It’s testament to us, the way that we work and the supportive environment we encourage that our permanent social workers stay with us and some agency staff are converting, but we want more of our social workers to join us on a permanent basis.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Essential Qualification/Experience: </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Registered with Social Work England</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Our offer </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to be creative and focus on innovative and ambitious interventions that lead to sustainable change for families.  We are kind, friendly, collaborative and value driven.  <br class=\"customHTML\">We have high expectations for our children and young people and work in a relationship-based, child-centred manner to achieve the greatest impact in children’s lives.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary, plus our loyalty scheme (until 31 March 2024), alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Relocation Scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">26 days’ holiday plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Discounted Childcare (on site nursery)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Cycle to work scheme.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Season ticket loans.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A range of local discounts</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Free parking</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Inclusion and Diversity</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Asking for Adjustments</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We look forward to hearing from you!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"includes £8,000 Annual Market Supplement","publishDate":"2025-05-01T13:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-31T13:21:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/afb422b6-a0d5-4447-aa8a-f56001f9710b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d41b6147-7688-4cd2-baf1-c2eaac0c08fc","title":"Recovery Officer","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Wokingham Borough Council has an exciting position available for a Recovery Officer to join our proactive recovery team on a Full time, Permanent basis.</p>\n<p>As a Recovery Officer, you will handle customer accounts and ensure the timely collection of current and previous years arrears for Council Tax Business Rates, Adult Social Care Debt and Sundry Debt</p>\n<p>You will be responsible for collating evidence and preparing cases for court hearings ensuring that they have been selected in accordance with the law and good practice guidelines. Our team has consistently achieved very high percentage collection rates, and you will help us to maintain our exceptional performance.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:                          </strong></p>\n<p>Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of days 28 (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To proactively pursue outstanding debt due to the Council including Council Tax, Business Rates, Adult Social Care Debt or Sundry Debt</li>\n<li>Process Council Tax and Business Rates (NNDR) debt from the issue of summons taking action to contact debtors and make payment arrangements</li>\n<li>Handling customer queries by telephone, email and by other means of contact</li>\n<li>Attend the Magistrates’/County Court as required</li>\n<li>Negotiating payment plans to ensure invoices are paid on time and that Council Tax/Business Rates arrears are brought up to date as quickly possible, allowing for the customer’s circumstances</li>\n<li>Monitoring customer accounts to ensure payments are being received and take action to progress recovery as appropriate</li>\n<li>Deciding on the most effective means of collection on an individual case basis</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Good written and verbal communication skills able to vary style to meet the needs of the audience</li>\n<li>Ability to take ownership and manage own workload to meet the demands of the service</li>\n<li>Willingness to learn with the motivation to succeed</li>\n<li>Ability to establish positive and effective relationships and work with partners, residents, businesses and other stakeholders</li>\n<li>Experience of having worked in Local Taxation, Adult Social Care and/or a Sundry Debts environment</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Area </strong></p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. </p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. </p>\n<p>If you think this role would suit you and you would like further information, please contact <strong>Gary Clarke (Recovery Manager)</strong> on 0118 237 8767, <strong>Frances Neaves (Senior Recovery Officer) </strong>on 0118 237 8040</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date for applications:</strong> 1st June 2025, 11pm</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date:</strong> TBC</p>\n<p>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.  </p>\n<p>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. </p>\n<p>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.<strong>  </strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong> </p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.</p>\n<p>All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.</p>\n<p>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,599 - £34,314 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-05-01T08:42:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d8558312-9c0d-4226-bb1a-d27e3f9f2a4a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8ee6551c-35f4-4e32-a4ec-8ea27baa20d5","title":"Senior Body Collection Operative","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>The Berkshire Coroner's Service investigates sudden, violent and unnatural deaths across Berkshire. Hosted by Reading Borough Council, the body removal team is a service within the wider coroners’ team. Based at Reading Cemetery and Crematorium in hours and at 19 Bennet Road/home out of hours, the team will be responsible for undertaking the collection, <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>care, removal and transport of deceased patients following a community death. The service operates 24/7, 365 days per year.</p>\n<p><strong><br></strong>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.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the role:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Senior Body Collection Operative, you will be responsible for leading the team of Body Collection Operatives and for ensuring exceptional standards in maintaining the dignity and safe care of the deceased.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Main duties include:</strong></p>\n<p>- Ensuring adequate staffing on a rota to cover 24-hour, 365 day a year period</p>\n<p>- Provide professional advice, support and training to colleagues in sometimes challenging situations.</p>\n<p>- Maintain supplies, equipment and vehicles</p>\n<p>- Liaising and working in partnership with stakeholders of the service to ensure systems and processes are followed</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>The successful applicant will have significant experience of carrying out coronial removal work, or the transportation of the deceased for an organisation or funeral director. They will also have experience of leading and supervising a team as well as experience of commercial driving.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The ability to deal with the bereaved in a sensitive and tactful manner is essential as well as having the emotional resilience to cope with distressing and unpleasant scenes and situations. The successful applicants will also have the ability to carry out the physical aspect of the role, such as heavy lifting, pushing and pulling.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>These posts will be based in Reading, however you may be required to travel to various locations within Berkshire.  Flexibility over working hours and willingness to provide backfill in a rota which operates 24/7, 365 days per year is required. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of the onboarding process.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>You will be part of a team that relies on everyone to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you will also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place to live and work. <br><br>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:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<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>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>For more information on this position please contact Rhiannon Charnock – Principal Coroners Officer - </strong><a href=\"mailto:rhiannon.charnock@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>rhiannon.charnock@reading.gov.uk</strong></a> <strong> </strong></p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: Wednesday 14<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date:  To be confirmed</p>\n<p>                                   </p>\n<p>Please note that these dates are indicative at this stage and may be subject to change</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,654 to £35,235 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-01T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/fefd6364-a12a-4885-82b4-000b27a257ed.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5593c514-c174-48c8-9067-051bd295c43a","title":"School/Finance Administrator - Manor Primary School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<div><span>Full Time – 37 Hours per week, Term time only - Permanent</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Manor Primary School is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every child and adult can succeed. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic School Finance Administrator to join our team and contribute to the smooth running of our administrative services.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>The <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>school office is a very busy environment and the role includes a wide range of office and finance duties coupled with interaction with pupils and parents. Knowledge of SIMS and FMS would be an advantage however training would be provided.  </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>Key Responsibilities:</span></b></div>\n<div><span>• Manage general office administration tasks including typing, email management, photocopying, data entry, and message delivery.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Keep the school website up-to-date and encourage community engagement.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Maintain accurate records of pupil attendance and manage parental visits.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Maintain and update pupil and staff records using SIMs and other systems.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Assist with financial tasks such as processing purchase orders, invoices, and handling school finances.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Manor Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Our School/Finance Administrator will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling confidential information with discretion.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Be part of a supportive and inclusive school community and make a positive impact on the lives of our pupils and their families.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>For more information and to receive an application pack please telephone the school on 0118 9 37 5495 or email <a href=\"mailto:admin@manor.reading.sch.uk\">admin@manor.reading.sch.uk</a> </span></b></div>\n<div><b><span> </span></b></div>\n<div><b><span>You can also download an application form from our website - <a href=\"http://www.manorprimary.net\">www.manorprimary.net</a></span></b></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Please do not send a CV. For the purposes of equal opportunities, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Closing date:  Monday 19th May 2025</span></div>\n<div><span>Shortlisting date: Wednesday 25th May 2025</span></div>\n<div><span>Interviews Week commencing 2nd June 2025</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be sought from the successful candidate.</span></div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£20,683 - £22,752 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-01T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/12be5ee0-889c-4f70-a258-ba3ccb3c3df0.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d4ccccdf-655c-49bf-a59b-01888b6c2f71","title":"Repairs and Maintenance Inspector - Housing Repairs Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Reading Borough Council has an ongoing programme of maintenance to ensure our housing stock meets the required high standard. Due to an increase in work for both internal and external clients Property Services are looking to recruit a Repairs and Maintenance Inspectors to join the Team.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Repairs and Maintenance <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>Inspectors to be responsible for the inspection, specification, ordering and supervision of works of the maintenance and repair operations for our properties. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of building systems and construction techniques, as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills.</p>\n<p><br>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the role<br></strong>The role will be based at our Bennet Road depot – <strong>19 Bennet Road, Reading, RG2 0QX.</strong><br><br></p>\n<p>To provide a comprehensive professional building repairs inspection service in respect of day-to-day maintenance of properties, within the housing portfolio including Temporary Accommodation and Short Term Lets.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Duties will include:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To post inspect day to day repairs undertaken by the directly employed labour force and Council’s contractors.</li>\n<li>Carry out pre-inspections as required.</li>\n<li>Undertake inspections within the Voids and Planned Team as work levels demand.</li>\n<li>Assist in the delivery of a sensitive and high-profile service where conflicting priorities will need to be managed.</li>\n<li>Liaison with Housing Officers and contractors on day-to-day basis regarding works in Progress.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Consultation with tenants/residents in conjunction with other housing Client and Contractor staff on pre and post work repair.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Building construction qualification to minimum ONC/OND with relevant experience or City & Guilds or equivalent in a recognised trade or several years proven site experience.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of statutory legislation and building contracts.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with tenants, colleagues, and contractors.</li>\n<li>Experience of budgetary monitoring and control</li>\n<li>Solid organisational and time-management abilities, with a keen attention to detail.</li>\n<li>Experience of fault diagnoses</li>\n<li>Full UK Driving licence</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will be part of a team that relies on everyone to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you will also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place to live and work. <br><br>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:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Staff Value Statement </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<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>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Sean Donaghue - Assistant Housing Repairs & Maintenance Manager - </strong><a href=\"mailto:sean.donaghue@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>sean.donaghue@reading.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> <br><br></strong></p>\n<p>Closing Date: Sunday 25<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date: to be confirmed  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,938 - £45,718 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-01T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/27c734bc-c153-4df4-aac9-067b0f7a7e55.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2f47e836-0dc7-46a1-bf7d-13c6ad732c36","title":"Class Teacher (KS1 or KS2) - Coley Primary School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<div><span>Has the May resignation deadline got you craving pastures new? Join Our Vibrant Team at Coley Primary!</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Maybe you're ready for a fresh challenge, a change of scenery, or just a school that feels like the right fit. If so, Coley Primary might be just what you're looking for!</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>We’re a warm, welcoming, multicultural one-form entry school in the heart of Reading, <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>and we’re on the lookout for a passionate Class Teacher to join our team from September 2025.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>This role is open to teachers* with experience in either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 and ECTs.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>(*Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship. 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For Equal Opportunities purposes, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms.)</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Important Dates:</span></div>\n<div><span>• Shortlisting: Ongoing – we’ll review applications as they come in.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>At Coley Primary, we’re committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of children and young people. All staff and volunteers share this responsibility, and an Enhanced DBS check will be required for all successful candidates.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Ready to take the next step in your teaching journey? We can’t wait to hear from you.</span></div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 to £49,084 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-01T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1387dad8-c6be-4a34-924f-5938973f061f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fcb2ca50-8154-473d-b772-6a1a809505de","title":"Strategic Commissioner - Social Care","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Brighter Futures for Children</p>\n<p>£61,504 - £65,941 per annum</p>\n<p>About us<br>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. </p>\n<p>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 & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools. </p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>About the role<br>We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Commissioning, Contracts and Procurement. </p>\n<p>The Strategic Commissioner for social care will work with the Head of Commissioning, Contracts and Procurement to champion, promote and deliver transformational change. The Strategic Commissioner for social care is responsible for the development, implementation and delivery of commissioning programmes, plans and strategies across a wide-ranging portfolio which includes children on the edge of care (early help); Children in need; children in care; children with disabilities and care leavers. This role will ensure effective commissioning of services, promoting a joint approach working with the Strategic Commissioner for Education and SEND. <br>The Strategic Commissioner for social care will ensure there is high quality, responsive and efficient services are in place within Children’s Services ensuring the highest standard of provision is available to children, young people and their families within allocated and reducing resources. Increase sufficiency of placements; undertake procurements which achieve savings and service quality objectives; lead service reviews and contract management of providers and markets. </p>\n<p>Through effective commissioning and contract management this postholder will play a vital part in enabling the company to achieve better outcomes for children and savings the company needs to achieve. </p>\n<p>This post will sit alongside the Strategic Commissioner for Education and SEND, and line manage the Placements and Commissioning Managers for social care function with the team. The post holder will be directly line managed by the Head of Commissioning, Contracts and Procurement.</p>\n<p>You are required to:<br>•    To be the strategic lead for social care commissioning within the company, taking responsibility for this remit internally and with external partners. <br>•    To lead the development and implementation of long-term strategic plans including sufficiency. <br>•    To work with colleagues in health (where appropriate) to support development of jointly commissioned services and processes, through development of joint funding, targets and monitoring. <br>•    To maintain effective working relationships with operational managers in social care providing advice and expertise on commissioning and contracts. <br>•    To build positive relationships with relevant colleagues across Berkshire and other neighbouring authorities in order to identify opportunities to collaborate, share best practice and learn lessons. <br>•    To collaborate on ensuring effective co-production with service user (and carer) takes place and the voice of children, young people and their families routinely informs the team’s work. <br>•    To develop business cases; service reviews; option papers and regular reports for senior leaders and Board members as required <br>•    To deputise for the Head of Commissioning, Contracts and Procurement when required. <br>•    To contribute to company or external initiatives in relation to commissioning and contracts. <br>•    To be up to date with the latest demographic data and statistics on the relevant client groups, with an informed view on the future implications of this. <br>•    To be up to date with the latest developments in the care and support market in Reading and Berkshire, including benchmarking of costs, quality and performance. <br>•    To lead on the social care commissioning team’s contribution to the JSNA and any similar local analyses and data collection in Reading or beyond. <br>•    Responsible for researching models of best practice to shape innovative models of care, evolving specification and service design, analysis of demand and throughput, resource analysis in terms of staff and assets, to improve efficiency. <br>•    Lead and undertake work to analyse needs, gaps in provision, market trends and make recommendations to implement strategic change to improve the availability, range, quality and value for money of services. <br>•    Lead the development of service specifications, tender documents, contract performance management frameworks and other relevant documentation. <br>•    To ensure the development of appropriate methods of participation, consultation and co-production with children, young people and their families and that this work underpins and informs commissioning of services. <br>•    Analysis of complex information and data in relation to current service provision and mapping against future intentions. Liaising with internal and external stakeholders in the analysis, planning design and delivery phases. <br>•    Working alongside the RBC Procurement Team who will manage tenders via a SLA with the company. </p>\n<p>For more information about the role, please read the job description and person specification. </p>\n<p>Our offer<br>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.</p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<br>•    Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution<br>•    Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)<br>•    Discounted Child Care (on site nursery)<br>•    Cycle to work scheme.<br>•    Season train ticket loans<br>•    Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme<br>•    A range of local shopping discounts</p>\n<p>Inclusion and Diversity<br>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. <br>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.</p>\n<p>Asking for Adjustments<br>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.<br>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.</p>\n<p>Closing date: 18 May 2025<br>Interview date: week beginning 27 May 2025</p>\n<p>We look forward to hearing from you!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,000 - £74,999","publishDate":"2025-04-30T08:11:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T08:11:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/862ee4e6-9ee4-46ee-bba7-2f7a545f0454.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9a0e91ed-ae25-4764-af1b-17be7eef1263","title":"Social Worker/Higher Specialist Social Worker","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Brighter Futures for Children </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Children with Single Point of Access (CSPoA) Team<br><br></strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Social Worker - £45,938 - £50,708 Includes £8,000 Market Supplement</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Higher Specialist Social Worker - £48,708 - £54,710 Includes £6,000 Market Supplement</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">About us <br class=\"customHTML\">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.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">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 & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Justice Service and traded services with schools.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. 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This is not a case holding role; instead you will explore, triage and make recommendations on the needs of children and young people, alongside the family and professional network ensuring they receive the help they need at the time they need it.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We are seeking a social worker who is committed to intervening and supporting a family from the point of contact. 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This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">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.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Closing date: 16th May 2025<br class=\"customHTML\">Interview date: To be confirmed</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We look forward to hearing from you!</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,000 - £74,999","publishDate":"2025-04-30T07:46:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T07:46:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c84019b7-ff19-48a0-a83e-296e845f3b4b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f7ab704e-c2a3-463c-84ec-4b2bc04ee07e","title":"Building Surveyor - Corporate Property Services Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you an architect, building surveyor, or any other construction professional looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills? We are seeking talented individuals to join our innovative team and contribute to ground breaking projects. <br><br>If you are ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic and supportive team then join our Corporate <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>Property Services Team where we provide in-house design, surveying, MEP consultancy, and project management services. We manage building construction, refurbishment, and repairs contracts, delivering both capital projects and planned and reactive maintenance to our Corporate, Community, and School buildings.<br><br>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.<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>About the role </strong></p>\n<p>As a Building Surveyor, you will lead the delivery of fabric improvement and maintenance works for Corporate, Community, and School projects from initiation to handover. Your construction industry knowledge and expertise will be crucial in providing professional and technical advice within Reading Borough Council. You will engage and liaise with stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.<br><br>Key areas of responsibility include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Procurement: </strong>Manage services and works contracts as required.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Surveys: </strong>Conduct measured and structural surveys of properties.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Technical Documentation: </strong>Prepare technical specifications, schedules of work, and tender documents.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Design: </strong>Create architectural designs using AutoCAD software.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Compliance: </strong>Ensure projects comply with Health and Safety and CDM Regulations.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Refurbishment: </strong>Deliver stock condition surveys and building refurbishment works, including Health & Safety improvements.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone with the expertise to provide comprehensive professional and technical services for maintenance, refurbishment, improvement, and new build schemes. <br><br>The ideal candidate will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Qualifications: </strong>Degree in a construction industry qualification or HNC in Construction with post-qualification experience.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Communication Skills: </strong>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Knowledge: </strong>Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of construction and best practices.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Project Management: </strong>Experience in project management and understanding of project/programme management methodologies.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong><br></strong>You’ll be part of a team that relies on everyone 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.  <br><br>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:</p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p><strong><br>Our offer</strong></p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p><br>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day Nursery) rated Outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<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>\n</ul>\n<p><br><strong>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Yvonne Mubanga - Strategic Property Services Manager: <a href=\"mailto:Yvonne.mubanga@reading.gov.uk\">Yvonne.mubanga@reading.gov.uk</a> </strong></p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: Tuesday 13<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date: TBC </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,708 - £48,710 Per year","publishDate":"2025-04-30T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-13T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c5adf79a-7c9a-4460-85f6-018cf93d0486.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"57818e97-4836-4c05-b9f3-325c4d8c8570","title":"Social Worker - Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to come and join the Learning Disability and Autism Team within our Adult Social Care team here at Reading Borough Council.  Wherever you are in your own career journey, we’re committed to offering the support and development you need.<br> </p>\n<p>Working as a Social Worker for Reading Borough Council you will be part of <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>a friendly and supporting team.  We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, services users and health care providers.</p>\n<p> <br>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.<br><br>We are seeking applications from newly qualified (ASYE) and experienced Social Workers. <span>(£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Worker)</span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To complete timely Care Act assessments for our higher intense case management with a strength-based focus, delivering positive outcomes for the individuals of Reading</li>\n<li>To complete post discharge reviews ensuring that care plans are accurate, and individuals eligible needs are being met</li>\n<li>To promote the use of direct payments to give individuals the flexibility in how they meet their needs.</li>\n<li>To promote a reablement focus for all individuals that are referred to adult social care</li>\n<li>To work with all families and carers ensuring that carers assessments are completed to promote support to individuals with a caring role.</li>\n<li>To develop close and effective relationships with providers, community voluntary services, and health professionals.</li>\n<li>To complete Mental Capacity Act Assessments to a high standard</li>\n<li>Undertake community DOLs and prepare records for Court of Protection</li>\n<li>To be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Team Objectives:</strong></p>\n<p>The Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Team works closely with other teams in Adult Services who are involved with the delivery of Adult Social Care.  <br><br>We work closely within individuals from transitions to adulthood and older age. We promote a strength base ethos to other the best outcomes for the individuals that we work with.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our aim is to be a high performing, efficient, multidisciplinary team with a clear Team purpose and values that supports staff and values the skills and diversity within and around the team.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents.<br><br></p>\n<p>This post offers opportunities to improve your skills and experience in Adult Social Care with high quality, client-led, interventions to service users in their own homes, in a friendly and supportive team.<br><br>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures.<br><br></p>\n<p><b>You will need to have:</b></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>\n<li>Registration with Social Work England</li>\n<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014</li>\n<li>Understanding of The Autism Act 2009</li>\n<li>Understanding of Better care for people with a learning disability and people with autism.</li>\n<li>Other legislation linked to Autism and Learning Disability</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>We offer excellent support, supervision and induction.  You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker.<br><br>We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support.<br><br>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.<br><br>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:<br><br><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our offer</strong><strong><br></strong>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<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>\n<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date: Applications reviewed upon submission<br>Interview date: To be confirmed<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Louise Mole (LDA Team Manager) on 0118 937 3747 or email </strong><a href=\"mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk\">louise.mole@reading.gov.uk</a> <br> </p>\n<p>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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Worker)","publishDate":"2025-04-30T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f5a23f1c-fd65-4fac-8c08-f462a7c97ee3.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d5b6b0db-e9da-4299-aaf0-f95c0b4f4e17","title":"Social Care Coordinator - Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are currently seeking a dynamic Social Care Coordinator to join our Learning Disability and Autism Team. We represent a Local Authority dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our community and residents.<br><br>We are seeking an individual with outstanding communication abilities, adept at building and fostering relationships with colleagues, service <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>users, healthcare providers, and community networks. In the role of Social Care Coordinator at Reading Borough Council, you will play a crucial role within a friendly and cooperative team. <br><br>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We support hybrid working, it’s important to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees to excel and within this role you’ll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle.</p>\n<p><br><strong><b>The Learning Disability and Autism Team (LD&A) is</b></strong> an Adult Social Care Service made up of Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Social Care Coordinators.  We work with service users who have a diagnosed learning disability and/or an autistic spectrum condition who have social care needs. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><b>About the Role:</b></strong><br>In the role of a Social Care Coordinator, your responsibilities will involve making home visits to individuals.  You will undertake non-complex assessments of people’s needs and develop and monitor plans in collaboration with service users themselves. The objective is to enhance their independence through a strengths-based methodology and a person centred approach.<br><br></p>\n<p>You will hold a varied caseload and will be expected to work independently and to interpret and analyse varied information or situations and to produce solutions.</p>\n<p><br>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies, and procedures.<br><br>Role requirements:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working with people</li>\n<li>Experience working within the Health, Adult Social Care or voluntary sector – (not essential)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>We offer excellent support, training, and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new skills. <br><br>When applying for this post, please ensure that your application explains, with examples, how you meet the person specification in the Job Description as this is the shortlisting criteria.</p>\n<p><br>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. <br><br>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.  <br><br>Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:<br><strong><b>Work Together as one team - </b></strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong><b>Drive Efficiency - </b></strong>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</p>\n<p><strong><b>Be Ambitious - </b></strong>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</p>\n<p><strong><b>Make a Difference to Reading - </b></strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p><br><strong><b>Our offer</b></strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<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>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><b>If you would like any more information, please contact Louise Mole (Team Manager Learning Disability and Autism Team) </b></strong><strong><b>0118 937 3747</b></strong> <strong><b>or email <a href=\"mailto:Louise.Mole@reading.gov.uk\">Louise.Mole@reading.gov.uk</a></b></strong><br><br>Closing Date: Sunday 11th May 2035<br>Interview Date: To be confirmed<br><br>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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,269 - £32,654 Per year","publishDate":"2025-04-30T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1620ec05-c700-4079-827e-e399f6ed284d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8596ca70-c397-4336-8569-c7a2e7f01020","title":"Valuation Surveyor - Assets Management Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Part time – 32 hours per week (4.5 days per week) – (Working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday – flexible with remaining hours) - Permanent<br><br></p>\n<p>We are building a more sustainable, efficient, and resident-focused Reading – and our Asset Management Team plays a vital role in that journey. We're looking for a Valuation Surveyor with strong <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>technical skills and a collaborative mindset to help shape the future of our corporate property portfolio.   We manage a diverse property portfolio, maximizing the use and value of all property assets. <br><br>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.</p>\n<p><br>We’re fully committed to flexible working hours and within this role you will also have the opportunity to work largely from home, subject to service needs. </p>\n<p><strong><br>About the role:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Valuation Surveyor, you’ll deliver high-quality property valuations and estates management services across a varied portfolio including commercial, residential and operational property. <br><br>You’ll support disposals and acquisitions, lead landlord and tenant negotiations, and advise on development, viability, and regeneration schemes. It’s an opportunity to help maximise value from public assets while supporting key local priorities.<br><br>A pool car will be available when required to go out and complete site inspections around the Reading Borough.<br><br><strong>Key areas of responsibility include:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Valuation Surveyor, you will play a crucial role in managing the Council’s property portfolio. <br><br>Your responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conducting valuations for various purposes, including asset valuations, insurance valuations, and planning viability appraisals.</li>\n<li>Negotiating terms and managing the disposal and acquisition of land/buildings.</li>\n<li>Managing income-generating assets for investment purposes.</li>\n<li>Undertaking Landlord & Tenant work, including lettings, reviews, and renewals.</li>\n<li>Providing property advice and preparing reports for Councillors and Officers.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>We’re looking for someone with experience of dealing with a broad spectrum of different property types, including commercial, residential and rural property valuations. A good understanding of current thinking/best practice in relation to Valuation and Estates issues and the ability to analyse and interpret complex written and financial information and make professional recommendations on the best use of property assets.</p>\n<p><strong><br>Experience: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge and understanding of large and complex public service organisations</li>\n<li>Awareness and understanding of local government operations and how Council services interface with key public service partners e.g. police, health</li>\n<li>Excellent judgement and analysis with the ability to broker solutions to complex problems. Commercial awareness and approach, recognising the importance of value for money in all Council activity</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and negotiating skills with the ability to present complex issues in a simple and easy to understand way for internal and external audiences</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chartered surveyor or equivalent</li>\n<li>Registered Valuer</li>\n<li>Significant post qualification experience</li>\n<li>Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: </p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>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</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our offer:</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><br>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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. <em>Annual leave will be pro-rata due to role being part time.</em>\n</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities include working from home with some office attendance when required to meet the requirement of the position. Meeting the core hours requirement and completing the required contractual hours within a flexible agreement with the <span>Strategic Assets Portfolio Manager (School Pick up time or similar can be accommodated)</span>\n</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<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>\n</ul>\n<p><br><strong>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Dee Maddox-Hinton - </strong><strong>Strategic Assets Portfolio Manager</strong><strong> - </strong><a href=\"mailto:Dee.Maddox-Hinton@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>Dee.Maddox-Hinton@reading.gov.uk</strong></a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing Date: Sunday 18<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date: to be arranged.</p>\n<p>Interview Process: Interviews will be carried out preferable on TEAMS or Face to Face if required.  An opportunity to view the workplace can be arranged.<br><br></p>\n<p>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. 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Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the role:<br>You will be required to work at our Bennet Road Depot - 19 Bennet Road, Reading, RG2 0QX. The hours will be 2 hours a day to be completed between 3.00pm and 6.00pm - Monday – Friday.</strong></p>\n<p><br>As the Cleaning Operative you will be required to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within Reading Borough Council properties in accordance with service and/or client specifications, to ensure and provide a clean, safe, and hygienic environment, to help ensure an effective and efficient operation of cleaning services.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Duties will include:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide the highest level of cleaning service as instructed by Cleaning Operative Supervisor in line with the service and/or client specifications and maintain the standards.</li>\n<li>To provide a range of general cleaning services to a wide range of facilities, including toilets, offices, meeting rooms and housing stocks etc by washing, mopping, dusting, polishing, vacuum cleaning and sweeping, as appropriate.</li>\n<li>To follow all relevant Health & Safety rules and guidelines, e.g. wearing protective clothing in accordance with COSHH.</li>\n<li>To report maintenance issues promptly to Cleaning Operative Supervisor.</li>\n<li>To maintain an adequate stock of consumables in washrooms and breakout areas.</li>\n<li>To participate in staff meetings.</li>\n<li>To participate in training activities essential and appropriate to the role.</li>\n<li>Any other duties appropriate to the post as required.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> <strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and timekeeping. You’ll need to be confident working on your own initiative, able to prioritise your workload, and flexible in supporting other functions when needed. <br><br>Strong communication skills are essential, including the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English. You should also be able to build positive working relationships and bring a team-focused attitude. <br><br>If you take ownership of your work, follow tasks through to completion, and value a collaborative, respectful working environment, we’d love to hear from you.<br><br>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:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>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.</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>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.</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our offer</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li>\n<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>\n<li>Onsite parking</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Carolyn Leakey – Cleaning Manager – </strong><a href=\"mailto:carolyn.leakey@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>carolyn.leakey@reading.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> <br><br></strong></p>\n<p>Closing Date: 11<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date: To be confirmed</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Actual Pro Rata Salary -£6,570 - £6,700","publishDate":"2025-04-30T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/729ea3eb-0b63-4ef4-a4ba-775890d4d30f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1af9585d-c070-43af-a7fc-fc4c48dc8581","title":"Corporate Facilities Manager","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End, Wokingham, Wokingham Borough Council","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We have an excellent opportunity available for a Corporate Facilities Manager to join our proactive Property Management Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-time, Permanent basis.</p>\n<p>As the Corporate Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery of a range of facilities management services, ensuring the safe and effective operation of properties across the council’s estate, for customers, visitors, staff and politicians.</p>\n<p>This pivotal role will ensure our property portfolio is fit for purpose, meets the council’s strategic objectives and customer needs, and delivers value for money.</p>\n<p>We are looking for an experienced and proactive individual who will lead a dedicated team and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to ensure a high standard of service delivery in all areas.</p>\n<p><em>Please note this is a politically restricted post requiring full-time attendance at the Council Headquarters or other corporate sites within the borough. </em></p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>\n<p>Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more</p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Manage the soft facilities management services to ensure the safe and effective operation of the Council’s headquarters building and satellite offices within the Borough, including Health & Safety compliance</li>\n<li>Manage the Facilities team, ensuring a high-quality service is delivered with excellent customer service</li>\n<li>Manage budgets and small capital projects within the corporate estate</li>\n<li>Utilising best practice and experience, contribute to plans for the Council’s future headquarters project</li>\n<li>Develop and manage the Buildings Managers network, creating a supportive and informative environment and network where Building Managers can be supported, learn and develop skills</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Qualification, and/or significant knowledge and experience of delivering a facilities management function, or within a related property area of work</li>\n<li>Knowledge of facilities management and health and safety issues, legislation and best practice</li>\n<li>Experience of working in a front-facing, customer service environment and best practice in customer management</li>\n<li>Well-developed written and verbal communication skills</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Area:</strong></p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion about this role, please email Sarah Morgan, Service Director - Commercial Property at <a href=\"mailto:sarah.moregan@wokingham.gov.uk\">sarah.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 1<sup>st</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: W/C Monday 9<sup>th</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.</em></p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.</em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. </em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. </em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,788 - £56,075 per annum, plus benefits","publishDate":"2025-04-29T14:54:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5fc77859-ea25-4a16-acb0-8ffa49b8e72a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"21bdde3b-e063-4a53-bd52-847f78d050e8","title":"Head of Property Management","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End, Wokingham, Wokingham Borough Council, Shute End/Home Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Property Management to join our proactive Property Management Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-time, Permanent basis.</p>\n<p>As the Head of Property Management, you are responsible for ensuring the council’s corporate sites are maintained and operated to meet legal and statutory requirements, in particular, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.</p>\n<p>Your role will include the management and coordination of minor capital design, management and construction contracts, minor works contracts, planned, reactive and service contracts. As our Head of Property Management, you will also lead the safe and efficient management of the council’s offices, which includes the council’s Headquarters.</p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the corporate leadership of the service and organisation, to deliver the council’s outcomes for its residents, customers and clients.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>\n<p>Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more</p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Responsible for ensuring that the Council’s corporate sites, including the Council’s headquarters building, are maintained and operated to meet legal and statutory requirements, in particular the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974</li>\n<li>To act as the Council’s key advisor for the statutory and compliance management of the Council’s property portfolio</li>\n<li>Management of a team which manages and coordinates planned investment and maintenance programme on the Council's property portfolio, and also reactive and service contracts</li>\n<li>To oversee the effective management of the Council’s Utilities Portfolio (Electricity Gas, Water and Oil), in relation to Council-owned properties, in line with all relevant energy and environmental regulations</li>\n<li>To contribute to the longer-term investment plans for corporate buildings, including in the context of rationalization and consolidation of the Council’s property portfolio</li>\n<li>To play an active role in the senior management team of the Commercial Property Service, representing the Service in wider corporate discussions and initiatives<strong> </strong>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Degree-level or equivalent relevant professional qualifications or expertise</li>\n<li>Significant and demonstrable management experience in a property-related discipline gained with a public or large private organisation, with some experience at a senior level</li>\n<li>Able to operate effectively in large, complex and political organisations</li>\n<li>Strong project management background, either in the private or public sector</li>\n<li>Well-developed written and verbal communication skills</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Area:</strong></p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion about this role, please email Sarah Morgan, Service Director - Commercial Property at <a href=\"mailto:sarah.moregan@wokingham.gov.uk\">sarah.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 1<sup>st</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: W/C Monday 9<sup>th</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.</em></p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<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>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. 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