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If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 14<sup>th</sup> March 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person at our Time Square office in Bracknell, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 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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 an informal discussion please contact: Michael Trayhorn at michael.trayhorn@wokingham.gov.uk.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: 16<sup>th</sup> March 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: TBC</strong></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.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong>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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We work together, helping each other to make lives better for people in our communities. If you’d like to be part of our growing future, we can offer excellent training <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>and development, not to mention a range of great benefits. So be part of an organisation that will genuinely value you and your contribution to our success. Get in touch now.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Reading Borough Council Arboricultural Unit is currently looking for an experienced Tree Surveyor to join our growing team responsible for the maintenance of trees on public land and commercial work for private customers and clients.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the role </strong></p>\n<p>You will help with the day-to-day management of the Unit and carry out formal inspections of trees, and record these on the Council’s database. You will undertake technical assessments of trees, providing specialist advice, and resolving enquiries from clients. You will also get involved in organising work schedules to ensure that work identified during inspections is carried out, and there is scope for helping to manage the Council’s tree planting programme.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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:</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential </p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>A detailed and up to date technical knowledge of your subject is key. You will have extensive experience in tree surveying.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Your main responsibilities will include updating and managing tree inspection records, offering sound expert advice relating to tree management and safety, advising Council planners and insurers, and being a credible witness in the case of insurance claims. You will also assist the Tree Officer in assessing work, managing a team of arborists, and providing quotations for commercial work.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Must be able to demonstrate extensive experience in tree surveying and maintaining a database</li>\n<li>Able to produce quotations, work specifications and to monitor quality of subsequent work</li>\n<li>Experienced user of a  wide range of hand held power tools, particularly chainsaws, hedge trimmers, stump grinders and mobile elevating work platforms</li>\n<li>Experience in Grounds Maintenance staff supervision, including managing or overseeing work schedules, inspecting the quality of work, and dealing with staff management issues</li>\n<li>Able to understand and follow procedures with knowledge of Health and Safety legislation relating to tree maintenance operations</li>\n<li>Able to demonstrate confidence in dealing with staff, contractors and customers</li>\n<li>Computer literate and able to use email, Microsoft Word, Excel, a database, or similar packages.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Specific requirements</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>NVQ Level 3 Arboriculture, Arboricultural Association Technician’s Certificate, or all of the following:\n<ul>\n<li>NPTC Certificates of Competence in Chainsaws and Related Operations</li>\n<li>NPTC Certificate of Competence in Felling and Processing trees over 380mm</li>\n<li>NPTC Certificate of Competence to Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue</li>\n<li>NPTC Brushwood Chipper & Stump Grinding Operations</li>\n<li>NPTC PA2A Ground Crop Sprayer Pesticide Application</li>\n<li>Professional Tree Inspection qualification.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li>Training in Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations including risk assessment, safety inspection and accident investigation</li>\n<li>Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends.</li>\n<li>Must possess a full UK Driving Licence.</li>\n<li>Must be physically fit and able to assist the arborist teams with tree works at times of emergency or peak workload</li>\n</ul>\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>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, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees</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>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Streetscene Services Manager, chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 2 March 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: TBC</strong></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>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,654 - £37,938","publishDate":"2025-02-11T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-02T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3dbb42db-7ec2-4a80-8d2c-85bf64f1d7f2.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4037c72b-72ff-4613-8c8b-292542608baa","title":"Streetscene Supervisor","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Grounds Maintenance, Street Cleansing, Graffiti Removal, Waste Transfer Station, Allotments & Arboriculture are all key services within our Streetscene Team providing high quality, effective and consistent services to residents, businesses and partners both internal and external.</p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>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 </strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our comprehensive Streetscene Team.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The post is situated at 19 Bennet Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 0QX</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>37 Hours per week (Monday - Friday but must be flexible to cover all service requirements)</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This is a varied role where you will be working as part of the management team responsible for delivering an efficient public realm maintenance service that complies with statutory obligations. if you enjoy working in a service provision role, this is the job for you!</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The post holder will assist the Streetscene management team in meeting the ambitious income generation targets set by the Council and provide a commercially viable service. The post holder will programme, direct and undertake duties involved in public realm maintenance.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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:</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential </p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity</p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We’re looking for someone that enjoys a challenge, can make things happen, whilst never losing sight of the customer. Ideally you would already have a background in supervising teams in a service providing organisation to include Health & Safety issues and staff performance in relation to public realm maintenance although training will be provided for the right candidate.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Specific requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A full UK driving licence min Cat: C1</li>\n<li>Experience of using mechanical plant and equipment</li>\n<li>Preferable min. 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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>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, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees</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 Chris Camfield - Streetscene Manager - <a href=\"mailto:chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk\">chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk</a> </strong><strong><br><br></strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 2 March 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: TBC</strong></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. 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You will play a crucial role in assisting learners with additional needs, ensuring they can fully engage with their studies in a supportive and inclusive environment.</p>\n<p><br>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>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>New Directions College is a well-established adult learning provider based in Reading, dedicated to supporting learners in achieving their educational and personal development goals. We provide a diverse range of courses and services to help individuals gain new skills and improve their career prospects.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Are you seeking a flexible, part time, term time role where you can make a difference to local people’s lives?  The Learner Support Worker roles are offered on a part time, sessional basis for between 4 to 16 hours per week, during college opening hours (Monday to Friday).<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide tailored support to learners with additional needs, including physical disabilities, learning difficulties, and mental health conditions - which may include physical or sensory impairment, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Aspergers, Mental Health difficulties and brain injuries.</li>\n<li>Assist learners in developing their confidence and independence in the classroom and other learning environments.</li>\n<li>Offer guidance and encouragement to help learners achieve their personal and academic goals.</li>\n<li>Supporting tutors by helping meet the needs of individual or small group of learners,</li>\n<li>Work collaboratively with tutors to ensure learners receive appropriate support during lessons currently this will be predominantly face to face but may include some online support.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><strong>About You:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience in a support or care role, preferably within an educational setting.</li>\n<li>A patient and empathetic approach to supporting individuals with diverse needs.</li>\n<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li>\n<li>A flexible and adaptable approach to work.</li>\n<li>A commitment to promoting inclusivity and accessibility in education.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Learner Support Workers will have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English or equivalent. The post holder should be ICT proficient with a Level 2 qualification in ICT or equivalent.<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<br><br><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.<br><br></p>\n<p><span><strong>For more information about New Directions College – visit: </strong></span><a href=\"http://www.newdirectionsreading.ac.uk/\"><span><strong>www.newdirectionsreading.ac.uk</strong></span></a> <span><br></span><br><strong>For further information about the role, please email Cheryl Ives (Learning Support & Inclusion Officer) – </strong><a href=\"mailto:cheryl.ives@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>cheryl.ives@reading.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> or 0345 842 0012</strong></p>\n<p><br>Closes: Sunday 23<sup>rd</sup> February 2025</p>\n<p>Interviews: TBC – but will be taking in person place at New Direction College</p>\n<p><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. 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This <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>role includes supporting the medical needs of pupils, including care plans for named children. <br><br>Experience of supporting pupils with medical needs would be an advantage, however full training will be provided, e.g.- diabetes and catheter training.<br><br></p>\n<p>Our school is an amazing place to learn and has a strong and developing SEND team including skilled and specialist practitioners.</p>\n<p><br>Our children know exactly what they are looking for in a Teaching Assistant:</p>\n<p><em>“Someone who listens and includes us all”</em></p>\n<p><em>“Someone who doesn’t mind mistakes because that’s how we learn”</em></p>\n<p><em>“Someone who tells us what we need to do next in order to improve”</em></p>\n<p><em>“Someone who makes learning fun”</em></p>\n<p><br>If you are a Teaching Assistant who is interested in joining a school that  </p>\n<ul>\n<li>will provide you with dedicated and skilled professionals who will support you</li>\n<li>values and lives by our school motto of Aspire, Believe and Achieve</li>\n<li>can give you real opportunities to grow professionally</li>\n<li>makes a difference to a fantastic community</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>Then we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<p><br><strong>Want to know more? Please visit our website (<a href=\"https://www.whitleyparkprimaryschool.co.uk\">https://www.whitleyparkprimaryschool.co.uk</a>) to appreciate what we have to offer. If you would like to visit and see for yourself what our school is like, or would like to request an application pack please email Allison at <a href=\"mailto:admin@whitleypark.reading.sch.uk\">admin@whitleypark.reading.sch.uk</a>. </strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>For the purposes of Equal Opportunities, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date: 23 February 2025</p>\n<p>Interview date: W/C 24<sup>th</sup> February 2025</p>\n<p><br>Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a social media check.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£16,931 to £17,197 Per year","publishDate":"2025-02-11T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-23T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/15394c3c-9490-45f8-ae3e-b1fc8edab03a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7b703832-fecc-47e3-83b2-c002d3442ede","title":"Digital Content Designer","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Full Time - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>As part of Reading Borough Council’s move to a SharePoint-based intranet, the digital team is responsible for delivering engaging, accessible content that meets the needs of internal users. We are looking for a talented Digital Content Designer to join us in developing content for the new intranet that is user-focused, <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>clear, and easy to navigate.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>As Digital Content Designer, you will be responsible for creating and structuring content for the council’s new intranet, ensuring it is accessible, user-centred, and aligned with our brand guidelines. This role is central to improving internal communication and the overall user experience for council staff as they transition to the new intranet.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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:</p>\n<p><strong> </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> <strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will have experience in content design, ideally within a digital environment. You’ll need strong skills in writing for the web, ensuring that all content is easy to understand and accessible to all users. Experience with SharePoint or similar platforms would be an advantage, and you must have excellent attention to detail.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></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<p> </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>\n<a href=\"http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/\">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (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 - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & 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 Adam Bevington, Interim Digital Delivery Lead at <a href=\"mailto:adam.bevington@reading.gov.uk\">adam.bevington@reading.gov.uk</a> </strong></p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: 2nd March 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. 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This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified or experienced teacher to join the Garth Hill team.   </div>\n<div> </div>\n<div><strong>If you are an early career teacher then we welcome your application.  A July start is available and our support for ECTs is highly regarded.  ECTs are on a reduced timetable with a dedicated mentor. </strong></div>\n<div> </div>\n<div><em>         ‘ECTs feel supported and are flourishing’ </em></div>\n<div><em>         Support is ‘above and beyond the usual requirements’ </em></div>\n<div>\n<em>  </em><em>              Extracts from ECT Framework Quality Assurance visit (Jan 2024)  </em>\n</div>\n<div><em> </em></div>\n<div><em> </em></div>\n<div>\n<p>     <em>Pupils enjoy coming to this inclusive, friendly school.</em> (Ofsted, October 2024)</p>\n</div>\n<div>Garth Hill is a happy and vibrant place of learning with a strong team ethos, excellent facilities and an exceptional professional development programme with great opportunities for further career development.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong department with a good track record of success at GCSE and A Level</li>\n<li>Four period day with 75 minute lessons</li>\n<li>Highly effective behaviour and inclusion system with ‘send out’ and support</li>\n<li>Centralised detentions to reduce teacher workload</li>\n<li>Superb CPD including from our outstanding ‘Teaching and Learning Team’</li>\n<li>Friendly and supportive working environment</li>\n<li>On-site gym with rowing machines, cross trainer, spin bikes and free weights</li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n<div>We are proud to be a genuinely comprehensive school and offer a wide and diverse range of excellent opportunities, inside and outside the classroom, that we believe enable our young people to develop exceptionally well both academically and personally.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Garth Hill College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices share this commitment.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children/young people/adults at risk.  You will need to tell us about any spent convictions or cautions, which may later appear on your DBS Certificate.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>\n<strong>Should you have any queries please contact Mrs S Barnes at the College on </strong><a href=\"mailto:s-barnes@garthhillcollege.com\">s-barnes@garthhillcollege.com</a> <strong>or 01344 421122</strong>. </div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Only applications submitted on the official application form will be considered.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div><strong>CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS AT 09H00 ON 27 FEBRUARY 2025</strong></div>\n<div><strong><em>Please Note: Applications may be dealt with on receipt which may cause this position to close earlier than stated.</em></strong></div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"MPS (Fringe)","publishDate":"2025-02-10T11:41:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-27T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/bf999079-1b1f-40bc-b6cb-f3aa29d0d106.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"91dea42a-a457-457a-a678-5b874d495d03","title":"Assistant Key Worker","employer":"PACT (Parents and Children Together)","department":"","location":"Reading, Oxfordshire","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Our amazing team at <a href=\"https://www.pactcharity.org/alana-house/\">Alana House - PACT</a> are looking for a full time Assistant Key Worker to join our Womens Community project.</p>\n<p>Could you make a lasting difference to women facing multiple disadvantages in the community? 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Your Assistant Key Worker responsibilities will include:<strong> </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Working as an integral part of our team to contribute to service delivery</li>\n<li>Adopt a trauma informed, non-judgemental approach, complete initial assessments and understand needs to agree a programme of support across rehabilitative pathways</li>\n<li>Facilitate and deliver appropriate drop ins and group based support work</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This role will enable you to develop your skills within this area of work through various learning opportunities.</p>\n<p><strong>About you: </strong></p>\n<p>As Assistant Key Worker, you will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have previous professional, academic or personal experience of support work for people experiencing multiple disadvantages</li>\n<li>Be interested in supporting people in, or at risk of entering, the criminal justice system with an understanding of resilience and trauma.</li>\n<li>Demonstrate a willingness to learn and to develop your skills, knowledge and experiences within the role.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If this sounds like you then <a href=\"https://www.pactcharity.org/careers/current-opportunities/\">apply today</a> to join a collaborative team who are part of something truly meaningful.</p>\n<p>Early applications are encouraged as we may close this vacancy on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is found.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date</strong>: 9am Wednesday 05 March 2025</p>\n<p><strong>Interview dates</strong>: Monday 24 February, Thursday 13 March and Friday 14 March 2025</p>\n<p>Other roles you may have experience of could include:<strong> </strong>Family Support Worker, Family Key Worker, Womens Support Worker, Womens Key Worker, Key Worker, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Domestic Abuse Key Worker, Recovery Worker, Assistant Support Worker, Assistant Key Worker, IDVA Independent Domestic Violence Advocate, ISVA Independent Sexual Violence Advocate, Probation Services Officer, etc.</p>\n<p><em>Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at PACT. 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These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. 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