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Working closely with the headteacher and as a member of the senior leadership team, you will be a key driver in ensuring that our school runs smoothly and sustainably, supporting the best outcomes for our pupils and staff.</p>\n<p><strong>We are seeking a person who is:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>An experienced School Business Manager with a proven track record of excellent financial management.</li>\n<li>A strategic thinker who can drive improvement and manage change</li>\n<li>An enthusiastic, organised and flexible person.</li>\n<li>A collaborative team player and good communicator</li>\n<li>Competent with overall financial management of the school</li>\n<li>Able to manage operational functions including premises, health & safety, HR and IT services</li>\n<li>Competent in using online portals such as FMS and SIMs</li>\n<li>Able to support the governing body with financial monitoring and reporting</li>\n<li>Able to attend governors meetings, when required to do so</li>\n<li>Able to lead a team – including caretaker, cleaners, school secretaries, lunchtime staff and extended schools staff</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We can offer:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A positive, caring and supporting ethos</li>\n<li>Flexibility with working hours and potential to work at home when appropriate</li>\n<li>Opportunities for professional development and training</li>\n<li>Commitment to work-life balance and well-being</li>\n<li>3 day a week support from a Finance Assistant and an HR/Premises Assistant. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><strong>25 hours per week - open to discussion as to when these hours are timetabled across the week and can include some remote working.  Term time only + two weeks.</strong></em></p>\n<p>Closing date for application is <em><strong>Tuesday 10th June 2025 noon </strong></em>with interview to be held on receipt of applications.</p>\n<p>To find our more about our school visit www.stjosephsbracknell.co.uk  or contact Liz Cotten, School Business Manager l.cotten@stjosephsbracknell.co.uk or 01344 425246.  </p>\n<p>Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please telephone the school to arrange (01344 425246) or email the school secretary (<a href=\"mailto:secretary@stjosephsbracknell.co.uk\">secretary@stjosephsbracknell.co.uk</a>)</p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Please email your completed application forms to our School Business Manager at </strong><a href=\"mailto:l.cotten@stjosephsbracknell.co.uk\">l.cotten@stjosephsbracknell.co.uk</a></p>\n<p>Applications will be reviewed on receipt. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p>\n<p>Our school 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. 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To find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit  <a href=\"https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk\">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk</a></p>\n<p>The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) has responsibility for working together to oversee the safety and well-being of children and adults in Bracknell Forest. Find out more about the BFSB at  <a href=\"https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/\">https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/</a></p>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong></p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration. We aim to ensure that individuals are recruited, selected, trained and promoted on the basis of ability, job requirements, skills, aptitudes and other objective criteria. In this respect we will ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, marital status or disability, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which are not covered by legislation or existing codes of practice.</p>\n<p><strong>Disability</strong></p>\n<p>We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification. 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If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">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 12th June 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Marney Ahmed - Commercial Manager</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 786500</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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All staff employed in the school must be aware that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.</p>\n<p>If you are interested in learning more about the position, please contact the Headteacher via the school office, on 01344 421233 or by email, recruitment@bonitas.org.uk. Details of the post are also available on the school website: <a href=\"http://www.ranelagh.bonitas.org.uk\">www.ranelagh.bonitas.org.uk</a> . Please note that CV’s will not be accepted. No agencies.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Monday, 9<sup>th</sup> June 2025 at 12:00</strong></p>\n<p>The school reserves the right to close this advert early in the event that sufficient applications have been received.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"MPS","publishDate":"2025-05-20T10:46:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-09T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/11130650-e9a8-458b-aa35-c3615cd8ffd5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"04308fe5-a49f-4f25-b088-d7a09bd8b49e","title":"Safeguarding Practitioner - Adult Safeguarding Hub","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have an excellent opportunity available for a Safeguarding Practitioner to join our Adult Safeguarding Team here at Wokingham Borough Council on a full-time, permanent basis.</p>\n<p>As a Safeguarding Practitioner, you will play a key role in providing responsive and proactive safeguarding work to support the consistent achievement of good outcomes of people supported under an Adult Safeguarding framework within the borough.</p>\n<p>This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults by applying your professional skills, knowledge of safeguarding legislation, and person-centred practice.</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 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays (Pro-Rata for Part Time)</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>Responsive and proactive safeguarding work to support the consistent achievement of good outcomes of people supported under an Adult Safeguarding framework.</li>\n<li>Responding to Adult Safeguarding concerns</li>\n<li>Undertaking Safeguarding enquiries under Sec 42 Care Act</li>\n<li>Contributing to quality assurance work in a safeguarding context with Provider organisations</li>\n<li>Participating in organisational abuse enquiries</li>\n<li>Working with the partnership around the preventative agenda including undertaking specific project work in line with local and West of Berkshire strategy</li>\n<li>Contribute to delivery of Safeguarding training and workshops at an appropriate level to your knowledge and experience</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Social Work, Nursing or Occupational Therapy qualification or other profession/statutory agency role providing significant experience of working with vulnerable adults in a safeguarding context </li>\n<li>HCPC or NMC registration (or appropriate to qualification/experience)</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively engage all stakeholders   </li>\n<li>Evidenced experience of direct work with Adult Safeguarding issues    </li>\n<li>Ability to handle highly sensitive information with a sound understanding of confidentiality and information sharing protocols</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’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for an informal discussion about the role please contact our team via email <a href=\"mailto:Rebecca.bullock@wokingham.gov.uk\">Rebecca.bullock@wokingham.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong><em>Closing date:</em></strong><em> 27th May 2025, 11pm</em></p>\n<p><strong><em>Interview date:</em></strong><em> TBC</em></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. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,511 - £47, 754 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-05-20T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-27T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ee4d97d1-0fb2-459d-907b-9769ae417ff8.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dc39be94-8c88-46da-ac10-26718727bff7","title":"Curriculum Leader- Drama (maternity cover)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Ranelagh School","location":"Ranelagh School, Ranelagh Drive, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Required for September 2025 on a maternity contract</strong>, an inspirational and talented Curriculum Leader and Drama Teacher to be able to teach up to A level.  <strong>This maternity cover is for our current Curriculum Leader and it is our preference to appoint someone keen to take on these responsibilities; however, applications are also welcomed from colleagues interested in covering the teaching responsibilities without the leadership aspects.</strong></p>\n<p>The Drama Department holds high academic standards and results are excellent. Colleagues use a range of teaching methods with an emphasis on developing students as individuals, contributors to society and to the economy. Throughout the key stages, students investigate theatre, rehearse and perform drama and evaluate and analyse their own work and live theatre. There is a range of teaching material available within department, including playscripts, props, costumes and a variety of stimuli for devising.</p>\n<p>Drama is taught as discrete subject and taught to all key stages. At GCSE, students follow the AQA Drama specification and there are typically two classes in each year group. Sixth Form students follow the Edexcel Drama and Theatre specification and typically there is one class per year group. Most students follow the performer pathway, however each year students do choose to follow the design route, and students have completed their qualifications in lighting, costume and sound at GCSE level.</p>\n<p>If you have a very good knowledge and understanding of the subject and you are an excellent teacher looking to develop your career in a supportive and progressive environment, we would welcome an application from you.  Opportunities for personal development are excellent.</p>\n<p>Ranelagh is an 11-18 coeducational, Anglican Academy (converter) which is oversubscribed and has an excellent reputation for academic achievement and positive school ethos.  The school has had five ‘outstanding’ OFSTED reports, with Grade 1 across all areas, but we are not complacent and as such the provision for professional learning and development is something of which we are all very proud.</p>\n<p>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff employed in the school must be aware that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.</p>\n<p>If you are interested in learning more about the position, please contact the Headteacher via the School Office on 01344 421233 or by email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bonitas.org.uk\">recruitment@bonitas.org.uk</a></p>\n<p>Closing date:  <strong>Monday, 9th June 2025 at 12:00.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>All applications must be submitted via our online application form – no CVs or emailed applications will be considered. 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We encourage children to develop independence, enquiring minds, enjoy their learning and feel proud of their achievements.<br><br>We are seeking to appoint a creative and inspirational teacher, committed to ensuring <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>that all learn in a stimulating learning environment.<br><br></p>\n<p><b>We invite applications from colleagues who:</b><br>• Have a vision and passion for delivering the National Curriculum that inspires learners<br>• Enjoy building positive relationships with children, their families and staff members<br>• Are open to new ideas and work alongside others to plan and deliver an effective curriculum<br>• Have high expectations of all pupils and ensure all pupils achieve<br>• Are reflective and forward thinking, always striving to develop their own skills and knowledge to ensure the quality of education is of the very best standard<br><br></p>\n<p><b>In return we can offer you:</b><br>• Motivated, curious, enthusiastic children.<br>• A friendly and supportive team, who work closely together sharing ideas for planning and delivering our curriculum<br>• A caring ethos where everyone is respected and valued.<br>• Opportunities to work across the Schools’ Learning Alliance/Orchard Learning Alliance which offers excellent professional development and support for our staff. <br>• A well-resourced school with a fabulous outdoor learning environment <br>• ECT mentorship and support.<br>• A commitment to well-being and reducing workload<br><br><b>Please contact Lizzie Smee on <a href=\"mailto:l.smee@churchendacademy.com\">l.smee@churchendacademy.com</a> for application packs or to arrange a visit or visit: <a href=\"https://www.churchendacademy.com\">https://www.churchendacademy.com</a><br></b><br>Closing/Shortlisting: Applications will be shortlisted upon receipt <br>Interviews: TBC<br><br>Churchend is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 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You will provide strong leadership by fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment, promoting high professional standards, and guiding and motivating team members to achieve their goals.</p>\n<p>Working alongside your Assistant Team Managers, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the team, offering supervision and support to Social Workers in managing their caseloads. You will step in where necessary to ensure appropriate plans are in place and that needs-led services and interventions are provided to children and families.</p>\n<p>You will be able to build effective relationships, demonstrating strong assessment and analytical skills, planning and intervention, and work effectively as part of a management team.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>The Children’s Specialist Support Team (CSST) is a highly skilled team working with children who have disabilities and/or complex health needs. We are an experienced, friendly and supportive team who focus on ensuring that children are at the centre of all we do.  We provide a range of services for children with additional needs and those who are assessed to have additional vulnerabilities. This includes the council’s statutory responsibilities for disabled Children in Need in the community (including care packages and short breaks).</p>\n<p>The team is comprised of different disciplines and service areas covering a wide breadth of work with children with disabilities, occupational therapy, short breaks (including Larchwood, our short break respite unit), taking a child first and social model approach to disability.  Partnership and collaborative working is the key to our success.</p>\n<p>We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.</p>\n<p>Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable. </p>\n<p>Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better</p>\n<p>You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href=\"https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs%2Fmeet-our-staff&data=05%7C02%7CLouise.Fallows%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7Cd63e4a84e7434a5c727108dd781679b9%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638798760103730569%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=kF3dYW57Boq5OBHnfB91eVWFRguAfqBqYKfHSRpv7l0%3D&reserved=0\">Meet children's social care staff | Bracknell Forest Council</a>. </p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To manage the delivery and performance of the Children’s Specialist Support Team, including retention and recruitment; workload allocation and management; induction; supervision and development of staff; disciplinary and capability performance management and succession planning.</li>\n<li>To lead within a secure base model and to support and encourage a culture where good social work practice can flourish. Providing a secure physical and psychological base from which to work safely and effectively thus reducing the risk of harm to children and increase and improve their long-term outcomes.</li>\n<li>To ensure the provision of statutory functions are discharged effectively with the specific aim of reducing immediate and emerging risk and escalating the needs of the children to provide the best possible opportunities for all ages and stages of life.</li>\n<li>To promote and support the council’s policies and procedures for safeguarding, ensuring children are at the centre of all decisions, and the social model of disability is respected in all work.</li>\n<li>To ensure arrangements for regular engagement andparticipation with children and young people and parents and carers, by all staff within the service, and to lead on investigations and response to complaints from service users, relatives and carers.</li>\n<li>To lead on strategy discussions, Child in Need meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate threshold decision and planning.</li>\n<li>To undertake regular reviews of, and track, performance data completing audits and contributing to audit programmes and frameworks.</li>\n<li>To develop and maintain effective internal and external working relationships, ensuring a positive working culture within the team, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners, including chairing reviews, planning meetings, strategy discussions and other professional and network meetings.</li>\n<li>Providing high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance.</li>\n<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">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 Thursday 12<sup>th</sup> June 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, 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. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Lou Richer - Head of Service, Specialist Family Safeguarding</p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Lou.Richer@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Lou.Richer@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Helen Gore - Principal Social Worker</p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£60,866 - £63,003 FTE inclusive of £706 London Weighting and £963 Essential Car User Allowance plus annual 4% retention payment after 1 year","publishDate":"2025-05-19T16:27:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/976b9938-dd7e-44e3-a0ee-c9511baee500.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"922c89ed-fe13-4909-975d-dee533c2af99","title":"Nursery Lead","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Fox Hill Primary School","location":"Fox Hill Primary School, Pondmoor Road, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to take on a leadership role?</p>\n<p>We are seeking to appoint passionate and dedicated Nursery Leader to join our inclusive and thriving early years team. 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We are looking for staff who are positive and caring, as well as those who are driven to make a real difference to the lives of the children they work with. </p>\n<p>We can offer:<br>•    A fantastic team of hard-working, dedicated and supportive staff, leadership and Governors <br>•    Enthusiastic children who are kind, curious and keen to learn <br>•    An ethos of valuing and caring for all members of our school community <br>•    A school that is committed to high-quality CPD (Continued Professional Development)<br>•    A commitment to positive work/life balance<br>•    Excellent indoor and outdoor space and facilities for all learners.</p>\n<p>Do you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have previous experience as a Nursery Room Leader, with strong leadership and organisational skills?</li>\n<li>Have a solid understanding of the EYFS framework and a genuine vision and passion for supporting children’s development?</li>\n<li>Have a kind and nurturing approach?</li>\n<li>Aim to be a reflective practitioner who is keen to grow and develop their pedagogy?</li>\n<li>Have a level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, or equivalent?</li>\n<li>Have high expectations for both yourself and the children, with an understanding of educating the whole child through a creative and play-based curriculum?</li>\n<li>Possess the organisational and leadership qualities to lead the running of the Nursery?</li>\n<li>Have high levels of empathy, a knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and how to support all children's individual needs?</li>\n<li>Have a desire to inspire, motivate and make a real difference?</li>\n<li>Hold the belief that all children can achieve their full potential?</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We warmly welcome you for a tour of the school, as we pride ourselves on our friendly, nurturing school environment. Come and meet our committed team and wonderful children! </p>\n<p>Alternatively, please visit our school website www.foxhill.bracknell-forest.sch.uk/ and social media pages. </p>\n<p>Closing date:  Monday 2nd June 2025 at noon. <br>Interviews:  Applications will be considered upon receipt. </p>\n<p>Please contact secretary@foxhillschool.co.uk or telephone 01344 421809 to arrange a visit to the school, or a discussion with the Headteacher and Early Years Leader.</p>\n<p><strong><em>Fox Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.</em></strong> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"BG-H Scale 15-24","publishDate":"2025-05-19T16:17:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a3ff2adf-a07c-4889-8681-31ce6a75132a.JPG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"10374dbc-3d52-4916-8fc0-ed2d27b20cb4","title":"Nursery Teaching Assistant","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Fox Hill Primary School","location":"Fox Hill Primary School, Pondmoor Road, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Level 3 (or equivalent) Early Years trained TA to join our inclusive and thriving Early Years team. 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We are looking for staff who are positive and caring and are driven to make a real difference to the lives of the children they work with.</p>\n<p>We can offer:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A fantastic team of hard-working, dedicated and supportive staff, leadership and Governors</li>\n<li>Enthusiastic children who are kind, curious and keen to learn</li>\n<li>An ethos of valuing and caring for all members of our school community</li>\n<li>A school that is committed to high-quality CPD (Continued Professional Development)</li>\n<li>A commitment to positive work/life balance</li>\n<li>Excellent indoor and outdoor space and facilities for all learners.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Do you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have previous experience working with three-year-olds.</li>\n<li>Have a solid understanding of the EYFS framework and child development, and a genuine passion for supporting children’s development?</li>\n<li>Have a kind and nurturing approach?</li>\n<li>Aim to be a reflective practitioner who is keen to grow and develop their pedagogy?</li>\n<li>Have a level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, or equivalent?</li>\n<li>Have high expectations for both yourself and the children, with an understanding of educating the whole child through a creative and play-based curriculum, with quality interactions at the heart of everything you do?</li>\n<li>Have high levels of empathy, a knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and how to support all children's individual needs?</li>\n<li>Have a desire to inspire, motivate and make a real difference?</li>\n<li>Hold the belief that all children can achieve their full potential?</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We warmly welcome you for a tour of the school, as we pride ourselves on our friendly, nurturing school environment. Come and meet our committed team and wonderful children!</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong> Monday 2nd June 2025 at 12 noon. <br><strong>Interviews:</strong>  To be held in the week commencing 2nd June 2025.</p>\n<p>Please contact secretary@foxhillschool.co.uk or telephone 01344 421809 to arrange a visit to the school, or a discussion with the Headteacher and Early Years Leader.</p>\n<p><strong><em>Fox Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.</em></strong> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"BG-I Scale 6","publishDate":"2025-05-19T16:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f9b3d87c-1035-4122-b10f-aa6ea345e5f3.JPG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1dd6895b-deaa-4157-83b9-b032a0d1fd61","title":"Casual Catering Assistant","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Look Out Discovery Centre, Bracknell, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p>The Look Out Discovery Centre is a very popular visitor attraction with a hands-on science and discovery exhibition, gift shop, coffee shop and play area, set in 1,000 hectares of Crown Estate woodlands. </p>\n<p>Help us deliver a great experience to our customers, and you will experience a great place to work.</p>\n<h3>About you</h3>\n<p>You will be an enthusiastic and reliable person, with the ability and willingness to work flexibly to ensure the consistent provision of services in our cafe. A strong commitment to customer service is essential, along with the confidence to engage with visitors of all ages and backgrounds, helping to create a welcoming and positive experience for everyone.</p>\n<h3>About the team</h3>\n<p>The Woodlarks cafe team plays a key role in helping ensure our customers enjoy their day out at The Look Out Discovery Centre. We take pride in offering friendly, high-quality service while keeping our environment clean, safe, and enjoyable for all.</p>\n<p class=\"\">Open seven days a week, The Look Out Discovery Centre is dedicated to providing a fun and relaxing experience. As part of our team, you will play an important role in making each visit a memorable one.</p>\n<h3><strong>Key responsibilities </strong></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To assist with the preparation and service of food and drinks including the operation of the point of sale system.</li>\n<li>To provide a service to the customers, in a polite and efficient manner.</li>\n<li>To work safely within Health, Safety and Hygiene policies and instructions.</li>\n<li>To assist with special catering functions e.g. children’s parties, as and when required.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Regular opportunities for development with internal and external training courses.</li>\n<li>To work on the doorstep of the picturesque Swinley forest. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to engage with a variety of customers and deliver great customer care.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">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 the week commencing 2nd June 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, 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. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Mike Carne, Catering Manager: 01344 354077</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. 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To arrange a visit please contact our office team on 0118 9375 560 or email <a href=\"mailto:admin@hill.reading.sch.uk\">admin@hill.reading.sch.uk</a></b><br><br></p>\n<p>Applications will be considered on receipt after which suitable candidates will be invited to interview<br><br></p>\n<p>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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Please note that we are unable to accept CVs.<br><br></p>\n<p>Closing date: 8th June 2025 - we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications therefore if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.<br><br></p>\n<p>We welcome applications from all sections of the community.<br><br></p>\n<p>Addington School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. <br><br>Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.. 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We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependant on the needs of the service. </p>\n<h3>About you...</h3>\n<p>As a SEND Officer you will build effective and enabling relationships with families of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and professionals, while supporting the statutory duties of the Bracknell Forest SEND Team.</p>\n<p>As a SEND Officer your reflective nature and passionate approach will see you driving forward improvements which will be delivered through high quality written work.  You will be a clear and comprehensive communicator and through effective organisational skills you will ensure that we meet and look to push beyond our obligations.</p>\n<p>You will be a confident and dependable person who is enthusiastic about special educational needs.  </p>\n<p>Your strong communication skills are key, as well as experience of SEND services for children, young people, and families.  You will promote listening to children at every opportunity; ensuring their views are heard, recorded, and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner.</p>\n<p>Skills in mediating and a solution focussed approach are essential for a SEND Officer.</p>\n<p>Ideally, you will already have experience in a similar role.  However, if you have related knowledge, experience, and skills such as a SENCO, teacher, social worker, SEND casework assistant or therapist/assistant and can demonstrate your strong potential, we are ready to invest in your training and development.</p>\n<p>If you can prioritise work independently and complete work within tight timescales, to meet statutory deadlines and to a good quality then we want to hear from you.</p>\n<p>This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. We will help you to be at your best, so we can be at ours.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>It is an exciting time to join Bracknell Forest!  We continue to invest in our SEND and Specialist Support Service, reflecting the growing number of children and young people identified with additional needs.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest believe that every child and young person should have access to high quality education, with the right support at the right time, so that they can achieve the best outcomes possible as adults.  Our purpose is to support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities to achieve their outcomes so that they can live their best lives. </p>\n<p>We are committed to working with our partners to develop processes around co-production and ensure this is embedded in everything that we do.  We produce strategies that lead to co-delivery of services, making the best use of resources available for children and young people with SEND.</p>\n<p>We are a small but growing team who work closely together to ensure we deliver the best support to families of children and young people with SEND.  Sometimes the work is challenging, but our creative, solution-focused, and collegiate approach means the work is highly rewarding.  Many team members have worked in the SEND Service for several years while others are new to the service.</p>\n<p>You will be joining a friendly and supportive team who share a passion for enabling vulnerable children and young people the best opportunities to achieve great outcomes and secure futures.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>On a day-to-day basis you will be corresponding with the families of children with special educational needs and disabilities to ensure bespoke, holistic delivery plans are in place that best assist the child and their family to meet their needs.  </p>\n<p>This is a diverse post which involves comprehensive knowledge of the SEND statutory framework. Whether working in the office, side by side with colleagues, or some days from home, you will be fully inducted and supported.</p>\n<p>Some of your role and responsibilities will be to:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Manage and oversee the EHC Needs Assessment and placement process for young people.</li>\n<li>Ensure that each assessment is managed efficiently and within Statutory deadlines.</li>\n<li>Ensure that children's assessed needs are accurately described in their EHCPs.</li>\n<li>Negotiate and secure educational provision and placements for children and young people across Berkshire.</li>\n<li>Ensure that all children with EHCPs have their needs reviewed annually and that any agreed amendments to the EHCP and/ or change in provision and placement are made in consultation with parents and all other parties.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>(*pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">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 Monday 9 June 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, 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.  To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Ayanda Larkin, Senior SEND Officer</p>\n<p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:ayanda.larkin-harrison@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">ayanda.larkin-harrison@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Tel.: 01344 355496</p>\n<p>or</p>\n<p>Suzi Austin-Brookes, SEND Service Lead</p>\n<p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:suzi.austin-brookes@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">suzi.austin-brookes@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Tel.: 01344 351758</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,941 - £40,219 inclusive of London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-05-16T14:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4db2101e-f97a-45e3-b0ec-50b546f738d4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1bf65889-21ad-476b-8f7a-e71c2cec67c2","title":"Facilities Management Officer","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p><span>Are you looking for a rewarding new customer focussed role that offers flexible and family-friendly working options? You’ve found it – and plenty more. We are looking for a Facilities Management Officer to work in the Facilities Management (FM) team providing facility services and compliance checks to the council community and other corporate <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>buildings.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>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.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>About the role </span></b><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>You will work in a fast paced mobile environment in various buildings across the borough of Reading as part of the wider Facilities Management team. This role would be ideally suited to someone with experience of carrying out building compliance and other checks, some basic repairs in a corporate type buildings with great customer care attributes and an eye for detail or someone who would like to broaden their skill base into something different.  </span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> <br></span><b><span>Your main duties will include:</span></b><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>To be carrying out compliance and building checks in community centres and other council buildings and either be trained or willing to undertake this training </span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>To carry out health and safety and other checks and lead in emergency situations such as first aid</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Provide inductions to visitors and contractors on site to provide access and facilitate specialist repairs are carried out safely. </span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>To provide customer care to hirers and building users.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>About you:</span></b><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>We are looking for someone with experience of working with the public and a strong commitment to excellent customer care. You will bring compliance or safety-related experience, along with a solid appreciation of the importance of Health & Safety, including practical experience of carrying out statutory compliance tasks in corporate buildings. The role also requires the ability to undertake basic repairs and maintenance work.</span><span> <br></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Flexibility is essential, as you will need to work across different sites and hold a clean driving licence. The role may also involve some evening and weekend work on an overtime basis. As some tasks are physically demanding, you should be comfortable with manual work. A commitment to further training and development is also important for this position.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>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. </span><span> <br></span><span> <br></span><span>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:</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Work Together as one team - </span></b><span>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Drive Efficiency - </span></b><span>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.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Be Ambitious - </span></b><span>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.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Make a Difference to Reading - </span></b><span>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Our offer</span></b><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>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.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>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.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>A nursery in our Civic Offices (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>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.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> <br></span><b><span>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Glyn Bethell (Facilities Manager) - </span></b><a href=\"mailto:glyn.bethell@reading.gov.uk\"><b><span>glyn.bethell@reading.gov.uk</span></b></a> <span> <br></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Closing Date: Sunday 1</span><span>st</span><span> June 2025</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Interview Date: TBC </span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>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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BG:F 31 - BG:E 42 FTE £41,182 - £52,508 incl. london weighting (actual salary part time pro rata) dependent upon experience

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gipsy Lane, Bracknell, Berkshire (On-Site)

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