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Bracknell Forest Council is seeking a Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service to oversee the delivery and coordination of statutory social care during out-of-hours operations across all six unitary authorities of Berkshire. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of diverse community needs and the ability to manage complex service delivery for a large and varied population.</p>\n<h3>About You</h3>\n<p>You will have a social work qualification with valid Social Work England registration, as well as extensive experience of legislation, policy and statutory requirements relating to Children, Adults, Mental Health and Housing.</p>\n<p>You will also have a track record of achievement at senior management level and experience of operational services in a large complex social care, health or other relevant setting. </p>\n<h3>About the Team</h3>\n<p>We are deeply committed to the wellbeing of Berkshire residents, and our dedicated out-of-hours social care team plays a crucial role in safeguarding some of our most vulnerable community members. Our specialist team includes Approved Mental Health Professionals, Senior Social Workers (Children’s Services), Adult Safeguarding Care Coordinators and Call Screening Officers. Collaborating closely with health professionals, the police, and families, we provide vital support and intervention for individuals facing social care crises outside regular hours.</p>\n<p>The Berkshire Emergency Duty Service (hosted by Bracknell Forest Council) provides unique, out-of-hours emergency social care across the entire Berkshire region. We take pride in our community, the care we deliver and the meaningful partnerships we have built with key stakeholders. However, we are always striving to improve, giving our team the time, support and resources to do their best work while also shaping the future of the service. </p>\n<p>This is an exciting time to join the team. Following a recent service restructuring, EDS has been recognised as a safe and effective service that safeguards children and vulnerable adults, earning positive feedback from Ofsted and CQC. 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(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>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.<strong> </strong>\n</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>Why Join Us?</h3>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and adults. We are committed to providing the best possible value for money and ensuring that our services meet the needs of our community.</p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 4th 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. 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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. 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Both subjects are taught throughout the school to students who are highly motivated, creative, and engaged. </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>This position would suit a recently qualified teacher or more experienced teacher who is able to impart passion and enthusiasm for the subjects to highly motivated, creative and engaging students. Kendrick School has a very good track record of developing ECTs and the successful candidate would be joining supportive and experienced departments.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Both History and RS are popular and highly valued subjects at Kendrick School. Many students take these subjects further at GCSE, A Level and at university.  </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Kendrick School is a welcoming, inclusive, and happy community, with students who are engaging, cooperative and eager to learn.  Benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme, free car parking, a contributory pension scheme, training and development and use of the swimming pool and sporting facilities.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>The Ofsted report in November 2022 stated: </span></div>\n<div><span></span></div>\n<div><span>“Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary both in lessons and around the school. They respect and exemplify the values within the school pledge. Pupils love being here. Attendance is high, pupils are punctual, and lessons are free from any low-level disruption”. </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>“Pupils respond to teachers’ very high expectations. They enthusiastically engage in debate and discussion and immerse themselves in all that the curriculum offers. They become confident independent learners, achieve exceptionally well and are very well prepared to become exemplary citizens”.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span><b>Further details and an application form can be downloaded from the school website <a href=\"https://www.kendrick.reading.sch.uk/\">https://www.kendrick.reading.sch.uk/</a> or obtained by emailing <a href=\"mailto:aemberson@kendrick.reading.sch.uk\">aemberson@kendrick.reading.sch.uk</a></b></span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>CVS cannot be accepted as a method of application.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact Amanda Emberson-Powney <a href=\"mailto:aemberson@kendrick.reading.sch.uk\">aemberson@kendrick.reading.sch.uk</a></span><span> to arrange a visit. </span></b></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Closing date for applications: Thursday 15th May 2025.</span></div>\n<div><span>Interviews: week commencing 19th May 2025</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Kendrick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. Kendrick School is an Equal Opportunity employer.</span></div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 - £49,084 Per year.","publishDate":"2025-05-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-15T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/8f1f23bd-56d5-467e-a120-21a8e7bf5d97.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7c3a3d6e-4856-4bbb-b7a8-fe0afe043c36","title":"Technology Enabled Care (TEC) Assessor","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking a dynamic Social Care Coordinator to join our Technology Enabled Care (TEC) Team. You will be responsible for carrying out TEC assessments, implementing TEC as a solution and working closely with Adult Social Care staff, our TEC providers and the TEC Lead. <br><br>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>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>Reading Borough Council is transforming the way it provides care and support by integrating care technologies into practice to enhance peoples’ quality of life.<br><br><strong>About the role:<br></strong>You will be based within Reading Adult Social Care.  Promoting the use of TEC to give greater independence and control to disabled and older people in Reading, enabling them to continue to live in their own homes for longer.<br><br>You will deliver flexible and creative solutions to meet people’s needs in their own homes, that will increase their independence and reduce dependence on care and support.<br><br><strong>Duties will include:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Contribute to the Councils new fall prevention strategy or working closely with the Councils new falls Prevention Team to support the reduction of falls in the community</li>\n<li>Support individuals who use services to maintain their health, wellbeing and independence.</li>\n<li>Ensure that people receive good quality TEC assessments, information, advice and signposting to help build resilience and achieve outcomes that are important to them.</li>\n<li>Undertake complex TEC assessments and reviews in line with Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and where appropriate Mental Health Act 1983 (as emended 2007) duties.</li>\n<li>Promote the ‘think TEC’ principle and deliver flexible and creative solutions to meet people’s needs that will increase their independence and reduce dependence on care and support.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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. You will be supported with training and supervision from the TEC Lead.<br><br>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures.<br><br>You will need to have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent communication skills</li>\n<li>GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent.</li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of Information Governance and Data Protection.</li>\n<li>Understanding or interest in Technology Enabled Care (TEC) solutions, the potential and scope of TEC and how it can creatively be integrated into various packages of care.</li>\n<li>Motivated and enthusiastic about helping to shape the development of the TEC service.</li>\n<li>Experience and understanding of Adult Social Care.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with professionals from other agencies.</li>\n<li>Ideally experience of Technology Enabled Care.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We want our TEC Service to stand out from the crowd and embrace new digital and technological solutions because we believe that technology should be better integrated into care and support packages. <strong><br><br></strong>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></p>\n<p>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><br><strong>Our offer<br></strong>The role involves a combination of working from home, at least one day a week office working and occasional site visit.  <br><strong><br></strong>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement – starting from 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - 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 including working from home</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>Cycle salary sacrifice scheme</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<li>'Your Reading Passport' scheme - competitive rates for local gyms</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>If you have any specific questions or need further information, please contact: Carole Lee, Principal Occupational Therapist, on 0118 937 4712 email on </strong><a href=\"mailto:Carole.Lee@reading.gov.uk\">Carole.Lee@reading.gov.uk</a><strong> or Chidinma Nwahiri, TEC Lead on </strong><strong>07971 655 250 email </strong><a href=\"mailto:Chidinma.Nwahiri@reading.gov.uk\">Chidinma.Nwahiri@reading.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date: Sunday 25<sup>th</sup> May 2025<br>Interview dates: To be confirmed</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. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p>\n<p><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":"£27,269 to £32,654 Per Year","publishDate":"2025-05-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4d7f8a12-abfc-4bd0-a41d-8f5509d57337.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e7466721-08ae-42dd-b924-72db3c422d55","title":"Social Worker - Physical Disability and Older People 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 Physical Disability and Older People (PDOP) Social Care team here at Reading Borough Council (RBC).  Wherever you are in your own career journey, we’re committed to offering the support and development you need.<br><br>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><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></p>\n<p><strong>About the Team:</strong></p>\n<p>The PDOP Team works closely with other teams here at RBC who are involved with the delivery of Adult Social Care.  The PDOP team forms part of the Living Well Service of ASC where the Mental Health and Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) team are also members.  A Head of Service oversees all work and responsibilities of the Living Well Service.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>PDOP is a multi-disciplinary team comprised of Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Social Care Co-ordinators we provide the next step in assessment and support planning to people who are 18 years and over and have a long-term physical disability or are over 65 years old.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Team Vision</strong></p>\n<p><em>‘To maximise the quality of life of Reading residents who have a long-term physical disability or are over 65 years of age and have care act eligible needs using a strength based and problem solving approach.’ </em></p>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p>\n<p>The team is focused on supporting people who require unplanned reviews of their existing care and support or have been identified by the Advice and Well Being Hub in need of ongoing care and support.  We also undertake S.42 safeguarding enquiries and BIA assessments and carry out various legal undertakings in partnership with the Joint Legal Team.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We operate and adhere to the legal framework for adults; Care Act 2014, MCA 2005, DoLS, 2008 (and where appropriate Mental Health Act 1983 (2007), to work with people in a strengths-based way to; promote wellbeing, rights and independence, prevent the need for care and bring about timely interventions with positive outcomes.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our aim is to be a high performing, efficient, multidisciplinary team focusing on TEAM Reading values that supports and values staff and the skills and diversity they bring to the team.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Working as a Social Worker in PDOP you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, where development and training are encouraged.  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> </p>\n<p><strong>Duties include:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To complete timely Care Act assessments with a strength-based focus, delivering positive outcomes for the individuals of Reading</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 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.<br>Undertake community DOLs and prepare records for Court of Protection.</li>\n<li>To be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team member who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>\n<li>To work with the whole team including OT’s and Social Care Co-ordinators to ensure a holistic assessment of need using a strengths-based approach.</li>\n<li>To support on duty when required.</li>\n<li>To hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul>\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>You will need to have:</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 Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended 2007)</li>\n<li>Other legislation linked Mental Health</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>RBC’s 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 - TEAM:<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.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul>\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 Pip Durant (PDOP Team Manager) on 07815 701 876 or </strong><a href=\"mailto:pippa.durant@reading.gov.uk\">pippa.durant@reading.gov.uk</a></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. 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":"£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Workers)","publishDate":"2025-05-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1c540b40-7bdd-4cb6-b9eb-518b9ad3bdce.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ab5c43b2-3d43-45d5-b823-6a87dd2cba4d","title":"Safeguarding Our Schools Team Manager","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you a passionate and experienced safeguarding leader dedicated to ensuring the welfare of children and young people within educational settings?</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is seeking an Education Safeguarding Team Manager to provide strategic leadership and expert advice.</p>\n<p>This high-profile role involves advising senior leaders and the<span> Bracknell-Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) </span>on safeguarding matters, ensuring schools implement robust policies, and fostering a borough-wide culture of best practice in keeping children safe in education.</p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p>You will bring a deep understanding of what it takes to keep children and young people safe and supported, along with a genuine commitment to best practice whilst effectively managing the Safeguarding Team and collaborating with school leaders, headteachers, governors, and multi-agency partners to promote and enable safeguarding, helping children reach their full potential.</p>\n<p>You must have significant experience managing staff in safeguarding or child protection roles, a breadth of experience working within school settings, and an in-depth knowledge of statutory guidance like 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' and 'Working Together'. Essential skills include safeguarding supervision, undertaking audits, developing and delivering training, data analysis, and excellent communication and negotiation skills.</p>\n<p>You will demonstrate the confidence and professionalism to effectively challenge schools on their safeguarding arrangements, always keeping children’s safety at the heart of everything you do.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>You will be leading the dedicated Education Safeguarding Team, which includes an Education Safeguarding Officer and Administrator. This team sits within the Education & Learning section, under the Strategic Lead for SEN Specialist Support Services, as part of the wider People Directorate. You will work collaboratively within the council and with external partners to ensure the highest standards of safeguarding for children in Bracknell Forest.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Effectively line manage the Education Safeguarding Team, overseeing performance management and professional development.  </li>\n<li>Provide expert safeguarding leadership and advice to the education service, ensuring schools are competent and confident in their safeguarding duties and have robust arrangements in place.  </li>\n<li>Represent education services and provide strategic advice at senior multi-agency safeguarding meetings (e.g., LSCB, MAPPA, MARAC) and contribute to relevant subgroups.  </li>\n<li>Monitor and audit safeguarding arrangements, policies, and procedures within schools, providing support and challenge to ensure compliance and best practice.  </li>\n<li>Design, deliver, and evaluate safeguarding training for school staff, and provide direct advisory support, networking, and supervision for Designated Safeguarding Leads.</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 Tuesday 27 May 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>Oliver May, Strategic Lead SEN Specialist Support Services: 01344 354213</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. 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>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</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>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,437 - £52,508 FTE inclusive of London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-05-02T15:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-20T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/affd25b6-b262-400e-bdd6-1f6d77c5c14f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ddbb891c-d110-4c91-8730-ef7f1cbac4fe","title":"TEACHER OF PE - MATERNITY COVER","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"King's Academy Easthampstead Park","location":"King's Academy Easthampstead Park","locationType":3,"description":"<p>A fantastic opportunity awaits you; a chance to join a dynamic and supportive PE department in a forward thinking school.</p>\n<p>Due to a valued member of staff commencing their maternity leave in the Autumn term, we are seeking to appoint a Teacher of PE on a one-year fixed term basis. 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(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 11th 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>Sarah Faulkner - Registered Manger</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 353333</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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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. You will manage your workload, tools, and materials to maximize quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. <br><br>This role also requires availability for emergency call-out as part of a rota system for out-of-hours emergencies.</p>\n<p><strong><b><br>Requirements:</b></strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>City and Guilds or NVQ in Floorcovering with demonstrable experience in a range of flooring skills.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Building Trades/Construction.</li>\n<li>Experience in refurbishment and repairs within the general building business.</li>\n<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Skilled in installing various flooring systems and preparing subfloors.</li>\n<li>Excellent customer care and communication skills.</li>\n<li>Full current driving licence.</li>\n</ul>\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. 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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>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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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? We’re seeking a Supervising Income and Recovery Officer to lead our dedicated team supporting vulnerable adults in managing social care-related finances.<br><br>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><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.</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> </p>\n<p><strong><b>About the Role:</b></strong><br>This is a key supervisory role within our Client Finances team. 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. The aim is to ensure an effective trauma-informed ‘whole family’ response to needs and risk for children. <br class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">There are numerous opportunities for training and development at BFfC. We have secured excellent training for all our staff through Research in Practice and established a sound partnership with the NSPCC. We value our staff and want to support them in their progression with us.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">For a limited time (until 31 March 2024) we are offering an additional welcome payment to eligible social workers joining one of our TfF teams and, from 1 April 2023, we are also offering loyalty payments at 12 and 24 months.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We are doing this to strengthen our teams and ensure children and young people get the continuity and stability they deserve. 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. 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Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service and Bracknell Forest Council Out of Hours

Bracknell Forest Council

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£80,124 - £87,321 FTE (inclusive of 10% on-call allowance and £706 London Weighting)

Berkshire Emergency Duty Service, Bracknell, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

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Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service needed to lead and manage social care operations during out-of-hours across six Berkshire authorities.

Social Worker - Community Older Adults Mental Health (COAMH)

Wokingham Borough Council

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£41,511 - £47,754 Per annum, Plus benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

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Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENDCo)

Holly Spring Primary School

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TMS/UPS plus SEN allowance

Holly Spring Primary School (On-Site)

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Early Years Class Teacher

Holly Spring Primary School

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Teachers pay scale, plus a TLR

Holly Spring Primary School (On-Site)

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Social Care Coordinator - Advice and Wellbeing Hub (OT Pathway)

Reading Borough Council

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£27,269 - £32,654 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

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History Teacher (with RS) - Kendrick School

Reading Borough Council

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£31,650 - £49,084 Per year.

Reading (On-Site)

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Technology Enabled Care (TEC) Assessor

Reading Borough Council

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£27,269 to £32,654 Per Year

Reading (On-Site)

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Social Worker - Physical Disability and Older People Team

Reading Borough Council

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£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Workers)

Reading (On-Site)

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Safeguarding Our Schools Team Manager

Bracknell Forest Council

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£47,437 - £52,508 FTE inclusive of London Weighting

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

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TEACHER OF PE - MATERNITY COVER

King's Academy Easthampstead Park

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King's Academy Easthampstead Park (On-Site)

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Generic Support Worker

Bracknell Forest Council

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£25,889 - £29,330 FTE inclusive of £706 London Weighting

Waymead (On-Site)

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Pastoral Support Assistant

Kedleston Group

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£27,563 (SCP4) - £28,354 (SCP6) per year

Hawley (On-Site)

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SEN Teacher

Kedleston Group

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M1 £21,848 - UPS3 £32,397 (actual salary) + SEN allowance £1,608

Hawley (On-Site)

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Class Teacher - St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Reading Borough Council

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£31,650 - £49,084 per year.

Reading (On-Site)

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Floor Layer - Housing Repairs Team

Reading Borough Council

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£32,293 - £35,235 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

Class Teacher KS1/KS2 - Civitas Academy

Reading Borough Council

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£31,650 - £43,607 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Supervising Income and Recovery Officer

Reading Borough Council

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£37,938 - £42,708 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

Social Worker - Together for Families Team

Brighter Futures for Children

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includes £8,000 Annual Market Supplement

Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Recovery Officer

Wokingham Borough Council

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£30,599 - £34,314 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

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