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Team Manager – Children's Social Work Children in Care Team £55,620 - £58,692 (plus £5k market supplement) Hybrid role – Newham Dockside Closing date: 08/08/2025 at 23:59 – please apply ASAP as we may interview Shortlist able Candidates before the closing date. WE ARE NEWHAM We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We’re a challenging yet rewarding place to practise social work, with the networks in place to enable you to be the best social worker you can be and make a real difference to our children and their families. Our social care services were rated GOOD overall by Ofsted, with leadership rated as OUTSTANDING, and we continue to strive for excellence. We’ve been working tirelessly to establish a Centre of Excellence for Children’s Services through investment, co-production and by continuously developing our Circles of Support practice model; centring on systemic and restorative practice and a specialist support offer for our practitioners. We value your development and wellbeing. In Newham, career progression is a reality for many. We offer flexible working, a modern office space, and a clinical offer to support you in doing your best work. ABOUT THE ROLE We are currently looking for a Team Manager to join our Children in Care (CiC) service. This role leads statutory work that can change the lives of children and young people in the care of the Local Authority. You will spend the majority of your time supporting your team of 6 social workers on complex and rewarding cases. Team Managers play a key role in our Circles of Support by ensuring that our social workers feel supported and that high-quality practice is delivered to children and families. You’ll be expected to show strong but compassionate leadership and create a secure team environment of open discussion and challenge, allowing systemic practice to flourish. You will supervise newly qualified social workers and students, and ensure that children in care receive the highest possible standards of care, support, and advocacy. For more information about the role, please click on the JD here ABOUT YOU We’re looking for resilient, experienced Team Managers who are passionate about improving the lives of children and young people in care. You pride yourself on supporting and developing people and practice, approaching management with energy and enthusiasm whilst always finding time to lend a sympathetic ear to your team. You are a qualified social work manager registered with Social Work England, with experience in statutory social work management, including working with children in care. You understand the challenges faced by children and young people in care and are confident leading a team of practitioners towards life-changing outcomes. You embrace our people-focused values and want to be an active part of Newham’s Circles of Support. You’re not afraid of change. You want a career-defining role. WHY WORK WITH US? - We’re a GOOD local authority focused on reaching excellence. - Ofsted graded our senior leadership as OUTSTANDING. - We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working. - Stability: 100% of our Service Managers and 71% of Team Managers are permanent. - Our practice model, Circles of Support, was nominated for the MJ Award for Innovation in Children’s Services. - Career progression: 30 internal promotions in 2023. - Social Care Academy: 47 social workers have studied systemic higher education with us since 2020. - Competitive package including market supplement. - Oyster card/parking permit for business use. - Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits. - Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme, Local Authority pension. TO APPLY Please submit your CV and a supporting statement (1–2 sides of A4) through our online recruitment portal: <a href="https://www.newham.gov.uk/jobs-training/find-apply-job-us" target="_blank">https://www.newham.gov.uk/jobs-training/find-apply-job-us</a> Shortlisting decisions will be based on candidates' relevant experience and suitability for the role in line with the person specification. Closing date: 08/08/2025 at 23:59 Interviews: ASAP Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Team Manager - Children in Care Team

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Salary: £53,857- £61,470 Grade: Level 5 Zone 1 Location:&nbsp;5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Contract Type:&nbsp;(9 Months) Fixed Term / Secondment Hours:&nbsp;Full Time (36 Hours) Closing Date: Sunday 10th August at 23:59 &nbsp; About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing&nbsp; Join us as the Acting Tree Manager, where you'll be at the forefront of managing and maintaining approximately 29,000 council-owned trees. You'll oversee a substantial annual tree contract worth £820k, a corporate budget of £45k combined with a capital programme of £450k for tree planting.&nbsp; In this role, you'll lead a dedicated team, including a Senior Tree Officer, a Planting Tree Officer, and four Tree Officers, while also collaborating with the London Tree Officers Association (LTOA) and the Association of Tree Officers (ATO). As the lead Council officer for arboricultural issues, you'll provide expert advice to officers, Councillors, other organisations, and the public.&nbsp; Your responsibilities will include identifying best practices, ensuring value for money in corporate tree management, and liaising with various service areas such as Insurance, Legal, Housing, Transport Planning, and more. If you're ready to take on a strategic role in tree risk management and contribute to a greener, healthier community, we want to hear from you! To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. You should have a recognised arboricultural qualification, such as a Level 6 Arboriculture Diploma, an MSc in Arboriculture or Forestry, Chartered Arboriculturist status, or 10 years of industry experience with relevant Local Authority experience. Your background will include managing complex operational contracts and effectively deploying tree and project officers.&nbsp; A deep understanding of the latest legislation, national and regional policies, and best practices in arboriculture and tree maintenance is essential. You should be knowledgeable about tree risk management, including detecting and managing diseases and handling tree-related insurance claims.&nbsp; Competence in the strategic management of IT systems to guide tree management is crucial. You must be able to deliver effective services and work in partnership with various departments, bodies, and agencies. Strong communication skills are necessary, as you will need to interact effectively with staff, customers, chief officers, councillors, and representative bodies.&nbsp; Additionally, you should be confident and resilient, capable of dealing with unexpected situations using sound judgment and problem-solving skills. Your ability to carry out tree inspections, surveys, and diagnose faults or diseases will be vital. Finally, you should be physically fit to respond to emergency call-outs and handle urgent situations calmly and systematically. What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden 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. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG,

Camden Council

Acting Tree Manager

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Salary:&nbsp;£48,969 - £50,706&nbsp;(based on experience) + Travel Allowance Location: 5 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG Hours per week: 36 Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Closing Date: Sunday 31st August 2025 at 23:55&nbsp; Interview: TBC ** We are recruiting for experienced Qualified Social Workers. You must be registered with SWE and have at least two years post-qualifying experience. ** About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; We are recruiting for two areas in Children’s Services: Children in Need (CIN) and&nbsp;Children &amp; Young People’s Disability Service (CYPDS) CIN Service As a Social Worker supporting and monitoring children in need and those subject to child protection plans, you will be skilled in identifying and addressing risk, and work alongside families to ensure the children’s safety, development and wellbeing are paramount. CYPDS Service The Children and Young People’s Disability Service (CYPDS) works in an integrated way with MOSAIC the integrated children’s health service for disabled children and young people who have complex developmental needs and with the Camden Learning Disability Service.&nbsp; Please kindly specify which area/s you’re applying for on your supporting statement in your application. Our Children's Family Help and Safeguarding Service values are that we put children and families at the heart of our practice, which is the core of relational practice.&nbsp; We use a unique way of working withinCamden’s Relational Practice Framework, which is a relationship-based practice, where relationships are at the heart of what we do. It is based on strong relationships between social workers and families and informed by their experiences. Being relational means Camden children, young people, parents and carers, networks, residents and communities experience a workforce that is curious, kind, courageous, honest and collaborative.&nbsp; Our staff are central to our success and are involved every step of the way. Their work supports improved outcomes for children, their families, and care leavers. Join our Children's Family Help and Safeguarding team and be part of a team implementing real social change, who are committed to making children’s and families' lives better within the borough. Our Children's Family Help and Safeguarding Service works with people living in Camden, under the age of 18 and their families who may need some support to achieve this. We also work with care leavers and children with disabilities up to the age of 25. We have been rated outstanding by Ofsted and are continually looking to innovate and maintain these standards. This is an opportunity to join a thriving &amp; dynamic service with an OFSTED rating of OUTSTANDING. What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved You will be a versatile, agile, and experienced Social Worker. You will have experience in dealing with children, young people and their families with complex needs. Your remit will include taking responsibility for a caseload including child in need work, child protection, where required initiate court proceedings and undertaking a range of duties and responsibilities on behalf of the Department.&nbsp; As a Social Worker within Children's Family Help and Safeguarding Service, you will have a manageable caseload comprising of Child Protection, Children in Need cases and some court work. You will have the skills and ability to undertake complex assessments of children and their families and formulate intervention plans that address the identified needs. You will provide direct social work intervention to children and families in need, undertaking direct work with children ensuring their views and wishes are obtained and are incorporated into the care planning and intervention provided.&nbsp; As a Social Worker supporting and monitoring children in need and those subject to child protection plans, you will be skilled in identifying and addressing risk, and work alongside families to ensure the children’s safety, development and wellbeing are paramount. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS. Please note Camden also offers the DBS update service. To view the CIN Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your Microsoft Edge browser (please note the attached will not open in other browsers):&nbsp;<a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11063160/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11063160/file/documen…</a> To view the CYPDS Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your Microsoft Edge browser (please note the attached will not open in other browsers):&nbsp;<a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11063153/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11063153/file/documen…</a>&nbsp; All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. To be considered for one of these fantastic opportunities it is essential the successful candidate&nbsp;is a fully qualified and accredited Social Worker with current Social Work England (SWE) registration and has at least two years post qualifying experience. The post holder must have previous demonstrable experience writing&nbsp;complex assessments of a child's needs and/or risk,

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<h2>Finance Manager</h2>
In response to significant development across the LGPS (Local Governmant Pensions Scheme) sector, we are looking for one of two Finance Managers who can apply their expertise and knowledge of the LGPS to deliver high quality financial services to senior stakeholders of the London Pensions Fund Authority. You will manage a small team and will report to the Head of Finance and Accountancy. This is a role that really matters and requires the ability to develop close working relationships across our organisation. With responsibility for our operational accounts, you will shape budgets, improve our reporting and support our risk management. You are comfortable with complex data and the insights that it can deliver. You are a qualified professional and will work closely with the other Finance Manager, providing cover when required. You will proactively contribute to our vision within our innovative, high performance and continuous improvement culture.
We offer a friendly, professional and supportive working environment and a range of attractive employee benefits including but not limited to flexible working, generous holiday entitlements, Bupa Health Insurance, an LGPS pension, support for professional development, an employee assistance service and an office gym.
<h4>Qualifications and experience</h4>
Professional&nbsp;Membership/Qualifications
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<li>Member of CCAB (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).</li>
<li>Evidence of significant relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD).</li>
<li>Educated to degree level or equivalent.</li>
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Essential Experience
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<li>Significant experience producing statutory accounts under IFRS (CIPFA code) including investment accounting.</li>
<li>Previous experience of working in a similar role within the LGPS.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the major issues facing the local government pension scheme, understanding of the national policy context, requirements and future direction.</li>
<li>Experience of working effectively in an area with competing demands and tight timescales.</li>
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<h4>Hours and Salary</h4>
This is intended to be a full-time permanent role with the successful applicant working a minimum of two days per week in the office.
The salary is in the range of £78,000 - £82,400 dependent on experience + 10% discretionary bonus.
For full details, see the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lpfa.org.uk/storage/app/media/uploaded-files/Job%20Description%20Finance%20Manager%20July%202025.pdf" target="_blank">job description.</a>&nbsp;To apply, please send a CV and covering letter (maximum two pages) setting out your suitability for the role to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@lpfa.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@lpfa.org.uk</a>.&nbsp;
Please complete and submit an&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lpfa.org.uk/downloads/126" target="_blank">Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form</a>&nbsp;with your CV and covering letter.
For more information on how we collect and use candidate data, please read this&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lpfa.org.uk/storage/app/media/uploaded-files/jobapplicantprivacynoticepolicysvvfinal260120211.pdf" target="_blank">document</a>.
To apply for this role, you must be eligible to work in the UK.
The deadline for applications is&nbsp;midnight&nbsp;on&nbsp;17&nbsp;August 2025. &nbsp;

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Local Service Manager (LSM) - FTC 18 Months - ASAP
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We are a small company and pride ourselves on our local personal offer to our tenants, our excellent engagement with our tenants, the can-do attitude and brilliant teamwork of our staff, and our aspirations to be the best small housing provider.&nbsp;
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At GHHA we love to see staff talking ownership of their work and creating amazing places for our tenants to live. We will support you to develop the right skills, and as we enter 2025 we are looking at a revised training and development plan for our staff that meets both professional and personal ambitions.
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As a small company, it means that every employee gets involved in delivering our services.&nbsp; Whilst you will have your primary duties, you will soon find that no two days are the same, as you can be a genuine part of influencing how we do what we do alongside our tenants. Over the next few years we are transforming what we do and how we do it we would love you to bring your skills and experience and ideas to GHHA so we can be the best we can be.
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Are you organised, detail‑driven, and enjoy working in a role where no two days are the same? As a Planning Technical Support Officer, you will be at the heart of our busy planning service, helping to shape the future of Reading by supporting the processing of planning applications that impact how our town grows and develops.&nbsp; Reading is a vibrant town subject to considerable development growth but that brings with it a large and varied amount of work for the Council’s planning team.&nbsp; We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the role: This is an exciting opportunity to join our Planning Technical Support Team, where you will play a key role in validating and administering planning applications, along with a variety of other tasks handled by the Team. You will work closely with Planning Officers on casework while also being a first point of contact for customers, responding to enquiries on all aspects of development in Reading as well as property history. About you: Qualities and Experience required for this role:
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<li>You have some experience working in local government or a similar customer‑focused office environment and enjoy providing a high level of service.</li>
<li>You’re a clear communicator, both in writing and in person, and you’re confident using basic maths in your day‑to‑day work.</li>
<li>You know how to organise your workload effectively, manage your time well, and meet deadlines without compromising on accuracy.</li>
<li>You’re equally comfortable working independently – including from home – and collaborating as part of a supportive team.</li>
<li>You’re confident using IT systems to keep accurate records, manage data, and support smooth administrative processes.</li>
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You’ll be part of a team of Technical Support Officers where each individual plays 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. 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. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>A nursery in our Civic Offices (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
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To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Nicola Bennett – Senior Planning Technical Support Officer: <a href="mailto:nicola.bennett@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">nicola.bennett@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Sunday 17th August 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

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Salary: NJC 12 - 15 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: Full Time, 37hrs Contract type: Fixed term (initially until July 18th 2026) Start date: ASAP Your new school The Rawlett School is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 57 schools with 10 in the Midlands, which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. The Rawlett School is a secondary school led by a dedicated and ambitious Executive Principal, Jasmine Woodard. The school are on a transformational journey and Jasmine has a track record of successfully delivering this. Jasmine is now looking for ambitious staff to be part of this incredibly rewarding, yet challenging, journey and this is an opportunity for you to be part of that as we look to recruit a Pastoral Manager. Your new role You will join the pastoral team which is made up of 13 hard working individuals and you'll be responsible for supporting year 10. You will play a vital role in supporting the Senior Leadership Team to build and maintain a disciplined, yet caring ethos across the school. You will promote and support positive behaviour and high levels of attendance from students, and develop and deliver strategies to improve pastoral care across the school. You will liaise with students, staff, teachers, families, and agencies where required, and will support teachers to provide consistent pastoral care to students within year 10. What you'll need to succeed You will be confident in communicating and fostering good relationships with a range of people including pupils, staff, teachers, families, and agencies where required. You will have experience in behaviour management strategies to encourage positive behaviour and be able to motivate pupils and promote high expectations. You will also have experience of intervention programmes that accelerate progress and a commitment to raising attainment and safeguarding vulnerable young people. You will need to have a GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4-9) or equivalent. We offer you:<ul>
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CPD: Outstanding whole school CPD programme, including sessions with David Didau, Clare Sealy and Tom Bennett.</li>
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Training: Continuous growth and development training opportunities across 57 Lift Schools. </li>
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Generous benefits: From your pension to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.</li>
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Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.</li>
</ul> The role is due to commence ASAP. This is initially a fixed term contract but we are hopeful it will be extended or made permanent. If you would like to have a confidential discussion and/or arrange a tour of the school with Jasmine Woodward ahead of applying please contact her us. Please don't wait until the role closes; we will be looking at applications as they come in and arranging interviews ASAP. Closing date: Monday 18th August Interview: Week commencing 25th August Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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Job Title:&nbsp;Cash Management Officer
Location:&nbsp;Central Office based in Islington (10 minute walk from Highbury &amp; Islington and/or Angel stations) Please note that this location does not have step free access
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 or 9:30 - 17:30. This is a Hybrid role 3 days based in our Head Office and 2 days work from home with occasional visits to our various services.&nbsp;
Salary: &nbsp;£30,600
About the role
We here at Social Interest Group (SIG) are looking for a&nbsp;Cash Management Officer&nbsp;to join our Finance team to drive the delivery and management of our cashflow forecasts to support central and operational teams with their financial budgets and controls to manage and maximise the funds entrusted to us to support our residents and participants.&nbsp;
You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive finance team, helping to improve processes, develop financial tools, and deliver training where needed. Your work will ensure financial accuracy and integrity across the Group and its subsidiaries, enabling our services to run smoothly and effectively.
Key Responsibilities Include:
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<li>Manage daily banking transactions and reconciliations</li>
<li>Support with weekly cash-flow forecasts and monthly credit card reconciliations</li>
<li>Maintain and update financial records, petty cash, and reporting templates</li>
<li>Assist with audit preparation and ensure compliance with SIG policies and legal standards</li>
<li>Monitor spending trends and provide clear reports and analysis</li>
<li>Act as a key contact for finance-related enquiries and stakeholder communication</li>
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About You
We are looking for someone experienced in cash management, a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives on structure, accuracy, and making meaningful contributions within a purpose-led organisation. You will need to understand the importance of financial integrity in the not-for-profit sector and be passionate about using your skills to support effective service delivery for those who need it most.
Are you someone who has a positive, can-do attitude to your work and take pride in being highly organised, dependable, and responsive. You’re comfortable working with numbers, systems, and people — and you know how to balance all three effectively in a fast-paced environment.
We’re looking for someone who is:
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<li>Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality</li>
<li>Proactive and able to take initiative in a fast-paced, evolving environment</li>
<li>Comfortable balancing independent work with collaborative team efforts</li>
<li>A confident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels</li>
<li>Knowledgeable in financial control processes and reporting best practices</li>
<li>Experienced in using finance systems and managing large volumes of data</li>
<li>Friendly, approachable, and values-driven — with a passion for supporting others</li>
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Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more through Tickets for Good</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement</li>
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We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Cash Management Officer

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Brighter Futures for Children
Adoption &amp; Permanence Service
 Work location: Civic Centre, Reading (hybrid working available in-line with BFfC agreed expectations and service needs)
About us Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. However, the company will be merged back into the Council as of October and this post will then be within Reading Borough Council’s (RBC’s) Children’s Services Kinship Team. All Children’s Services employees enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.
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 &amp; prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.
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.
About the role We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Kinship team within Brighter Futures for Children’s Adoption &amp; Permanence Service.
Our Adoption &amp; Permanence Service sits within our Children’s Social Care Service. The Service, brings together a number of our permanency services, including, but not limited to: • Permanency Planning for all Children Looked After aged up to 10 years. • Family finding for children with Care Plans of permanent fostering. • The assessment of Connected Carers and Special Guardians. • Supervision of and support to Connected Carers. • The provision of Special Guardianship Support Services. • The registration of Private Foster Carers and monitoring and supporting private fostering arrangements. • The management of the BFfC Permanence Allowance Scheme. • Liaison with our RAA and the day-to-day management of our RAA contract. • The provision of support and advice to social workers and managers across the local authority, with regards to achieving and maintaining permanent placements for Children Looked After. • The completion of Life Books and setting up of contact arrangements for adopted children. • The completion of Life Books for children permanently placed for long-term fostering.
The post holder will hold a caseload of the more complex cases being managed within the service. This will require them to have a high level of relevant knowledge regarding Children &amp; Families social work practice along with experience and skills in working with substitute carers, in particular Kinship Carers, including Special Guardians. This post holder will also need to be experienced and confident around giving evidence and managing cross examination in Court, and to have good working knowledge of the adoption process for Children Looked After.
Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: • Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution • Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service) • Discounted Child Care (on site nursery) • Cycle to work scheme. • Season train ticket loans • Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme • A range of local shopping discounts
Post specific training will be made available to the successful applicant dependent on previous experience.
Training will also be made available around: • Relevant BFfC policies, procedures and Practice Guidance. • The BFfC Mosaic records system.
Professional supervision will be available and Individual professional objectives will be set as part of your continuous professional development and will be reviewed through professional supervision and annual appraisals (with six monthly review).
Inclusion and Diversity 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.
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. Asking for Adjustments 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. 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.
Closing date: Sunday 17th August
Interview date: Friday 29th AugustNote: Interviews will be held face-to-face at the Civic Offices in Reading
We look forward to hearing from you!

Brighter Futures for Children

Consultant Practitioners

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Health Wellbeing and Care 
0.8 Lecturer in Beauty 
£27,312.00 - £33,951.20 per annum including London Weighting Allowance (pro rata of £34,140.00 - £42,439.00 per annum including London Weighting Allowance)
Part Time and Permanent 
We are seeking ambitious, outstanding candidates to join our teaching staff at United Colleges Group.&nbsp;We are a forward-thinking education provider and our mission is to deliver outstanding, world class education and skills.&nbsp;
Who we are
UCG provides education to over 11,000 learners a year, including 16–18-year-olds, adults, apprentices, and students with high needs.
With an annual turnover of over £50m, we are one of the top 20 largest college groups in the UK. We offer education and training in almost all vocational areas at a variety of levels for a wide range of learners of all ages and starting points.
Our students UCG attracts students from across London and beyond. Our students come from a diverse range of backgrounds. In the academic year 2022-23, we enrolled more than 3500 full time 16-18 students, 8,000 adult learners and over 450 apprentices across our Group. UCG currently enrol 250+ HE students per year, across 4 campuses onto 12 courses from STEM subjects (Science, Construction, Engineering, and Computing) to Business, Music and Professional Qualifications.
We have around 1,000 dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic staff who always put the needs of our students first and we are now looking for a Lecturer in Plumbing to join our cohort of dedicated staff.
Our mission is to provide all our learners with the very best knowledge and to break down any barriers to learning. We pride ourselves on enabling our learners to meet their individual needs and aspirations and we deliver a learning experience that is unique, enjoyable and rewarding.
About You
United Colleges Group (UCG) is based at the heart of the education sector in London.&nbsp; With a combined turnover of £50m, the Group has both the ambition and strength to create a lasting difference in the local communities it serves, and beyond.
An experienced Beauty Therapy Lecturer position is available on our team. The chosen candidate will be passionate and be able to raise achievement through motivating, challenging, and inspiring our students.
You will have the knowledge and experience to deliver highly effective teaching, learning, and assessment, assisting students in reaching their full potential and making positive progress toward timely achievement, future study, and employment.
Your responsibility will be to educate students at various levels and courses, ranging from E3 to Level 3. You will be responsible for lesson planning and preparation, assessment, exam preparation, and providing continuous support to students to develop their knowledge and skills.
You will have expert understanding of the curriculum area, which may be supplemented by relevant industry or professional experience, as well as a formal certificate that supports this knowledge. Essentially, you must have experience and knowledge of working with all skin tones.
You must hold:
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<li>A Level 3 qualification or equivalent in the vocational area and be fully teacher qualified or be willing to work towards obtaining a teaching qualification.</li>
<li>An assessor award</li>
<li>An IQA qualification or be willing to work towards obtaining the IQA qualification within the first 3 months of appointment</li>
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In return, the Group offers generous annual leave, a defined-benefit pension scheme, an interest-free season ticket loan, cycle scheme, free sight tests, enhanced maternity and paternity leave schemes and many other benefits.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.&nbsp; Successful applicants will be subject to full-vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check.
If you’re ready to join a College that has the resources to develop the talents of both students and staff, you can find more information on this role in the job description attachment on the left. 
How to Apply
If you’re ready to join a Group that has the resources to develop the talents of both students and staff, you can find more information on this role and details on how to apply by visiting our dedicated recruitment website. Alternatively, you can e-mail us on <a href="mailto:hr@ucg.ac.uk" target="_blank">hr@ucg.ac.uk</a> for more information, quoting the job reference.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.&nbsp; Successful applicants will be subject to full-vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check.
Please note that we may close the application prior to the listed date should sufficient applicants be received.

United Colleges Group

0.8 Lecturer in Beauty

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The Look Out Discovery Centre is a very popular visitor attraction set in 1,000 hectares of Crown Estate woodlands.&nbsp;
Help us deliver a great experience to our customers and you will experience a great place to work.
<h3>About you…</h3>
You are enthusiastic, confident and reliable, someone who enjoys engaging with people of all ages and backgrounds. You thrive in interactive environments and have a genuine passion for helping children explore and enjoy science, whether this is working independently, or as a valued member of a supportive team.
You will take pride in providing an excellent visitor experience and assist children with hands-on science activities, ensuring their visit is not only fun and educational but also safe and well-organised.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
Our team is passionate about science and working with children and we love to collaborate to make sure this goes as smoothly as possible. We encourage each other in our development and learning around science show topics, learn from and share tips with one another and support each other with challenging tasks.
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.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
Our team of Explainers go above and beyond to ensure all visitors enjoy their experience in the science exhibition, interacting with children and assisting them with the activities, making their visit fun, informative, clean and safe.
Explainers:
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<li>Present science shows to groups and the public.</li>
<li>Host birthday parties.</li>
<li>Welcome customers at the door, being sensitive and taking initiative in assisting and caring for the needs of visitors.</li>
<li>Maintain high standards within the exhibition, undertaking cleaning duties to ensure facilities are clean and well-presented.</li>
<li>Facilitate the experience of visitors, assisting with the operation of exhibits and helping visitors gain enjoyment and understanding.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits…</h3>
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<li>An inclusive and social working environment.</li>
<li>Training opportunities available.</li>
<li>An attractive and competitive hourly rate.</li>
<li>To work on the doorstep of the picturesque Swinley forest.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The opportunity to engage with a variety of customers and deliver great customer care.</li>
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<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
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" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held w/c 14th August 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role.&nbsp; Please contact:
Julia Inglis-Taylor : Exhibition Manager : 01344 354436
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
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 &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.

Bracknell Forest Council

Casual Explainer

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We have an exciting opportunity available for 3 motivated Customer Service Officers, to join us as key members of the Customer Services Team here at Wokingham Borough Council.
1 x full-time permanent contract and 2 x 15 months Fixed Term Contracts
We are looking for an enthusiastic Customer Services Officer with excellent communication skills who can assist, signpost, and resolve a wide variety of enquiries. We want every interaction with our residents to be the very best experience we can make it.
If you are a customer focused professional who is a proven clear thinker, well-organised with excellent communication and IT skills, we would love to hear from you.
This is an excellent platform for you to progress your professional career in Customer Services.&nbsp;
Benefits:
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:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>To act as the initial point of contact for enquiries covering a full range of front-line services, through all contact channels (telephone, face to face, email and web chats).</li>
<li>Understanding the customers' needs, escalating where appropriate and undertaking any follow up administrative work or system input tasks.</li>
<li>To work collabratively with other services to improve the customer journey including undertaking of regular training to expand and update knowledge of the Council's operations</li>
<li>To facilitate Blue Badge applications through Gov.uk Manage Blue Badges scheme. Handling appointments, applications and payments. Undertaking any follow up administrative work or system input tasks.</li>
<li>Take an active role, through reception duties, in ensuring the main council offices are welcoming and safe for all colleagues and visitors. Adhering to and promoting best practice and Health and Safety guidelines.</li>
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Candidate Requirements:
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<li>The ability to listen, extract and assess important information</li>
<li>A strong customer service ethos, striving to continually improve our customer's experience.</li>
<li>A can do, confident attitude; be trustworthy, dependable, and able to deliver on what is promised.</li>
<li>A desire to improve their skills, knowledge and experience.</li>
<li>The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and generally busy environment</li>
</ul>
Our Area:
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.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Karen Staff, Customer Services Team Leader at <a href="mailto:karen.staff@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.staff@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Sunday 117th August 2025, 11pm
Interview date: W/C 26th August 2025 (subject to change)
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. &nbsp;Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
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.
&nbsp;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.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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 &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Wokingham Borough Council

Customer Service Advisor

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We are looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist to come and join the Physical Disability and Older People (PDOP) Social Care team here at Reading Borough Council (RBC).&nbsp; Wherever you are in your own career journey, we’re committed to offering the support and development you need. 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. Working as an Occupational Therapist for Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and supportive team. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, services users, and health care providers. 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. If you’re an Occupational Therapist interested in working in a friendly and dynamic team then we’d love to hear from you... About the Team: The PDOP Team works closely with other teams here at RBC who are involved with the delivery of Adult Social Care.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; A Head of Service oversees all work and responsibilities of the Living Well Service. 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. Team Vision: ‘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.’ About the Role: The team is focused on supporting people who require unplanned reviews of their existing care and support, or who have been identified by the Advice and Well Being Hub in need of ongoing care and support.&nbsp; 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), and work alongside Moving and Handling guidance; and BAOT’s code of ethics.&nbsp; We pride ourselves in working 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. 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. You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents of Reading. Using a strengths-based approach and your unique OT skill set you will support individuals with long term physical disabilities and the elderly population of Reading, to find solutions, promote wellbeing and healthy occupations through a variety of interventions including provision of equipment, adaptations, moving and handling, goal planning, risk assessments. You will work closely with care providers, Housing Services and Health colleagues. You will work within legal frameworks and Reading Borough Council’s guidance, policies, and procedures. You will need to:
<ul>
<li>Have a degree in Occupational Therapy</li>
<li>Be Registered with HCPC</li>
<li>Community experience is helpful but not essential</li>
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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 professional skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio and supporting you to grow as an Occupational Therapist. We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support. You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>
</ul>
Closing date: Applications reviewed upon submission Interview date: To be confirmed 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 <a href="mailto:pippa.durant@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">pippa.durant@reading.gov.uk</a> Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a>to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.&nbsp;

Occupational Therapist - Physical Disability and Older Peoples Team

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Are you an experienced and enthusiastic pastoral and family liaison professional with a strong track record in building strong relationships with families, external agencies and profession practitioners? Perhaps you're looking to develop your career within a supportive and inspiring education setting? If so, we invite you to become a part of our vibrant new SEN school, nestled in the breathtaking Surrey Hills.
About the Role
As the lead pastoral point of contact for parents/carers, you will initiate, facilitate and enhance the partnership between home and school, through direct and indirect support, individual liaison, parental conferencing, including where appropriate the involvement of outside agencies such as CAMHs, Social Services, the LA, and other professional bodies. You will manage and lead on the collective responses to all forms of communication, gathering information when required from colleagues, to quickly resolve issues, restore trust and relationships and prevent escalation. A key focus of this role is to help build and develop collaborative links with relevant agencies, professional practitioners, and fellow parents to develop a wide support network for siblings, parents/carers and the wider family, and to offer regular workshops on topics such as dietary, or eating matters, inter familial relationships, irregular or poor sleeping patterns, and obsessive behaviours.
You
Ideally you will be a qualified teacher, social worker or police officer with previous pastoral and liaison experience, ideally within a SEN school. Excellent communication and relationship building skills are essential alongside a collaborative approach to working with external agencies, professional practitioners and parents. You must be confident in handling challenging conversations. You will share our passion for ensuring that each pupil is recognised as an individual and treated with respect. Previous experience of supporting needs associated with autism and an understanding of the processes involved in EHCPs. A driving licence and car are essential for this position.
Why Leith Hill School?
Leith Hill School offers more than just a job — it’s a chance to grow, collaborate, and innovate in a dynamic educational setting. As part of the&nbsp;Cavendish Education family of schools, we’re proud to offer:
<ul>
<li>A nurturing and inclusive environment where staff feel valued and empowered.</li>
<li>A commitment to continuous professional development, with plenty of opportunities to expand your skills.</li>
<li>A culture that encourages creativity, teamwork, and fresh ideas.</li>
<li>Daily collaboration with other SEN schools in our network, promoting shared learning and support.</li>
<li>A&nbsp;free daily shuttle service from Dorking Station, making your commute easier and stress-free.</li>
</ul>
Be Part of Something Special
If you’re looking to take your next step in a school where innovation, compassion, and community come together, Leith Hill School could be your perfect fit. This is a term time plus position working 42 weeks per year, 40 hours per week; flexibility in hours will be essential to work effectively with our families and young people. You can expect to receive a salary in the range of £40,000 - £45,000 per year, this includes holiday pay (holidays must be taken in the school holidays).
Leith Hill School is part of Cavendish Education, a family of independent day and boarding schools. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

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Salary: NJC 6 - 9 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: Full Time, 37hrs Contract type: Fixed term (initially until July 18th 2026) Start date: ASAP Your new school The Rawlett School is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 57 schools with 10 in the Midlands, which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. The Rawlett School is a secondary school led by a dedicated and ambitious Executive Principal, Jasmine Woodard. The school are on a transformational journey and Jasmine has a track record of successfully delivering this. Jasmine is now looking for ambitious staff to be part of this incredibly rewarding, yet challenging, journey and this is an opportunity for you to be part of that as we look to recruit a SEND Key Worker. Your new role Reporting to SENDco Jo Homer who joined the school 12 months ago and brings a wealth of experience, you will be joining a team of 5 who have a flexible and collaborative approach. This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody who is adaptable and willing to learn - you don't need lots of experience, we will provide you with some of the best training. You will provide support across all classes to children with SEND needs. This is a vital role to help us meet our commitment to pupils with Special Educational Needs. We are supported by the Local Authority to ensure that all pupils, regardless of their specific needs, make the best possible progress in school, but we can't do that without dedicated support. Where necessary you will be delivering small group and 1:1 interventions for pupils. We believe in providing every pupil with the opportunity to succeed in an environment that is calm, safe and focused on achieving aspirations. It's an exciting time to join, so please don't wait to apply! What you'll need to succeed You will be an organised individual who has the willingness to be developed and put pupils' learning needs. You will have patience in interactions with a variety of students and situations, with a calm demeanour and have empathy to understand the needs and challenges of students and be able to relate to them on a personal level. You will also be somebody who can engage and enthuse students to want to learn. We offer you:<ul>
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Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.</li>
</ul> The role is due to commence ASAP. This is initially a fixed term contract but we are hopeful it will be extended or made permanent. If you would like to have a confidential discussion and/or arrange a tour of the school with Jasmine Woodward ahead of applying please contact us. Please don't wait until the role closes; we will be looking at applications as they come in and arranging interviews ASAP. Closing date: Monday 18th August Interview: Week commencing 25th August Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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Directorate of Communities and Adult Social Care
X1 37 Hours, 12 Months Maternity Cover X1 37 Hours, 23 Months Fixed Term Contract
The award-winning Housing and Communities Team are passionate about the people who live in our town; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a safe and thriving neighbourhood. We are looking for a Housing Officer to join our busy Housing &amp; Estates Team to manage our Housing tenancies, homes, communities, and estates. You will work in a fast-paced environment and therefore must be able to multi-task and take a hands-on approach to ensure that all aspects of tenancy management are dealt with whilst delivering a customer focussed service to our customers. You must demonstrate your strength as a team player, be someone who is organised and flexible and has a can-do attitude and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same.
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.
We are open to flexible working patterns however this is according to the needs of the Service and the role will involve extensive work across your patch in Reading in person.
About the role
You will support the delivery of a first-class, customer-oriented, Housing Management service to our residents making sure operational and functional performance is high, ensuring that customers have the opportunity to influence and shape policies.
It is key that you provide a customer focussed service with a strong focus on supporting tenants to maintain their Tenancies and prevent homelessness, whilst work in close co-operation with a range of other internal teams, external agencies, and stakeholders.
As Housing Officer you will achieve individual performance objectives, targets, and service standards within the Borough. Contribute to the achievement of the team and service plan targets and objectives and adhering to all internal policies and procedures as well as Legal contracts and Statutory Legislation.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
About you
The following proven experience is required for this role:
• Educated to GCSE standard (A-C) or equivalent qualifications • Demonstrable knowledge of the issues and legislation surrounding Social Housing • Providing a front-line, customer focussed service • Working successfully with community groups • Dealing effectively with potentially difficult situations &amp; managing customer conflict • Proven experience hitting targets within a target driven role. • Managing multiple cases/projects at the same time • Supporting vulnerable people. • Pro-active community participation/engagement work
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
• 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 • A wide range of flexible working opportunities • Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted • Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work • 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
 For more information on this position please contact Sonny Green, Team Leader in Housing and Estates at Sonny,<a href="mailto:Green@Reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Green@Reading.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: Sunday 17th August 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamThe Cambridge Road Estate (CRE) regeneration is Kingston’s most important housing development programme for many years. As well as building high quality modern homes to suit the needs of local residents, we are creating a safer neighbourhood with new parks, play areas and community facilities.&nbsp;We are at an exciting stage in the programme now, with construction of the first of the new homes in phase 1 nearing completion later this year. We are looking for an experienced and committed professional to join our dedicated rehousing team at a crucial point in this journey.We are a small but very supportive team doing a big job! The CRE rehousing team sits within the wider CRE project team, and we work very closely with housing service colleagues, the development team and other teams within RBK and across the wider voluntary and community sector in Kingston.&nbsp;Our purpose is to ensure the rehousing programme is kept on track, to meet the redevelopment timelines and to make sure we deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents.&nbsp;Our core principles are flexibility, consistency and transparency and we are constantly striving to improve and develop the service we offer to CRE residents through innovation and creativity.&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the RoleYou will deliver a comprehensive resettlement service to residents in need of additional support, who are being moved as part of the CRE regeneration.&nbsp;<ul><li>You will work alongside the CRE team and other partners to provide a flexible and creative front line service, supporting residents before, during and after their moves</li><li>You will be working face to face with tenants and their households living on the CRE, as well as partner agencies or friends, family and advocates who may be supporting them</li><li>This is a varied and interesting role with flexibility, creativity and problem-solving at its core</li></ul>About YouTo be successful in the role of Moving Support Officer, you will be able to demonstrate the following key points:<ul><li>A thorough understanding and experience of working within the social housing sector</li><li>Experience of managing complex caseloads and working across multidisciplinary teams</li><li>An ability to work independently, creatively and flexibly in a fast paced environment</li><li>An appetite for problem solving and a ‘can do’ attitude</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and a sensitive and empathic approach with people who may be vulnerable or need high levels of support</li></ul>Please refer to the role profile for the full job description and person specification. Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. 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 submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Moving Support Officer - CRE

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamThe Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service is dedicated to providing exceptional support and care for children in the local authority's guardianship. Our focus is on ensuring the safety, well-being, and developmental needs of each child are met through personalised care plans and stable placements. We are committed to creating nurturing environments that address each child’s unique needs and ensure their voices are heard in all decisions affecting their livesWe are growing a diverse and inclusive environment for staff to learn, develop and grow their career. We provide specialist support on challenging cases, regular structured supervision, and an environment that encourages all those to take part and ensure their voices are heard. We understand the value that our staff bring to our service, and the needs of the residents in our community.&nbsp;In addition:<ul><li>Sutton works with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP) to provide staff with a wide range of pre- and post-qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development.</li><li>Staff are given the opportunity to attend conferences, and workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.</li><li>We encourage staff to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE).&nbsp;</li></ul>Sutton Council also has a number of staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network and Women’s +A Network to ensure staff have a voice to drive positive change in the organisation.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Children Social Care as a Social Worker on a starting salary of £40,833 and receive a Golden Hello and a Recruitment and Retention Bonus as follows:<ul><li>£1000 paid in your first month's salary</li><li>£1000 paid for your first completed year in service&nbsp;</li><li>£2000 paid for your second completed year in service&nbsp;</li><li>£3000 paid for your third completed year in service and every year thereafter</li></ul>We've got an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Social Worker within our Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service within Children’s Social Care. Our mission is to empower children to live independently as possible and provide the necessary support in safeguarding their well-being. We need your expertise to make it happen.&nbsp;In this role, your responsibility will include:<ul><li>Assess the needs and situations of children in care to develop specialised individual care plans that address their well-being and development.</li><li>Advocate for children and young people in care, making sure their voices are heard and their rights are protected in meetings, court hearings, and other discussions.</li><li>Collaborate with professionals like teachers, healthcare providers, and community groups to provide coordinated support and review the well-being of children in care</li></ul>As a Social Worker,&nbsp; your role is vital to promoting stability, supporting transitions to independence, and working towards long-term, positive outcomes for each child. Your knowledge and expertise will help to provide a stable and safe environment, advocating for children’s voices to be heard and ensuring their rights are upheld in all aspects of their care. You will collaborate with foster carers, families, and a range of professionals to provide consistent and effective support. If you are an experienced social worker, empowered by making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, we would like to hear from you. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of children in care.This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in childcare and those passionate about delivering person-centred care. You'll join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities.In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates:<ul><li>To be registered with Social Work England and hold a degree in Social Care or similar.</li><li>Have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team setting.</li><li>Have sound knowledge and ability to deliver social work support to service users and their families.</li><li>Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals.</li><li>Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge.</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.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, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. 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.





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London Borough of Sutton

Social Worker - Leaving Care and Children Looked After

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
We are transforming our services at Woking and are recruiting for a new role within the Housing Services Department of Leasehold &amp; Service Charge Manager.
This role will be critical in delivering the calculation and administration of tenant and leasehold service charges, major works, shared ownership properties and other leasehold services.
We are seeking a candidate who has expert knowledge in all aspects of service charges and leasehold billing including major works and experience of leading statutory section 20 consultation. You will also be proficient in budget monitoring, forecasting and have an excellent eye for detail and accuracy.
This is an exciting opportunity to directly shape and improve services in this area and develop efficient and robust monitoring and budget setting practices. You will also have opportunities to build trust and rapport with tenants and leaseholders and maximise income for the Housing Service.
The Council offers in return a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
DBS Check 
Woking Borough Council takes a robust approach to thoroughly checking anyone who has applied to work with vulnerable groups including children.
As this job involves contact with vulnerable groups, successful applicants will be required to obtain a Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Assistance will be given by the Council and further details can be found in the job pack.
English Language Requirement.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post as well as excellent and accurate written communication. &nbsp;An assessment may be required. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact the Human Resources team.
Who to contact for informal discussion:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mick Collyer, Housing Service Improvement Manager on <a href="mailto:Mick.Collyer@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mick.Collyer@woking.gov.uk</a> or 01483 743666&nbsp;
Closing Date:&nbsp; 27 August 2025 - 23:55pm
Interview Date:&nbsp; 10 &amp; 11 September 2025
Woking Borough Council is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Building Surveyor (Capital &amp; Compliance Works) (Job ref: 3672) Starting salary:&nbsp;£59,759 + 5% Market Supplement Job level:&nbsp;Level 5 Zone 2 Work location: 5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Hours per week:&nbsp;36 Contract type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Closing date:&nbsp;Sunday 7th September 2025 at 23:55 Interviews to be held: TBC Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion&nbsp; Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. &nbsp; About us&nbsp; In Camden we are committed to working together to make our borough the best place to live, work, study, and visit. Partnership with our communities is central to the way we work, so that everyone can access opportunities, and nobody gets left behind.&nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all. The role In this role you will ensure Camden’s property portfolio is maintained to high technical standards and that our buildings are safe, comfortable and serviceable. You will be working with the Senior Building Surveyor and others to be responsible for repairs/maintenance and capital works. This role is responsible for the delivery of Camden’s surveying role across built assets including M&amp;E services and may include management of works packages.&nbsp; As part of this role, you will also be responsible for a wide range of technical building matters from considering requests from tenants to make alterations to properties, investigating disrepair issues, recommending remedial work, instructing and liaising with contractors, preparing dilapidations reports, specification of works, advising on and ensuring H&amp;S compliance, regulations and legislation as it applies to commercial properties. About you To be successfully appointed to this role you will need to have a building surveying degree (or other appropriate field i.e. building control, fire engineering, etc) and relevant experience in the field of surveying.&nbsp; Your experience will include surveying/quality inspection, managing contractors as well as drafting technical specifications for building fabric and/or M&amp;E works. To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by clicking&nbsp;HERE Working for Camden We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting our communities, and we’ll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we’d love to talk. At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a flexible working employer. Click&nbsp;HERE to&nbsp;see full details of our benefits. Additional information&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please click HERE To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section. ** AGENCY STAFF, PLEASE CLICK HERE TO APPLY - Please do not click on the Apply Now tab at the bottom of this page as your application will not be considered. ** Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our&nbsp;recruitment website Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden 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. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Building Surveyor (Capital and Compliance Work)

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Senior Children’s Social Care Lawyer&nbsp; PO7: starting salary £59,722 per annum rising in annual increments to £62,922 per annum including Inner London Weighing, plus £5000 market supplement&nbsp; In addition to the salary,&nbsp;we also offer legally qualified new starters a £5,000 welcome bonus which is payable 50% after 6 months and 50% after 12 months in the role. Hybrid working An&nbsp;exciting opportunity has arisen in the Council’s&nbsp;legal department for an Senior Children’s Social Care Lawyer&nbsp;to join our dynamic and specialist&nbsp; child litigation team which offers expert legal advice and support to the Council in all aspects of child protection and welfare law. We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with management experience, ideally from within the public sector to join our expanding team of experienced professionals and play a vital role in helping to deliver focused, high-quality advice and representation.&nbsp; This is a varied role, and the successful candidate will be expected to manage a small but busy and challenging caseload whilst supporting the Principal Children’s Social Care Lawyer in the operational management of this specialist legal team. This includes the management, supervision and development of lawyers and paralegals. <ul> <li>You will need to be enthusiastic, highly organised, proactive, flexible, able to work under pressure, manage competing deadlines and work as part of a team&nbsp;and on your own initiative. We are looking for individuals with a real commitment to the job.&nbsp;</li> <li>You will be responsible for ensuring the Council receives cost effective high quality, accurate, strategic, solutions focused legal advice and representation in the areas of childcare law, local government law and such other areas as are allocated from time to time.</li> <li>You will support the Principal Social Care Lawyer in meeting operational requirements, service level agreements and performance targets.</li> <li>You will&nbsp;build and maintain excellent client relations acting as a role model to achieve service and council wide objectives.</li> <li>You will have highly competent legal skills and you will be able to deputise effectively for the Principal when required.</li> <li>You will work within a friendly, supportive, collaborative team environment where your professional development will be nurtured and appreciated.</li> </ul> This post requires a qualified solicitor, barrister, or CILEx with a current practising certificate and experience of working in childcare/child litigation and managing teams.&nbsp; This post is subject to a Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs</a> . For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ellie Rae at <a href="mailto:ERae2@Lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">ERae2@Lambeth.gov.uk</a> How to Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.&nbsp; We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Monday 25 August 2025. Shortlisting: 26 August 2025. Interviews will be held between 1 &amp;3 September 2025. Other Benefits: We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: <ul> <li>Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.</li> <li>Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Hybrid Working.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.</li> <li>Discounts at local restaurants.</li> <li>Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.</li> <li>Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme.</li> <li>Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.</li> <li>Trade Union Membership.</li> </ul> At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click&nbsp;here.

Lambeth Council

Senior Social Services Lawyer

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<h2>London Assembly and Secretariat</h2>
The London Assembly scrutinises the Mayor's activities by questioning the Mayor about their decisions. The Assembly also investigates issues of importance to London.
There are 25 Assembly Members, elected every four years at the same time as the Mayor. The Secretariat works for the Assembly to support its activities. The
Communications Team support service to promote the work of the Assembly through press office, social media, publicity and events.
<h2>About the role</h2>
The Committee Services team has a vacancy for a Principal Committee Manager, supporting the work of the London Assembly and its committees. You will work in a team that also provides key clerking support across the GLA Group to the London Assembly, Mayor of London, Transport for London, London Legacy Development Corporation and the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation.
No two days are the same and you can often read about work you’ve contributed to in the media on your way home.
To thrive, you’ll need excellent communication skills, the ability to manage and prioritise your time effectively, an eye for detail and a collaborative approach.
We’re looking for candidates with real enthusiasm who have experience of managing meetings, the ability to work effectively in a complex, political and high-profile organisation and a firm grasp of the use and application of IT systems. Knowledge of the role of scrutiny in a local authority setting would be advantageous.
<h2>What your day will look like</h2>
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<li>Supporting high profile London Assembly meetings;</li>
<li>Liaising with politicians and political groups on their priorities;</li>
<li>Line management responsibility for three members of the Committee Services team; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Providing procedural and governance advice to senior officers;</li>
<li>Writing reports, briefings and preparing agenda papers.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Skills, knowledge and experience</h2>
To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:
<ul>
<li>Managing and developing performance: Proven track record of success in managing formal committee meetings involving the decision-making processes in a high-profile and/or political organisation.</li>
<li>Building and managing relationships: Evidence of effective working with senior politicians, senior staff and/or high level stakeholders.</li>
<li>Organisational awareness: Evidence of ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, and awareness of current affairs. Knowledge of the functions of the GLA and London local government would be beneficial.</li>
<li>Communicating and influencing: Proven track record of success in managing staff / teams.</li>
<li>Responding to pressure and change: evidence of working at pace and delivering complex work to strict deadlines.</li>
<li>Planning and organising: evidence of ability to organise a varied and busy workload and deliver high quality work.</li>
</ul>

This is a politically restricted role under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.

The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf" target="_blank">GLA Competency Framework</a>
<h2>How to apply</h2>
If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
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<li>Up to date CV</li>
<li>Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.</li>
</ul>
Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.
Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)
As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.&nbsp;
<h2>If you have questions about the role</h2>
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager&nbsp;Paul Goodchild&nbsp;would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:paul.goodchild@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.goodchild@london.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the&nbsp;<a href="mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk" target="_blank">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;who support the GLA with recruitment.
<h2>Assessment process</h2>
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.
The interview/assessment date will be in the week commencing 8 September 2025.
<h2>Equality, diversity and inclusion</h2>
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements.&nbsp;We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.&nbsp;
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.
<h2>Benefits</h2>
GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.
In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.
<h2>Additional Information</h2>

Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.gov.uk/find-out-dbs-check" target="_blank">Find out which DBS check is right for your employee - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>
<h2>More Support</h2>
If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resourcingteam@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcingteam@london.gov.uk</a>.

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New Directions College based in Whitley, Reading is seeking a passionate and skilled Sessional Cookery Instructor to inspire and engage our learners from September 2025. Joining our friendly and creative team, you’ll share your passionate and versatile cooking skills to deliver engaging evening courses for adult learners. 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&nbsp;Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: New Directions College is Reading Borough Council’s Adult Community Learning and Skills service.&nbsp; This year we’re celebrating 67 years of Adult Learning in Reading. We’re a small friendly College delivering to over 2000 learners and Apprentices in Reading each year, directly and through our subcontractors and partners. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching a variety of culinary styles and cuisines, with the ability to incorporate vegetarian and vegan dishes as part of a diverse and inclusive curriculum. You should be confident in planning and leading practical sessions for learners of mixed abilities. While prior teaching experience and a Level 2 Food Safety qualification would be advantageous, training and support will be provided where needed. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to create a relaxed and friendly environment during classes. You will work alongside a team of passionate and highly skilled creative instructors who are dedicated to delivering an outstanding leisure provision. Our classes cater to a range of learners, from complete beginners to experienced makers, including adults with SEND. While teaching experience is desirable, training can be provided. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to create a relaxed and friendly environment during classes. You will work alongside a team of passionate and highly skilled arts &amp; crafts instructors who are dedicated to delivering an outstanding leisure provision.&nbsp; You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency -&nbsp;show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious -&nbsp;be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading -&nbsp;maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our Offer: A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;
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<li>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition&nbsp;is&nbsp;strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment&nbsp;</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Teachers Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Annual membership to the Society of Education and Training (SET)</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop.&nbsp;</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) at Civic Offices rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
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Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work
</li>
</ul>
 To find out more about New Directions College, visit the website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.newdirectionsreading.ac.uk/" target="_blank">www.newdirectionsreading.ac.uk</a>&nbsp; For more information on the role please contact Zillah Puri – Art, Leisure and Wellbeing Learning Manager on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:zillah.puri@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">zillah.puri@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;0345 842 0012 Closing Date: Wednesday 6th August 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Sessional Cookery Instructor - New Directions College

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New Directions College based in Whitley, Reading is seeking a passionate and skilled Sessional Ceramics Instructor to inspire and engage our learners from September 2025. Joining our friendly and creative team, you’ll share your experience facilitating arts-based activities that support emotional wellbeing, self-expression, and personal growth through accessible and inclusive practices. 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&nbsp;Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: New Directions College is Reading Borough Council’s Adult Community Learning and Skills service.&nbsp; This year we’re celebrating 67 years of Adult Learning in Reading. We’re a small friendly College delivering to over 2000 learners and Apprentices in Reading each year, directly and through our subcontractors and partners. You should be confident in designing and delivering sessions that encourage creativity, reflection, and connection, using a range of approaches such as visual arts, storytelling, journaling, or nature-inspired making. A background in creative facilitation, community arts, or wellbeing-focused work is welcomed. Previous teaching experience is beneficial but not essential, as training and support will be provided. Our classes cater to a range of learners, from complete beginners to experienced makers, including adults with SEND. While teaching experience is desirable, training can be provided. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to create a relaxed and friendly environment during classes. You will work alongside a team of passionate and highly skilled arts &amp; crafts instructors who are dedicated to delivering an outstanding leisure provision.&nbsp; You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency -&nbsp;show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious -&nbsp;be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading -&nbsp;maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our Offer: A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition&nbsp;is&nbsp;strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment&nbsp;</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Teachers Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Annual membership to the Society of Education and Training (SET)</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop.&nbsp;</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) at Civic Offices rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
 To find out more about New Directions College, visit the website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.newdirectionsreading.ac.uk/" target="_blank">www.newdirectionsreading.ac.uk</a> For more information on the role please contact Zillah Puri – Art, Leisure and Wellbeing Learning Manager on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:zillah.puri@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">zillah.puri@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;0345 842 0012 Closing Date: Wednesday 6th August 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Sessional Creative Wellbeing Instructor - New Directions College

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Assistant Support Worker - Waterside (£24,570pa)Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives? We currently have an opportunity for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Assistant Support Worker at our supported living service, Waterside, in Chesham. This is a shared supported living house which is home to five people aged between 43 and 63.Each resident enjoys the privacy of their own en-suite room, and we work together to create a supportive, respectful, and empowering environment.Hoist training is required, and full support will be provided if you need to refresh or gain this skill. What You will Do:As an Assistant Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping individuals live as independently as possible. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>Supporting with personal care in a dignified and respectful way</li>
<li>Encouraging life skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and budgeting</li>
<li>Promoting independence and helping residents achieve their personal goals</li>
<li>Following tailored support plans and risk assessments to ensure safety and wellbeing</li>
</ul>As an Assistant Support Worker you will;<ul>
<li>Provide appropriate support to individuals who are living in their own homes or in a supported housing setting to enable them to support their aspirations and maximise their independence.</li>
<li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li>
<li>Promote life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and supporting with domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning.</li>
<li>Build supportive relationships with people who will benefit from you "being the difference".</li>
<li>Follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual’s needs.</li>
</ul>It is essential that you hold a full UK driving licence and are happy to do sleep-ins. (an allowance for £52.78 per sleep in is paid)No Experience? No Problem - We’ll Support You Every Step of the WayYou don’t need previous experience in the care sector to thrive with us. We offer a structured induction, comprehensive training, and ongoing on-the-job support to help you succeed and grow in your role. You’ll also have the chance to gain an accredited vocational qualification, opening doors to further opportunities within Hightown’s wider care and support network.We’re looking for compassionate, proactive individuals who genuinely care about others and bring a common-sense, can-do attitude to everything they do. If you're driven by the desire to make a real difference in people’s lives, we want to hear from you. You’ll need to be able to understand and respond to the needs and wishes of vulnerable adults, using a variety of communication methods tailored to everyone.Hightown Benefits:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£24,570 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract (£12.60 per hour)</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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