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Care Assistant - Old Barn This is an exciting opportunity to join our team atOld Barn, a registered care home in Gawcott, near Buckingham. As a Care Assistant, you'll make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents, helping them achieve independence and live with dignity.We offer round-the-clock care and support for four adults with moderate to severe learning disabilities, autism, and some physical disabilities. Our mission is to empower our residents to live their best lives by assisting them with every aspect of daily living. This includes organising and supporting outings, managing finances, attending appointments, administering medication, and ensuring a healthy and safe environment.About the roleYou will be working as part of a dedicated team to empower our service users to lead the life they want. You will assist individuals with:<ul>
<li>Mealtimes and social activities including music and art therapy</li>
<li>Attending appointments and maintaining their health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Promoting skills and involvement including shopping and domestic tasks such as cooking can cleaning</li>
<li>Personal care needs</li>
</ul>Sleep ins will be required.About YouYou`ll be a caring and enthusiastic individual with a `can-do` attitude, who is driven by the desire to make a difference and have the ability to recognise and understanding the needs of vulnerable adults with learning disabilities. Desired qualities will include:<ul>
<li>Effective communicator using different methods according to the complex needs of those in your care.</li>
<li>Previous experience as a care assistant is desirable but not essential.</li>
<li>Ability to work shifts as part of a rota system, including some weekend and bank holiday working</li>
<li>Teamwork and flexibility are key to the success of the services we provide, as is a clear commitment to equality and diversity</li>
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Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li>
</ul>We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.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>£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>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment 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..

Hightown Housing Association

Care Assistant

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Brighter Futures for Children
Assistant Team Manager – Supporting Families Team
£54,710 - £57,802 pa (includes £6000 market supplement)
About us
Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.
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 currently have a vacancy for an experienced social work qualified Assistant Team Manager to join our Supporting Families Team, part of the Family Help &amp; Safeguarding service. We firmly believe that relationship-based social work makes a real difference to the lives of children, young people and their families, and our Supporting Families Team focus is on delivering outstanding support to families.
 Our Supporting Families Team currently provides a range of interventions including supervised contact for Children Looked After; specialist support for parent/carers with substance misuse difficulties via a Consultant Practitioner; providing direct work and parenting interventions for those children subject to CP Plans, and offering group work support for parents/carers who are survivors of domestic abuse. There is now an exciting development within the Team to introduce a small group of Lead Practitioners to case hold Child in Need (S.17, Children Act 1989) cases in line with the social work reforms, with the support of a social work qualified and experienced Assistant Team Manager.
As this Assistant Team Manager, you will be responsible for leading and supervising a small team of 7 Lead Practitioners who will each case-hold a number of Child in Need cases, taking new cases from our Together for Families Teams following the completion of Single Assessment. You will provide passionate and inspiring leadership to your Team, providing regular high-quality supervision and support - including chairing meetings and conducting joint visits with the Lead Practitioner as required. You will ensure that the child’s lived experience and the promotion of their welfare is at the very heart of everything that is done. At Brighter Futures for Children, we have a culture of providing high support and high challenge, in the very best interests of children. We are immensely proud to be growing and developing our staff in the Family Help &amp; Safeguarding service. We need skilled and committed people to join our Team and support our delivery within our relationship-based practice model and make a real difference to our children and families in Reading. In return we offer a very competitive salary and benefits package, a recruitment and retention allowance, generous pension, relocation package, annual leave up to 33 days, and excellent career progression opportunities. Whether you want to develop your skills and experience as a social worker or step into more senior roles including management, we offer a comprehensive range of training and learning opportunities to do so, making a commitment to investing in you. At Brighter Futures for Children, we invest in the well-being of our staff too and know that we can’t deliver excellent outcomes for families if our staff are also not exceptionally well supported. We really do like to “grow our own” and are immensely proud at how so many of our staff have stayed working with us, and have been supported to progress in their careers, including to more senior roles. If you like the sound of this, please get in touch with us today for a confidential discussion about the post.

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:
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<li>Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution</li>
<li>Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)</li>
<li>Discounted Childcare (on site nursery)</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme.</li>
<li>Season train ticket loans.</li>
<li>Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme.</li>
<li>A range of local shopping discounts</li>
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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: 6 July 2025
Interview date: To be confirmed
 We look forward to hearing from you!

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Assistant Team Manager - Supporting Families Team

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Support Worker - Trinity Court FlatsWe currently have an opportunity for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Support Worker at our scheme, Trinity Court Flats, in Aylesbury. We provide supported housing for people with learning disabilities, and each resident has their own flat with 24-hour support on site.As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. As part of the role, you will:<ul>
<li>Assess needs and develop personalised support plans</li>
<li>Promote independencethrough life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting</li>
<li>Assist with administering medication</li>
<li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li>
<li>Follow and contribute to risk assessments and management plans</li>
</ul><ul><li>Induct and assist in the mentoring of new staff </li></ul><ul><li>Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goals</li></ul>You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.About you:We are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will also need to:<ul>
<li>Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences</li>
<li>Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Work well as part of a team and independently</li>
<li>Be committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred care</li>
</ul>We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.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>£25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract (£13.26 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>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment 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.

Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist Starting Salary: £41,511 opportunity to progress to £45,718 per annum – pay award pending + £1000 welcome payment, lease car &amp; relocation - terms apply Hours: 37 Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Housing Solutions – Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, 37 hoursThe Housing Solutions team offer specialist assessment across Hertfordshire for major housing adaptations. The team has a blend of community based Occupational Therapists and Community Care Officer Trusted Assessors who complete specialist housing needs assessments to identify major adaptation solutions to enable a person to have better access to the facilities within their homes.We explore personal strengths, their family and friends’ support networks, and using expert knowledge we connect people with things that will help individuals and families to get on with their lives, achieving prevention, reducing or delaying the need for statutory provision of care services.Enablement Team – Farnham House, Stevenage – 37 hoursThe Enablement Occupational Therapy Team provide support to older people and adults with a disability. We promote personalisation through our assessment process, focusing on the wellbeing of the individual. The Enablement Occupational Therapists deliver enabling programmes. Their input is time-limited, with intervention generally between 4 -6 weeks, this can be extended up to 12weeks where identified goals require this. The care management is completed externally to the enablement team allowing our OTs to focus solely on their OT interventions.Adult Disability Team&nbsp;Stevenage Team - Fixed Term contract to February 2026 St Albans Team – Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, 37 hoursWe work in an enabling way with people and their families and carers, to promote independence and participation, through meaningful occupation and a strengths-based approach. Across all our services we aim to ensure that people are provided with the right support and advice, and at the right time.We work collaboratively alongside social care colleagues, as well as with our health partners, housing and care providers, and a range of community support services.<h4>About the role</h4>About the role:<ul><li>Working collaboratively with other partners and teams within Adult Care Services</li><li>Developing innovative support plans</li><li>Promote and support strength based assessment and practice approach to all interventions to maximise independence, health and well being to prevent or reduce the need for Adult Social Care</li><li>Working creatively with residents to ensure their safety and independence</li><li>Raising awareness in the area and developing valuable links for the team</li><li>Supporting other Therapists and Community Care Officers</li><li>Provide information and advice to enable an individual to confidently and safely participate in their daily life, includes grading of tasks and activities and adapting their environments</li><li>You will undertake a specialism eg Moving and Handling, BiA, AMP or Occupational Therapy practice educator</li></ul>Specific to Housing Solutions:<ul><li>Completing complex assessments and making recommendations for major housing adaptations</li><li>Care planning and organising equipment for minor adaptations</li></ul>Specific to Enablement Team: <ul><li>Designing personalised programmes that enable, and encourage the individual to relearn skills and regain abilities.</li><li>Reviews of moving and handling, provision of specialist equipment, &amp; minor adaptations to support identified goals.</li><li>Supporting people in the community and on discharge pathways from acute hospital settings</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist</li><li>Full driving licence and regular access to a vehicle</li><li>2 years post qualifying experience as an Occupational Therapist</li><li>Knowledge and experience in social care sector</li><li>Experience of completing assessments and making recommendations</li><li>Ability to work on your own as well as part of a team</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Knowledge of Care Act 2014</li><li>Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the HSC, level JF11 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Applications will be considered as an when received and interviews arranged accordinglyBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Assistant Support Worker - Seabrook Court We currently have a part time (30 hours) Assistant Support Worker position at our supported housing scheme, Seabrook Court, in Aylesbury.Seabrook Court is a supported living service for adults with learning disabilities, offering 20 individual flats with a lounge, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom for comfortable and private living. We provide 24-hour care, working various shifts to ensure continuous support.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>Aid with the daily administration of medication</li>
<li>Encouraging life skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and budgeting</li>
<li>Organise trips to local amenities</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 service users 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 but your role will also involve promoting life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and supporting with domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning.</li>
<li>Build long lasting support relationships with people who will benefit from you "being the difference"..</li>
</ul>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 astructured 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 (pro rata), including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£19,656 pa for a 30 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.Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment 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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Do you want to work in a rewarding role where every day brings new challenges and fulfilment? Join our dedicated Care team providing high-quality respite care to individuals and their families as a Support Worker in Whitley in Reading. You will have experience in working in care or support setting, treating our clients with dignity and respect whilst meeting their individual care needs, including support with personal care.&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 us and the role: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - Sponsorship not available. 
We are a Respite Care Team registered with the CQC whose aims are to provide high quality support to adults with complex learning disabilities, regardless of gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. The Respite Care Team provides clients with opportunities to develop independence, build positive relationships and be empowered to make informed choices, within a person-centred approach.&nbsp; Respite Care offers brief respites to caregivers from their full-time caregiving responsibilities.&nbsp; No day may the same due to the rotation of service users requiring our service.&nbsp; Furthermore, the ideal candidate should possess the capacity to evaluate risks and devise strategies to mitigate and handle them effectively.
The working pattern will include working shift patterns including weekends and sleep-ins. A typical early shift may start at 7.00am during the week and 7.30am on Weekends and a late shift may start at 2.00pm with a 9.00pm finish or a 9.30pm finish if you are doing a sleep-in. You will be required to work two weekends in three.
You will be able to demonstrate:
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<li>Good general education, to include good literacy skills</li>
<li>NVQ3/QCF Level 3 Diploma in Care and Promoting Independence or commitment to achieving this</li>
<li>A commitment to delivering Person Centred Support to a range of individuals</li>
<li>Able to relate to service users and meet their needs, with a sense of understanding, patience, respect and dignity</li>
<li>Ability to accurately maintain and review individual client files</li>
<li>Ability to undertake manual handling tasks</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as on own initiative (there may be occasions where lone working may be applicable)</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally</li>
<li>Ability to be self-motivating</li>
<li>Basic Microsoft IT skills, ability to read/check emails etc.</li>
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Progression through the full salary range is dependent on attaining the relevant QCF qualification.&nbsp; You will also demonstrate a commitment to anti oppressive practice along with a flexible attitude to travelling around and working in the local area.

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:
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:
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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>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the 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. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
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For an informal discussion about the Support Worker post, please contact Rachel Jerrard (Team Manager) on 07834 964 762 – <a href="mailto:rachel.jerrard@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.jerrard@reading.gov.uk</a>, Karen Rumbol (Senior Support Worker) on 07973 793 837 – <a href="mailto:karen.rumbol@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.rumbol@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interviews: 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. 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.

Reading Borough Council

Support Worker - Respite Care Team

Job Title: SEND EHC Coordinator Starting Salary: £33,366 pa with the opportunity to progress to £36,124 per annumHours: 37 per week Contract: PermanentThings are changing in SEND for Hertfordshire County Council. We are making SEND everyone's business.Do you want to make a positive impact and be part of that change? We’re continuing to invest in our statutory SEND workforce.<h4>About the teams</h4>EHC coordinators are aligned to one of several functional teams and we have opportunities for you to specialise in:<ul><li>Early Years SEND (based in Stevenage): responsible for children aged 0-5 (up to and including reception year) with an EHCP</li><li>Services for Young People (based in Stevenage): responsible for young people age 16 and over with an EHCP: who attend a college (or other further education settings), who are completing an apprenticeship, are in training or a supported internship or who are not in education, employment or training. Also support care leavers age 18 and over with an EHCP</li><li>Interim Provision (based in Apsley): children and young people educated outside of school with an EHCP – including EHE, EOTAS and alternative provision</li><li>Virtual Schools (based in Stevenage): champions the education of Hertfordshire’s Children Looked After, Previously Looked After, and those in Kinship Care— supporting over 1,000 pupils across 600+ settings, and funding interventions to close attainment gaps and raise aspiration</li></ul>You can select your team preference on the application form.<h4>About the role</h4>The Education Health &amp; Care Coordinator (EHC Coordinator) role is highly process-driven. The role involves managing and processing EHC plans within a complex legal framework to tight timescales. It involves implementing legal requirements as part of a meticulous review of documents, then creating, reviewing and amending plans. Whilst the role does involve communication and ongoing dialogue with practitioners, parents and carers, this is primarily related to statutory processes. The role involves virtually no direct interaction with children or young people.Being an EHC Coordinator, you’ll be delivering casework that coordinates professionals across education, health and care as well as the family, to deliver EHC assessments, plans and reviews to time and high quality, with a focus on improving outcomes for children and young people.​ This includes:<ul><li>Developing the highest standards of achievement and inclusion for children and young people with SEN through effective casework within the policy and budget framework of the Council, ensuring a focus on preparing for adulthood from the earliest ages.​</li><li>Taking responsibility for the preparation of information for parents, children, young people and schools, which provides the right information at the appropriate time, in a simple to use way, which engages partners in understanding what our responsibility is to children, families and schools. ​</li><li>Managing and processing statutory casework within legal and internal timelines ​</li><li>Working collaboratively with professionals across education, health and care services​</li><li>Ensuring effective case management, integrated working practice and successful outcomes for children.​</li><li>Participating in resource decisions, taking the lead where appropriate, for example decision making processes relating to whether or not assessment or plans are written, or whether specialist provision is agreed, ensuring that resource decisions are in line with local authority policies, procedures and eligibility criteria. This could include chairing or attending panel meetings.​</li><li>Participating, as required, in a range of meetings with other professionals and​parents/carers in relation to individual children with complex needs, including representing Children’s Services at annual review, chairing reviews, attending and chairing multi-agency meetings as appropriate.​​</li><li>Contributing to the development of policy, procedures and provision for children with SEN children’s needs, which includes maintaining an up-to-date knowledge relating to SEN casework, changes to national legislation and departmental policies, and supporting induction/training and support to all team members.​​</li><li>Inputting and maintaining accurate and comprehensive database records as required and participate in the Local Authority’s systems for monitoring and quality assurance for children and young people known to the EHC assessment and review team.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Extensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014</li><li>Extensive experience working with children and young people with SEND, relevant to the team chosen</li><li>Educated to A level or equivalent.</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>The ability to work to deadlines and under pressure</li><li>High level of literacy to support good case recording and quality EHC plans.</li><li>Hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Previous experience working in schools to deliver SEND provision or experience with other stakeholders including parents, education, care and health</li><li>Previous experience with casework management</li></ul>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Family, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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We currently have opportunities for part time (22.5 hours) and full time (37.5 hours) Assistant Support Worker at our scheme Grove Garden Flats in High Wycombe providing supported living for individuals with learning disabilities. We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic individual who enjoys helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives.This property is adjoined to Grove Gardens Studios and comprises of six one-bedroomed flats and 8 studio flats. They are home to 14 male and female residents between 24 and 55 years of age and the individuals living within the service attend a range of day services and community opportunitiesWorking as part of a dedicated team, your role as an Assistant Support Worker you will be following agreed support plans to ensure we are providing a service that meets each individual’s needs and supports their aspirations. Assistant Support Workers will follow risk assessment as well as contribute to risk management planning. . As part of the role you will also be responsible for providing personal care.About youWe provide a structured induction and comprehensive training to support you with your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.We are looking for passionate people who with a `can-do` attitude who are driven by the desire to make a difference and who have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to people`s needs.You will need to be able to work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working. You must be able to work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support and be flexible in your approach to work. You will have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£12.24 per hour</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people in West Berkshire? Do you have the skills and expertise to lead commissioning and market development for our Children and Family Services? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Commissioning Team at West Berkshire Council as the Sufficiency and Market Development Lead. 
The Role
As the Sufficiency and Market Development Lead, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that there there is a sufficiency of high quality and specialist services locally to meet both the current and future needs of our children and young people. You will be responsible for:
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Market Analysis and Development: Undertake detailed assessments of the local children’s social care market, identifying gaps and opportunities for service growth and improvement.</li>
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Provider Engagement: Build strong relationships with care providers, supporting them to develop and deliver high-quality services that align with local authority priorities.</li>
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Service Innovation: Lead the design and implementation of new service models, working collaboratively with stakeholders to meet emerging needs.</li>
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Strategic Planning: Develop and deliver a market development strategy that ensures sustainable, flexible, and cost-effective services.</li>
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Quality and Performance: Monitor and evaluate the performance of providers, driving improvements and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safeguarding standards.</li>
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Procurement and Contract Management: Support the commissioning process, including procurement and contract management, ensuring value for money and alignment with strategic objectives.</li>
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This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the successful commissioning of services that directly impact the wellbeing of children and young people
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and attributes:
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<li>Experience of commissioning/procuring services in the context of children's social care or SEND&nbsp;</li>
<li>Commercially astute</li>
<li>Knowledge of market development and provider management</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions</li>
<li>Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills</li>
<li>Effective communication skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities</li>
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If you are a motivated and proactive individual with a passion for commissioning, we would love to hear from you.
Please note this role is fixed term for two years but may be extended subject to funding 
West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:
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<li>Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00</li>
<li>Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office</li>
<li>Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Generous Local Government pension scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies</li>
<li>A range of local discounts</li>
<li>Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits</li>
<li>You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.</li>
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In addition to these benefits, you will be working in a supportive and inclusive environment, dedicated to making a positive impact on the local community.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jonny Woodthorpe on <a href="mailto:Jonny.Woodthorpe1@westberks.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jonny.Woodthorpe1@westberks.gov.uk</a>
Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career.
Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: <a href="http://jobs.westberks.gov.uk/media/60080/Working-With-Us-West-Berkshire-Council/pdf/Working_With_Us_-_West_Berkshire_Council.pdf?m=1727449802860" target="_blank">Working with Us</a>

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Sufficiency and Market Development Lead

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Director of Family Help and Safeguarding
Lead Transformational and Improvement Change for Children’s Services
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on children’s services? Do you have the leadership, vision, and determination to drive sustainable improvement at pace? We are seeking an exceptional Director of Family Help and Safeguarding to lead integrated and responsive services that deliver the best possible outcomes for children and families in Reading.
About Us
Brighter Futures for Children has provided children’s services in Reading since 2018 as an independent, not-for-profit company. In the autumn of 2025, these services will transition back to the Council, this move strengthens our commitment to delivering high-quality, inclusive, and child-centred services that support children and families at every stage.
We are focused on early prevention and timely interventions, ensuring children receive the right support at the right time. Our relationship-based and trauma-informed practice model underpins our approach, promoting stability, safeguarding, and strong outcomes for families.
And we are proud of our achievements—including positive inspection results for our children’s homes, fostering services, and support for children in care and care leavers. At the same time, we recognize the need to accelerate improvements for children who require protection and for those at risk of offending. That’s why we are focused on driving change with rigor and pace to deliver high-quality, inclusive, and child-centred services.
The Role
As our Director of Family Help and Safeguarding, you will:
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<li>Lead high-quality services, including early help, safeguarding, youth justice, and children in care &amp; leaving care.</li>
<li>Ensure services meet statutory requirements and align with national strategic priorities.</li>
<li>Drive sustained improvements in practice, responding effectively to inspection findings.</li>
<li>Develop a learning culture, where staff are empowered to innovate and refine practice models.</li>
<li>Promote performance management, ensuring teams use meaningful data to evaluate impact.</li>
<li>Provide strategic leadership, influencing policy direction, service planning, and resource allocation.</li>
<li>Develop strong partnerships across education, health, police, and community organisations to deliver collaborative solutions.</li>
<li>Lead our response to Government reforms and local implementation of the Families First programme.</li>
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Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of children's services in Reading. We are committed to investing in our workforce, fostering a culture of inclusivity, learning, and high practice standards. You will be at the heart of transformation, working alongside a dynamic leadership team that is passionate about delivering meaningful change.
If you are inspired by our vision and excited by the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:ben.morgan@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">ben.morgan@reading.gov.uk</a>
To apply, please email your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to <a href="mailto:resourcing@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@reading.gov.uk</a>
Join us in shaping a brighter future for Reading’s children and families.
Recruitment Timetable
Advert close: 30/06/25
Assessment Centre (in person at Reading):&nbsp; 18/07/25
Final Panel (in person at Reading): 25/07/25

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