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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>We want it all - a curious, analytical and creative software engineering assistant with ambition and innovative ideas, and the energy and drive to turn ideas into reality!&nbsp;We're looking for an exceptional human to join our digital team to learn the skills and put them into practice, designing, developing and maintaining websites, mobile apps &amp; AI. You'll join us on our journey as we create better end-to-end services for our councils and residents. &nbsp;You’ll be learning the full stack of digital technologies and processes needed to run a local authority. That means using the latest technologies, Generative AI, Machine Learning, iOS and Android mobile apps, websites, automations and integrations. You’ll be learning to code, as well as how to leverage low code tools to develop systems and applications. You’ll be helping us design, develop and maintain our digital products.&nbsp;Our technology is key to our service, customer and partners, and we want to push the limits on self-service, innovation, automation, integration, and reusable functionality across multiple digital channels; while maintaining a strong focus on user need.&nbsp;Is this you? If so, we’d like to hear from you.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2><ul>
<li>Natural openness, curiosity and optimism (a bit of bravery probably wouldn’t hurt either)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Technical depth and flair (and the ability to articulate its impact to non-technical people)&nbsp;</li>
<li>A team-driven approach to delivery&nbsp;</li>
<li>A responsive and adaptable attitude&nbsp;</li>
<li>A passion for making a positive impact for individuals and services&nbsp;</li>
</ul><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>. If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Software Engineer Starter

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​Overview
You will be part of an amazing team who provide high quality trusted Early Years experiences and education to all children in our care.​
Your role will be to implement the delivery of the Early Years Curriculum to ensure that all children reach their full potential. As part of a family group you will build relationships with children and families to promote children’s learning and development and wellbeing.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate; this is a requirement of the DBS code of practice.

Early Years Educator - Level 2

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<h3>Overview</h3>
You will be part of an amazing team who provide high quality trusted Early Years experiences and education to all children in our care.
Your role will be to implement the delivery of the Early Years Curriculum to ensure that all children reach their full potential. As part of a family group you will build relationships with children and families to promote children’s learning, development and wellbeing. You will be responsible for supporting the Senior Early Years Practitioner and supervising and nurturing level 2 practitioners, apprentices and students.
This&nbsp;role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate; this is a requirement of the DBS code of practice.

Early Years Educator - Level 3

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<h3>Overview</h3>
To Lead the catering team to plan healthy, seasonal menus and take responsibility for implementing the menu’s across the organisations early years setting.
Are you passionate about children's health and well-being? Do you share our values of "sustaining our planet, sustaining our community"? Can you design innovative plant-based cuisine and have a deep knowledge of food sustainability?
The Lloyd Park Children's Charity is looking for a dedicated and experienced Catering Manager to join our team!
To work as part of the team in sustaining high quality services and implementing the charities vision, mission, values and strategic plans and objectives.&nbsp;
This&nbsp;role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate; this is a requirement of the DBS code of practice.

Catering Manager

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9395/July_2025_-_LSA_Job_Description.pdf" target="_blank">July_2025_-_LSA_Job_Description</a></li>
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LIFE EDUCATION TRUST
The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
An 11-18 Academy with Visual Arts Specialism
Brentwood Road, Romford, Essex RM1 2RR
Tel:&nbsp;01708 447368
Web:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fbaok.co.uk&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">www.fbaok.co.uk&amp;nbsp</a>;
Executive Headteacher:&nbsp;Mr J. Dutnall LLB, BA, MA, MBA
Learning Support Assistant
Salary: Scale 3.5 to 3.6, £28,521 - £28,929 Annually (FTE), Actual Salary £21,579 to £21,888 (as 75.66% FTE)
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term:&nbsp; Part-time
Start Date:&nbsp; 3rd September 2025
About this Role
We are looking for individuals who share our passion for providing excellent learning environments, making our schools the best they can be and having a positive impact in the community. You will be joining an organisation that can offer you many opportunities to progress and make a real difference.
The successful candidate will:
<ul>
<li>An understanding of specific learning needs and styles to differentiate support to pupils</li>
<li>The ability to use Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook, and provide support to students in using these tools.</li>
<li>The ability to plan effectively to enable multi-tasking</li>
<li>A desire to help all pupils succeed</li>
<li>Compassion towards the needs of the pupils.</li>
<li>The ability to exchange verbal information clearly and sensitively with children and adults</li>
<li>The ability to work with a range of colleagues</li>
</ul>
The successful candidate will become part of an oversubscribed, flourishing school for girls aged 11 to 18, with confident, courteous, articulate students and an ethos in empowerment.&nbsp; The school is committed to providing the best learning opportunities in a safe, secure and friendly environment with dedicated colleagues who strive for excellence.&nbsp;
In return we can offer you:
<ul>
<li>Welcoming and friendly colleagues</li>
<li>A stimulating and welcoming learning environment with excellent facilities, including a farm, an art gallery and our own railway</li>
<li>Other further qualifications Opportunities. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong links with girls’ schools in the UK and abroad through the International Coalition of Girls Schools (ICGS)</li>
<li>Access to the&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschooladvice.co.uk%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CEducationHR%40havering.gov.uk%7C396b8bd3622c4217dcd008dd98509928%7C353669e1971846f89bed95afc8776c8a%7C0%7C0%7C638834194110894241%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=29xzPzR%2BEIRZPQMah0YnkCNT3y%2F1P17bwfpJtD250lk%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Schools Advisory Service</a>&nbsp;(SAS), the Trust’s employee well-being support and medical programme. This includes 24-hour-a-day access to a GP helpline for you and those within your household, a counselling service, stress management, weight loss programme, physiotherapy, menopause support and much more.</li>
<li>Links with the local community, including our charity partner, The Trussell Trust Food Bank&nbsp;</li>
<li>Increased priority in admission to our school for your child/ren</li>
<li>Close proximity to the M25, Romford Railway Station (Elizabeth Line) and on a main bus route</li>
</ul>
The Frances Bardsley Academy is a large secondary school situated in Romford, Havering. With beautiful buildings and a stunning site, the school has been recognised as 'Ofsted Outstanding' for Behaviour &amp; Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership &amp; Management. The school boasts a Progress 8 score of +0.39, showcasing its commitment to academic excellence.&nbsp;
The Frances Bardsley Academy is dedicated to the growth and development of its teachers and leaders, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.
At the LIFE Education Trust, our mission is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish'. To accomplish our mission, we keep our 3 core beliefs&nbsp;at the heart of everything we do:&nbsp;Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity and Heartfelt Compassion.&nbsp;We support our schools to deliver excellent pupil outcomes, create vibrant, exciting environments and offer rewarding careers for employees.&nbsp;
For further information about this role and to apply, please click <a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmynewterm.com%2Fjobs%2F138326%2FEDV-2025-FBAG-51754&amp;data=05%7C02%7CEducationHR%40havering.gov.uk%7C07eef6fd40a64405abf208ddc39c074d%7C353669e1971846f89bed95afc8776c8a%7C0%7C0%7C638881797536732014%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=F9COvduG%2BcnVcDjUXjRUApPWEcbmzmcZ4nB4Gll9ql4%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">here</a>
Visits to the school are welcomed.
Closing date:&nbsp; &nbsp;28th July 2025 at 9am
The Trust reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date.
We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community,&nbsp;particularly people from ethnic minorities who are currently under-represented. LIFE Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to&nbsp;safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with&nbsp;past&nbsp;employers&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;DBS.

LIFE Education Trust - The Frances Bardsley Academy

Learning Support Assistant

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The Raise Academy – Food Technology Teacher
Location: Halton (Widnes)
Salary: £31,650 - £45,646
Closing date: 25.07.2025
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Are you a creative culinary expert with a flair for inspiring young minds? Do you have a passion for Food and Cooking?
We have an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Food Technology Taecher to join our friendly and forward-thinking team at The Raise Academy in September 2025.
The successful applicant will ideally have experience of teaching or be from industry with the passion and confidence to teach across both Key Stages 3 and 4. We are looking for someone who can not only maintain high levels of progress and behaviour but also drive forward future improvements.
The Raise Academy is a new school which opened in September 2024. The school specialises in supporting pupils aged 11-16.&nbsp;
The Raise Academy pupils have the opportunity to be engaged in a wide range of vocational and practical subjects that will give them new opportunities to progress personally, socially and academically. The curriculum will be underpinned by high quality and supportive Maths, English and Science and all lessons will be taught in small classes of up to 8 pupils, with teachers, learning mentors and pastoral/teaching assistants.
This is a fantastic opportunity at our new SEMH school in Widnes to shape the school and transform the lives of children and those who look after them. Your key priorities will be:
Key Priorities;
<ul>
<li>Support the vision and direction of the school</li>
<li>Support effective learning and teaching throughout school</li>
<li>Ensure effective pastoral care and behaviour support throughout the school</li>
</ul>

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification and complete the Youth Engagement Schools Trust application form via our online Every Portal at the following link.
<a href="https://theraiseacademy.org/vacancies/" target="_blank">Vacancies – The Raise Academy</a>
The YES Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS to confirm their suitability to work with children.

Food Technology Teacher

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The Raise Academy – Food Technology Instructor
Location: Halton (Widnes) Salary: £26,571.00-£29, 493.00 (Actual) (YT14-YT20) Closing date: 25.07.2025
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Are you a creative culinary expert with a flair for inspiring young minds? Do you have a passion for Food and Cooking?
We have an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Food Technology Instructor to join our friendly and forward-thinking team at The Raise Academy in September 2025.
The successful applicant will ideally have experience of teaching or be from industry with the passion and confidence to teach across both Key Stages 3 and 4. We are looking for someone who can not only maintain high levels of progress and behaviour but also drive forward future improvements.
The Raise Academy is a new school which opened in September 2024. The school specialises in supporting pupils aged 11-16.&nbsp;
The Raise Academy pupils have the opportunity to be engaged in a wide range of vocational and practical subjects that will give them new opportunities to progress personally, socially and academically. The curriculum will be underpinned by high quality and supportive Maths, English and Science and all lessons will be taught in small classes of up to 8 pupils, with teachers, learning mentors and pastoral/teaching assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity at our new SEMH school in Widnes to shape the school and transform the lives of children and those who look after them. Your key priorities will be: Key Priorities;
· &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Support teachers and learning mentors to deliver the curriculum. &nbsp; · &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Support the vision and direction of the school
· &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Support effective learning and teaching throughout school &nbsp; · &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Ensure effective pastoral care and behaviour support throughout the school
Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification and complete the Youth Engagement Schools Trust application form via our online Every Portal at the following link.&nbsp; Every Candidate Portal - Vacancies
The YES Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS to confirm their suitability to work with children.

Food Technology Instructor

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed supporting statement detailing how you meet the person specification.



About Us
Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the lives of children and their families?
St Michael’s Fellowship is looking to recruit 1 full time, fixed term for 1 year, Deputy Service Manager, within one of our family residential assessment centres.
We’ve been working with families for over 120 years. As society continues to change, our presence in the lives of families has remained consistent, supporting parents so children can thrive. At the heart of our work lie values of compassion and respect for the parent as an individual, and a belief in the capacity of every human being for positive change. With these values we work to break the cycles of disadvantage, change family dynamics, and create new opportunities for children.
Deputy Service Manager Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>To support the Registered Manager of Crawford House in the delivery of the assessment and support services at the centre for a maximum of four families at any time.</li>
<li>To effectively lead and manage the staff team in partnership with the Centre Manager and facilitate and empower staff contributions to team discussions, decision-making, day to day work, and the development of the service.</li>
<li>Other responsibilities outlined in our recruitment pack below.</li>
</ul>
The Ideal Candidate:
<ul>
<li>Will have leadership/ management experience.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Will have experience working with families where there are issues of child abuse/neglect.</li>
<li>Will have experience working with people who have complex needs.</li>
<li>Will have knowledge on current legislation, especially; Children Act ’89, 2004 and Children &amp; Families Act 2014, Children and Social Work Act 2017, Working Together to Safeguard Children Guidance 2020, GDPR. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/residential-family-centres-national-minimum-standards" target="_blank">Residential family centres: national minimum standards (2013)</a>
</li>
</ul>
We offer several employee benefits including a competitive salary, employer pension contribution up to 12% after 3 years’ service, and 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
To apply, please click on the link to our website <a href="https://stmichaelsfellowship.org.uk/deputy-service-manager/" target="_blank">https://stmichaelsfellowship.org.uk/deputy-service-manager/</a>
Further information can be obtained from our Recruitment Pack which you will find in the "Vacancy Downloads" section.
Closing date: 1st August 2025
Please note that we consider applications on a rolling-basis and therefore this job advert may close before the stated date.

Deputy Service Manager - Residential Family Assessment Centre

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Residential Children’s Homes Manager – Permanent, Full Time
We have an opportunity for a Residential Children’s Homes Manager to lead and manage our brand-new, multi-building children’s home(s) within the borough.
As the Residential Children’s Homes Manager, you will be responsible for the effective management of the residential homes, and the provision of a professional children and young people centred service, in line with the relevant regulations, legislation, codes of practice, and policy and procedures.
This role will provide the successful Residential Children’s Homes Manager with the unique opportunity to further establish the recently opened Children’s Home (&amp; soon to be 2nd registered Children’s Home). They will be able to use their leadership and coaching skills to further develop existing and new members of staff.
The successful candidate for this role, will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the overall shaping and embedding of the Residential Homes in Wokingham. Residential Children’s Homes in Wokingham is a new venture. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate their experience of being professionally creative, safe and ‘solution focussed’ in a challenging and fast paced environment. The candidate will also be a strong and steady mentor for not only the growing team, but also for our Children.
Wokingham Children’s Services are relentlessly focussed on the full rounded picture that Corporate Parenting provides, we are looking for individuals who will advocate for our children, and have them at the heart of every decision made.&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough Council’saim is to enable our most vulnerable children and young people in care to live close to the things they hold dear – close to family, friends, community, and those who care for them most. This service comprises a multi-building children’s home including a 4-bedroom Emotional Behaviour Disorder/Difficulties (EBD) home and one smaller (2 bedroom) home.
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Professional qualification in (recognised and current) Level 5 Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare, or equivalent</li>
<li>Significant experience as a manager in a children’s residential setting</li>
<li>The ability to lead and manage a team to achieve best outcomes for Children in our Care at our Residential Care Home.</li>
<li>Confidence in managing competing demands in tight timescales.</li>
<li>Ability to work seamlessly with our multi agency network, and our Wokingham Childrens Services team.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;A full job description outlining key responsibilities is attached for reference to this vacancy. 
What we can offer you:
<ul>
<li>Salary of £57,179 - £62,667 p.a/plus benefit</li>
<li>Supportive management with regular supervision</li>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance, with additional 5 days with 5yrs continuous service.</li>
<li>Local and national discount schemes</li>
<li>Car salary sacrifice benefit available</li>
</ul>
For an informal discussion, please contact Alix Williams at <a href="mailto:Alix.Williams@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alix.Williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 11pm, 31st August 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Please note: Interviews will be held in person, by a panel with a presentation required (details to be confirmed upon invitation). We will also be following up the Professional panel interview with a Young Person’s panel interview. 
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.
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.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;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

Children’s Residential Homes Manager

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9369/Technical_Clerk_JD_PS_June25.pdf" target="_blank">Technical_Clerk_JD_PS_June25</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9370/Candidate_Pack_-_Place_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_Place_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent, full-time Technical Clerk to join our team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Technical Clerk you will be part of a team who provide vital support to the planning function.&nbsp; This post will enable you to see future development as it is being planned.
You will have an eye for detail and ability to work to tight deadlines to provide a professional service both internally and externally.
As part of our team, you will be involved in providing ideas and contributing to on-going enhancement of our service.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Planning Department was a key instigator in achieving the wonderful town centre that we see today.&nbsp;
The Planning Section successfully achieved the adoption of our Borough Local Plan last year, promoting a balanced mix of development and green spaces. Throughout the process, we maintained open communication with residents to help shape a vibrant place to live and work.
The Technical Support team works closely with many other service areas throughout the council along with our Councillors and Parish Councils.&nbsp; This enables us to get comments and contributions from all areas of our communities during the planning process.
We are a positive, interactive team working cohesively to ensure a well organised efficient service is maintained.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
As part of the Planning Support team, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including checking and registering planning applications for new developments throughout the borough, issuing planning decision notices, facilitating the planning committee process and the appeals process.
We work closely with our Land Charges colleagues, Building Control and Parks and Countryside members of the team, plus the wider service areas.
In-house training is provided for all tasks and comprehensive written procedures are available. (Please see the job specification for further details).
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values 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;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
Interviews will be held week commencing 18th 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?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Tracy Marlow - Planning Support Manager
Tel: 01344 351135
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.
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.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

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