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Within this position you will work within the relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies, and procedures to undertake assessments, reviews and support planning with individuals and their carers, whilst promoting well-being, independence and safety.</p>\n<p>You will support and enable people to identify their own needs and the outcomes they wish to achieve and to implement and review support plans to meet these needs and to liaise with other professional/agencies as required.</p>\n<p>You'll be joining a varied and supportive team who are passionate about young people and achieving the best outcomes to give them the best start into adulthood. </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits: </strong></p>\n<p>Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. 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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</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. 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Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. 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.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email Malcolm Pinto, Head of Engineering, Development & Delivery - <a href=\"mailto:malcolm.pinto@wokingham.gov.uk\">malcolm.pinto@wokingham.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Sunday 25<sup>th</sup> May 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: W/C 26<sup>th</sup> May 2025</strong></p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.</em> </p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:<br><br><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential </p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>Our offer</strong><strong><br></strong>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.<br><br></p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. 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We are committed to character education, helping students flourish not only through academic excellence but by offering them the opportunities to grow and develop.</p>\n<p><br>It’s an exciting time to join our friendly, supportive and dedicated staff.</p>\n<p><br><b>An application form can be downloaded from our website <a href=\"https://www.hughfaringdon.org/home/join-us/vacancies/\">https://www.hughfaringdon.org/home/join-us/vacancies/</a></b></p>\n<p><b>You can also submit your application via the upload application link on our website.</b></p>\n<p></p>\n<p><b>Further information can also be obtained from Karyn Stiles, HR Officer – <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@hughfaringdon.org\">recruitment@hughfaringdon.org</a></b></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Closing Date – Sunday 18th May 2025</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Applications considered upon receipt. 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Virtual School Personal Education Plan Officer

Wokingham Borough Council

£39,513 - £43,693 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

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Social Worker

Wokingham Borough Council

£41,511 - £47,754 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Childrens Residential Care & Support Worker x2

Bracknell Forest Council

£29,799-£35,020 FTE inclusive of £706 London Weighting

Larchwood (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Bursar/School Business Manager

Winkfield St Mary's CE Primary School

BG-F FTE £40,476 - £45,718 (SCP 31-36) part time - pro rata

Winkfield St Mary's CE Primary School, Winkfield Row, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood

Wokingham Borough Council

£41,511 - £47,754 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Shute End, Wokingham, Wokingham Borough Council, Shute End/Home Working (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Class Teacher - KS2

Harmans Water Primary School

MPS

Harmans Water Primary School, Wellington Drive, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Team Manager - First Response (MASH) 9-12 month FTC Maternity Cover

Bracknell Forest Council

£60,866 - £63,003 inclusive of £706 London Weighting and £963 ECU.

Time Square, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Waking Nights Children's Residential Care and Support Worker (part time 1 night p/w, plus 2 p/m)

Bracknell Forest Council

FTE £34,072 - £35,020 inclusive of London Weighting (pro rata for hours worked)

Larchwood (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Occupational Therapist - Physical Disability and Older People's Team

Reading Borough Council

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

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Teacher - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Reading Borough Council

£31,350 - £49.084 per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Teacher - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Reading Borough Council

£31,650 - £49,084 per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Teacher - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Reading Borough Council

£31,650 - £49,084 per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Teacher - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Reading Borough Council

£31,350 - £49.084 per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Capital Schemes Programme Manager

Wokingham Borough Council

£57,179 - £62,667 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Customer Services Advisor

Bracknell Forest Council

Please contact Everyone Active

Bracknell Forest (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Principal Social Worker - Adult Social Care

Reading Borough Council

£60,146 to £65,941 Per Year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Teacher of English - Blessed Hugh Faringdon School

Reading Borough Council

£31,650 - £49,084 Per year.

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

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Strategic Manager-Case Management

West Berkshire Council

From £49,764 to £58,886, per annum (Grade L)

West Berkshire (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Science Technician - Blessed Hugh Faringdon School

Reading Borough Council

£7,636 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Site Controller - Churchend Primary Academy

Reading Borough Council

£26,421 - £28,770 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

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Virtual School Personal Education Plan Officer

Social Worker

Childrens Residential Care & Support Worker x2

Bursar/School Business Manager

Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood

Class Teacher - KS2

Team Manager - First Response (MASH) 9-12 month FTC Maternity Cover

Waking Nights Children's Residential Care and Support Worker (part time 1 night p/w, plus 2 p/m)

Occupational Therapist - Physical Disability and Older People's Team

Teacher - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Teacher - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Teacher - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Teacher - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Capital Schemes Programme Manager

Customer Services Advisor

Principal Social Worker - Adult Social Care

Teacher of English - Blessed Hugh Faringdon School

Strategic Manager-Case Management

Science Technician - Blessed Hugh Faringdon School

Site Controller - Churchend Primary Academy

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