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You will provide a front-line filter service to customers making appointments or signposting where appropriate</span><span> </span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please note this role is office based in central Reading.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><span>You will contribute to an efficient and effective homeless prevention service, following documented processes and procedures to ensure consistency of practice across the service.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span>Alongside your responsibilities, you will undertake and complete Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Business Administration.</span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Main duties and responsibilities</span><span> <br><br></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Provide Excellent customer service in a pressurised environment</span><span></span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<span> </span><span>Assist to manage diaries, booking cars, book appointments & home visits </span><span></span>\n</li>\n<li><span>Signpost customers to appropriate departments or services</span></li>\n<li>\n<span> </span><span>Keep accurate and up to date records on emergency accommodation use</span><span></span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<span>Checking emergency accommodation invoices</span><span></span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<span>Requesting & filing customers documents</span><span></span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<span>Support Homelessness Prevention Officers with administrative tasks including monitor bidding for those accepted as homeless</span><span></span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. <br><br>Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team</strong> - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency</strong> - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. 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Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/\">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.  The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For more information on this position please contact Katy Long, Housing Needs Customer Access Team Leader on 01189 374209 or <a href=\"mailto:Katy.Long@readig.gov.uk\">Katy.Long@readig.gov.uk</a>  <span> </span>  </p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: 09 October 2024</p>\n<p>Interview Date: 22 October 2024<br><br></p>\n<p>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. 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The Learning Support Assistant role is vital to the school and involves supporting children with a variety of needs. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We want someone who has:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>At least one years’ experience of working with children in the primary age range </li>\n<li>Experience of working with children in a friendly, busy environment</li>\n<li>An understanding of children with SEN needs </li>\n<li>Level 2 qualification in play work/childcare  </li>\n<li>Knowledge of child safeguarding procedures </li>\n<li>Have excellent communication skills </li>\n<li>Have the ability to build effective relationships with students, parents and other staff </li>\n<li>Have a good understanding of behaviour management strategies </li>\n<li>Be able to work as part of a team </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>In return we can offer:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>The chance to be part of a Multi-Academy Trust that genuinely cares about YOU  </li>\n<li>The chance to work with a supportive team.  </li>\n<li>An excellent CPD training programme with REAch2 and beyond.  </li>\n<li>A tenacious and experienced senior leadership team who care fervently about inclusion and promote creativity and thinking outside of the box  </li>\n<li>Fun-loving, energetic and enthusiastic pupils (and staff)</li>\n<li>Proactive parents who are very supportive of our school  </li>\n<li>As part of REAch2 employee benefits we also offer an eye care scheme, access to an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family and membership of ‘perks at work’ – which includes discounts on holidays, shopping, family days out and much more</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>If you have a genuine commitment to improving the life chances of children then we would like to hear from YOU! </strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please contact <a href=\"mailto:admin@ranikhetacademy.co.uk\"><strong>admin@ranikhetacademy.co.uk</strong></a><strong> </strong>or on <strong>0118 9375520</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To apply and for more information please go to <a href=\"https://mynewterm.com/jobs/142072/EDV-2024-RA-63845\">My New Term</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Interview – </strong>To be arranged with shortlisted candidates</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><em>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory written references will be sought from the successful candidates.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£20,000 - £24,999","publishDate":"2024-09-25T08:26:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-08T08:26:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/53049c42-7316-44ec-8c1d-08f933d5aa5c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9461bc00-bbf3-4fe6-9f23-535eb183f17b","title":"Clerk to Governors - Addington Special School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<h2 class=\"mb-4 font-display text-lg font-bold text-greyscale-600\">Job overview</h2>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<div class=\"wysiwyg-content\">\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Hours:</strong>      Core commitment of 125 hours per school year</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Salary:     Grade 5 £26,421 to £28,770 per annum, pro-rata</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Location: Woodley and Farley Hill</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Addington School is an outstanding special school for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. All our pupils’ primary need is a learning difficulty that is either moderate, severe or profound, with up to 50 percent also having Autism.​</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">All pupils have an Education and Health Care Plan and we are currently accommodating up to 308 pupils, aged between 3 and 19 years across 2 sites. ​</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Based in Woodley and Farley Hill and currently a Wokingham maintained school, we are very fortunate to have 2 purpose built environments which make our schools fantastic places for learning and wider curriculum enrichment.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We are currently seeking a Clerk to Governors to work with the governing body to provide efficient, effective and confidential administrative support in the performance of its statutory obligations. You will advise on constitutional matters, duties and powers and will work within the broad current legislative framework to ensure continuity of governing body business.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">With strong organisational skills and excellent record keeping, you will have a flexible approach to work and will have tact and diplomacy with the ability to work confidentially. Ideally, you will have knowledge of education legislation and legal requirements and will have previous experience of committee working, clerking or serving as a school governor.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">You will be required to commit to the core hours (125 per school year) and will need to be available to be present at meetings at the school premises from time to time. You will be able to undertake much of your work from home and you will need to be flexible to accommodate an irregular work pattern with attendance at meetings after 6.00 pm.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">For further information please visit <a href=\"http://www.addington.wokingham.sch.uk/\">www.addington.wokingham.sch.uk</a>. To apply, please submit an application form by <strong class=\"customHTML\">9th October 2024.</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Please call Amanda Cherry, HR Manager on 0118 966 9073 if you have any queries about the role or for an informal discussion.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Addington School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All employees of Addington School are required to undergo safeguarding checks which will include reference checks and enhanced DBS check. 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At Coley Primary, a warm and multicultural one-form entry school right in the heart of Reading, we’re looking for a passionate, creative, and motivated Reception Teacher to join our team.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for: <br><br></strong></p>\n<p>We need an experienced teacher who’s ready to join our team, <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>but if you’re an Early Career Teacher (ECT) brimming with enthusiasm, we’d still love to hear from you!</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Here’s the magic you’ll bring:</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You deliver <strong>inspiring, engaging lessons</strong> with an understanding of <strong>EYFS principles</strong> that enhance early years and KS1 continuity.</li>\n<li>You’re dedicated to high standards and child-centred learning that truly makes a difference.</li>\n<li>You thrive in a team setting, collaborating and sharing ideas to make the whole school better.</li>\n<li>You deliver an inclusive approach and can adapt to meet the diverse learning needs of our amazing pupils.</li>\n<li>You’re always seeking to develop yourself, and you’re committed to growing the school alongside your own career.</li>\n<li>You’re lively, fun, and can communicate well with everyone - pupils, parents, and colleagues alike!</li>\n<li>Most of all, you’re organised, hardworking, and ready to make a real impact on the lives of our lovely students.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p> <strong>Why you’ll love it here:</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enthusiastic and motivated pupils who are eager to learn.</li>\n<li>A friendly, supportive staff who work together to create something special</li>\n<li>Supportive parents who care as much as you do.</li>\n<li>Lots of professional development opportunities (we love investing in our team!).</li>\n<li>The absolute certainty that you’ll make a difference in the lives of our bright young minds.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>  </p>\n<p><strong>We’d love to meet you!<br><br></strong></p>\n<p>Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of something special! Visit [our website](<a href=\"https://www.coleyprimary.reading.sch.uk/job-opportunities/\">https://www.coleyprimary.reading.sch.uk/job-opportunities/</a>) to download the application pack and apply today. Please send your completed application form to Miss Goldring, our Business Manager, via email at <a href=\"mailto:bursar@coleyprimary.reading.sch.uk\">bursar@coleyprimary.reading.sch.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>(Psst… No CVs, please. For Equal Opportunities purposes, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms.)</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Important Dates:</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Shortlist Date</strong>: We’re reviewing applications as we receive them, so don’t wait!</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Closing Date</strong>: Monday, 10th October 2024</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Interview Date</strong>: Save the Date Friday, 3rd November 2024</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This school is all about safeguarding the well-being of children and young people. We’re committed to ensuring a safe and nurturing environment, so all staff and volunteers share this responsibility. An **Enhanced DBS check** is required for all successful candidates.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>(*Sorry, we can’t offer sponsorship for overseas applicants. You must hold a valid UK Work Permit and UK Qualified Teacher Status to apply.)</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Ready to embark on a new adventure with us? 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The schools are part of the extremely successful Whitley Excellence Cluster.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint an experienced, <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>flexible and well-organised Site Controller to work across both schools.  Do you believe children have the right to learn in a clean, safe and well maintained environment? 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Please note that we are unable to accept CVs.<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: 6th October 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: w/c 14th October 2024<br><br></strong></p>\n<p>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and DBS. <br><br>This position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,000.00 -£46,525.00 per year + SEN Allowance £2,538.00","publishDate":"2024-09-23T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f84700f4-ce6f-4329-b1a6-ad39922b5a15.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3c888414-32ae-463e-8449-c286da40e28f","title":"Senior Support Worker - Respite Care","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Senior Support Worker to join our team of experienced and skilled staff at Respite Care in Whitley in Reading.  Your main responsibility entails supervising the service provided to our users and formally managing the staff within their team, ensuring the seamless execution and enhancement of daily operational services. <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>Additionally, you will cultivate various relationships through community networking to foster individual inclusion and engagement.<br><br>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.</p>\n<p><br><strong>About us and the role:<br></strong><strong>Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - Sponsorship not available.<br><br></strong></p>\n<p>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. <br><br>Respite Care offers brief respites to caregivers from their full-time caregiving responsibilities.  No day may the same due to the rotation of service users requiring our service.  Furthermore, the ideal candidate should possess the capacity to evaluate risks and devise strategies to mitigate and handle them effectively. <br><br>You will be working a flexible shift pattern on a rotating schedule, enabling adequate planning for personal commitments outside of work. These shifts will encompass weekends and sleep-ins, with a requirement to work two weekends out of every three.<br><br>We assist individuals in fulfilling their daily living requirements, including personal care, manual handling, medication administration, meal preparation, and more. Our aim is to empower clients by offering opportunities for independence, fostering positive relationships, and enabling informed decision-making, all within a person-centered framework.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Exceptional client care and effective communication skills are crucial, along with a comprehension of the principles of exemplary practices in residential care and an awareness of the challenges faced by individuals with complex needs. Induction and training will be offered.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. 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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our offer:</strong></p>\n<p>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Rachel Jerrard (Team Manager) on </strong><strong>07834 964 762</strong> <strong>or </strong><a href=\"mailto:rachel.jerrard@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>rachel.jerrard@reading.gov.uk</strong></a></p>\n<p><br>Closing date: Sunday 6th October 2024</p>\n<p>Interview date: To be confirmed<br><br>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,364 to £36,648 Per year + 10% Shift Allowance = £34,501 to £40,312 and Sleeping Allowance","publishDate":"2024-09-23T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/83a9cbb3-fe93-4ea4-b094-41489e458c8b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"620a832f-5b29-4005-a1d7-dffc735cad52","title":"Teaching Assistant - Churchend Primary Academy","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Teaching Assistant</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">NJC Scale Point 5 £12.18 per hour. Hours to be discussed at interview. <br class=\"customHTML\">Term time only. Start date ASAP.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">If you are inspired to create positive outcomes for children and have a lasting impact on their life then this is why Churchend Primary Academy is for you. At Churchend Academy, Tilehurst, that impact will be greater than you could have imagined and our fantastic young people are eager and ready to learn. Our vibrant school in the heart of our local community is a great please to learn, grow and further your professional skills. We provide fantastic educational provision for nursery and primary aged children to enable them to become the best possible versions of themselves.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">This is an exciting opportunity to join us and take on this highly desired role.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Part-time hours. To start as soon as possible.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Training or experience in working with children in a school environment would be advantageous and recent classroom teaching assistant experience would offer a significant advantage.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">NVQ2 or above would be an advantage, but not essential.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Grade C or above at GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths would be desirable.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">For a job description and application form please contact Miss Lizzie Smee, PA to the Headteacher <a href=\"mailto:l.smee@churchendacademy.com\">l.smee@churchendacademy.com</a> or see the school website <a href=\"http://www.churchendacademy.com/\">www.churchendacademy.com</a> vacancies tab.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Please note that applications must be made on the school support staff application form.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Applications will be considered as received and interviews arranged accordingly.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Come and join our supportive and friendly team! A warm welcome is waiting for you.</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">The successful candidate will have to undergo an enhanced DBS check and social media & online background check.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£12.18 per hour","publishDate":"2024-09-20T15:04:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-06T15:04:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/431ee860-e656-41b9-84ea-8a1e4ae241a5.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3b58b07a-2e7c-4b43-aad7-01a324f0968d","title":"Social Care Coordinator - Mental Health Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are currently seeking a dynamic Social Care Coordinator to join our Mental Health Social Care Team.<br><br></p>\n<p>In the role of Social Care Coordinator at Reading Borough Council, you will play a crucial role within a friendly, experienced and forward-thinking team. You will collaborate with other Social Care Coordinators, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>and professionals from the voluntary and community sector. <br><br>We work with people with forensic histories, carers and families, people with complex mental health difficulties and we have a re-enablement service within our team. We also currently have a Hoarding Project. We seek creative ways to work together to meet the needs of people who use our services together. We strive in working with our partners for excellence. We are passionate about outcomes.<br><br><strong><b>The Mental Health Social Care Team </b></strong>aims to actively promote wellbeing and independence, working with people with complex mental health difficulties in partnership with health colleagues. Supporting people to retain or regain their skills and confidence by using existing and new support networks, Technology Enabled Care (TEC), equipment and short-term interventions. <br><br>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><b>About the Role:<br></b></strong><br>This is a core role withing the team to assist with the health and wellbeing of people who have complex mental health needs. In the role of a Social Care Coordinator, your will work closely with people using a collaborative and strengths-based approach to implement interventions to reduce risks and support positive outcomes. <br><br></p>\n<p>You will hold a caseload of people with mental health difficulties, and will be expected to work independently with support and supervision from an experienced Social Worker. Due the nature of the work you will need to have a good understanding of risk management; managing yourself in difficult environments; flexible and able to analyse varied information or situations to produce solutions. You will need to be able to ask for support when needed from colleagues and we work closely as a group to support each other. <br><br>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies, and procedures.<br><br>Role requirements:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working with people with mental health difficulties and or complex needs.</li>\n<li>Experience working within the Health, Adult Social Care or voluntary sector – (not essential)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>We offer excellent support, training, 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 skills. We also offer apprenticeship programmes to train while you work as a social worker or occupational therapist. <br><br>When applying for this post, please ensure that your application explains, with examples, how you meet the person specification in the Job Description as this is the shortlisting criteria.<br><br>Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. <br><br>As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.  <br><br>Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:<br><br><strong><b>Work Together as one team - </b></strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.</p>\n<p><strong><b>Drive Efficiency - </b></strong>show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.</p>\n<p><strong><b>Be Ambitious - </b></strong>be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.</p>\n<p><strong><b>Make a Difference to Reading - </b></strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.</p>\n<p><br><strong><b>Our offer<br><br></b></strong></p>\n<p>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><b>If you would like any more information, please contact Penny Conroy (Team Manager – Mental Health) call 07580 539 875</b></strong><strong><b> or email </b></strong><span><a href=\"mailto:Penelope.Conroy@reading.gov.uk\">Penelope.Conroy@reading.gov.uk</a></span></p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: Monday 7<sup>th</sup> October 2024<br>Interview Date: To be confirmed<br><br>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,979 - £31,364","publishDate":"2024-09-20T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-07T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2917a19b-96e9-43b4-8beb-cdf723acf7c2.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"af1d2731-d200-4ae8-b338-680f9a7aecf9","title":"Senior Science Technician - Blessed Hugh Faringdon School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Senior Science Technician</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Required ASAP</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Science Technician to join our existing team. The main purpose of the role is to co-ordinate the use of practical resources and facilities to support our Science teaching. The successful candidate will be someone who is proactive, approachable, calm and professional.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">You will ideally have experience of working in a school environment and have an awareness of health and safety issues relating to school science.  Awareness of CLEAPSS and/or COSHH regulations would be an advantage</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a successful and oversubscribed school.  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 class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">It’s an exciting time to join our friendly, supportive and dedicated staff.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">A job description and application form can be downloaded from our website - <span class=\"customHTML\"><a href=\"https://www.hughfaringdon.org/home/join-us/vacancies/\">Vacancies - Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School</a></span>. </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">You can also submit your application via the upload application link on our website.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Further information can also be obtained from Juliet Lyons, Operations Assistant – recruitment@hughfaringdon.org</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Closing Date  - 6 October 2024</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Applications considered upon receipt</strong></span><span class=\"customHTML\">. </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Interviews will be organised as and when applications are received. </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£20,000 - £29,999","publishDate":"2024-09-19T13:16:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-06T13:16:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/69e5ff46-2fbc-492e-b2b5-4a1911362670.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e680557b-813d-48b6-9601-af47a5a9c944","title":"Class Teacher - Churchend Primary Academy","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Churchend Primary Academy</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Part-Time Teacher required </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">(Tuesday and Wednesdays)</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Fixed Term to July 2025</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">(MPS 1 £30,000- to UPS 3 £46,525)</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Churchend Primary Academy is looking to appoint an excellent classroom practitioner who will be highly motivated, enthusiastic and committed.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The positive impact you can have early on in a young person’s life is most likely the reason you got into Primary Education in the first place. Here, that impact will be greater than you could have imagined.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Churchend Primary Academy provides an outstanding education for children. Channelling individual capabilities into academic success is the goal, as part of a holistic and uniquely attentive educational strategy. Our children enjoy an enriching, engaging and enjoyable education</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">The Role</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Your focus will be to make a real impact by guiding pupils, at this transformative age, towards a new path and helping to shape their behaviours for the better.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">You will:</p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Enable children to achieve age related expectations.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Be an exciting practitioner with a passion for an engaging curriculum.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Support the emotional development of each and every child.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Work closely with Teaching Assistants and the Senior Leadership Team to raise attainment and progress.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Address challenges strategically, collaboratively and holistically to enable each child to meet their full potential.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Our ideal candidate has excellent classroom management skills, is highly organised, and is a team player and has strong behaviour management skills.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">The Person</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">An empathic, resilient and highly motivated Primary Teacher who got into the role for all the right reasons, you’ll be ready to share the challenges that our children face. There for the long-term satisfaction that behavioural transformation brings, you’ll know that some days may not be as rewarding as others, but that it’s all a part of the journey toward transforming lives.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">That’s because you’re a realist who knows that making a difference means maintaining an on-going dialogue with your peers and managers to keep developing the approach for each child. What’s more, you’ll be fully aware of the standards Ofsted is looking out for and always keen to go above and beyond them – never anything less than engaged and engaging.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">For a passionate Primary Teacher who knows that pupil journeys are on-going and not always easy, it’s an amazing next step in your career.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">The rewards</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Become part of a friendly, supportive team who encourage creativity and innovation.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">We have an approachable and experienced senior leadership team who are willing to support all aspects of your professional development, whether as an NQT at the start of your career or as a more experienced teacher looking for career development</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">The benefit of doing a role like this is it <em class=\"customHTML\">feels</em>good and gives you a sense of hard-won achievement and progress. There are also some outstanding rewards – in fact, our salary and benefits package is one of the best in the sector. It includes:<br class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">\n</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A highly competitive salary</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Full school holidays</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Teacher pension scheme or a range of flexible pension options to suit personal circumstances (where applicable)</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Applying for the role</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">To apply please complete the teaching staff application form available to download from our website or phone or email the Academy Office <a href=\"mailto:admin@churchendacademy.com\">admin@churchendacademy.com</a></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">School Tours are encouraged so you can see our great learning environment and the team who support and fantastic children.   </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The website is <a href=\"http://www.churchendacademy.com\">www.churchendacademy.com</a></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Applications are invited from suitably qualified people to join our dedicated team. Applications will be considered as received and interviews arranged accordingly.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The successful candidate will have to undergo an enhanced DBS Check, online and Social Media checks.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Please also view the Orchard Learning Alliance website for more information: <a href=\"http://www.orchardlearningalliance.com/\">http://www.orchardlearningalliance.com/</a> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Closing date 30<sup class=\"customHTML\">th</sup> September 2024</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Interviews TBC</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,000 - £44,999","publishDate":"2024-09-19T11:05:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-09-30T11:05:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b0718af2-c1b5-4a62-906a-e3e30a3a7d3a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d9318a11-74a8-4c6f-8603-1f1d87289705","title":"Higher Level Teaching Assistant - The Holy Brook School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>37 Hours per Week to include Inset Days - Term Time Only 08:35 – 16:30 Monday - Friday - To start Term 2</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, caring and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant who will be working with a team of staff to support our pupils to be successful in school.  <br><br></p>\n<p>All pupils at Holy Brook School have an Education health care plan <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>for Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties. You will need to have a proven record of working with children with special educational needs.<br><br></p>\n<p>Experience in Emotion coaching, Devising Individual Timetables & Play based learning will be an advantage. You will need to be resilient and able to use your initiative whilst also able to follow advice & direction.<br><br></p>\n<p>The successful candidate will work with the Senior leadership team and also alongside visiting professionals such as the Educational Psychologist, Occupational Therapist and Speech and Language Therapist to deliver support programmes which have been agreed.<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>Job Purpose<br><br></strong></p>\n<p>To complement the professional work of teachers.<br><br></p>\n<p>To plan, prepare and deliver learning activities for individuals, groups or short term for a whole class.<br><br></p>\n<p>To monitor and assess pupils, record and report on their achievement, progress and development and to liaise with class teachers and Senior Leadership Team.<br><br></p>\n<p>To be responsible for the management and development of a specialist area within school and to manage and mentor other staff as appropriate and relevant.<br><br></p>\n<p>Please find attached the Job Description & Person specification.</p>\n<p>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. </p>\n<p><br>An enhanced disclosure & barring service check is a requirement for the successful candidate.<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: 4<sup>th</sup> October 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: To be confirmed</strong></p>\n<p></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Actual Pro Rata Salary £26,857 - £31,382","publishDate":"2024-09-19T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/99f1b478-0979-4e3c-bfcb-8fe1fab291ad.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"384fc544-7b70-4301-a011-6761c12e6cdd","title":"Trades Supervisor","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Our team are looking for a Trade Supervisor, to work as part of a busy team to assist our Contract Managers in delivering a quality repairs service to our housing stock as well as commercially, with an aspiration to deliver upper quartile performance.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>You will have responsibility for the supervision of our trade staff and sub-contractors.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>will involve the allocation of their work, monitoring their productivity, carrying out site inspections to ensure standard of work meets customers’ needs and expectations, and works are carried out within health and safety and legislative requirements.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Duties include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Responsible for raising repair jobs and allocation of work to trade operatives</li>\n<li>Supervise the effective use of resources – staff, materials and transport Carry out regular meetings with staff including skills assessments, tool box talks, one to</li>\n<li>ones, van stock checks</li>\n<li>Determine work programmes, ensuring that programming of work is in the right order at the right time</li>\n<li>Monitor the productivity and quality of work of individual staff and address training</li>\n<li>needs and development where necessary</li>\n<li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety policies are adhered to and all employees are adequately trained</li>\n<li>Be responsible for programming work to ensure targets set are achieved</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. 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:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> <strong>Work Together as one team</strong> - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency</strong> - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious</strong> - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential </p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading</strong> - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exceptional opportunity; as such we are looking for people with:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experienced understanding of customer fulfilment</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills</li>\n<li>Good commercial understanding and focused on delivering a high-quality service (measured through a range of KPIS)</li>\n<li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team and organise others into effective team working</li>\n<li>Ability to assess the work of others, give constructive and accurate feedback, set and monitor performance targets</li>\n<li>Experience and knowledge of working with IT systems and handheld technology</li>\n<li>A recognised apprenticeship or have City & Guilds qualification</li>\n</ul>\n<p> <strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Our offer</strong></p>\n<p>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Sean Donaghue, Acting Housing Repairs & Maintenance Manager sean.donaghue@reading.gov.uk</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 9 October 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: To be confirmed</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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. 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Previous experience would be an advantage<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>We are looking for someone who:<br><br></strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>is passionate about children’s learning and able to inspire children to achieve their potential</li>\n<li>has lots of energy, enthusiasm and patience</li>\n<li>is flexible and can work well within a team</li>\n<li>has experience of working with children</li>\n<li>has a sense of humour</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong><br>In return we can offer:<br><br></strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>delightful, happy, friendly and hardworking children</li>\n<li>a supportive staff team</li>\n<li>a commitment to Continuing Professional Development.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>To arrange a visit, request an application pack or for further information please telephone the school on 0118 9375494.  Application packs can be downloaded from our website <a href=\"http://www.manorprimary.net\">www.manorprimary.net</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Manor Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p>\n<p>Please do not send a CV. For the purposes of equal opportunities, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For more information and to receive an application pack please telephone the school on 0118 9375494 or download from our website <a href=\"http://www.manorprimary.net\">www.manorprimary.net</a></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Completed applications should be emailed to admin@manor.reading.sch.uk</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date 7<sup>th</sup> October 2024<br><br></p>\n<p><strong><em>An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be sought from the successful candidate</em></strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Actual part time salary £15,696 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-19T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-07T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/81bdd941-aab4-49f3-b32e-b7a0c06c84e9.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d68c1485-08f9-40c6-b682-2f9427579c44","title":"Repairs Office and Customer Services Manager","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We're seeking a dynamic individual to step into the role of Repairs Office & Customer Services Manager within our Reactive Repairs Team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth delivery of daily repair services and supporting the management of our housing stock.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>As the Repairs Office & Customer Services Manager, <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>you'll spearhead the coordination and management of our Reactive Repairs Team. Your primary responsibilities will include overseeing the day-to-day repair services, optimising customer service experiences, and providing invaluable support to focus on a right first-time approach from call capture to allocation and job completion.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Managing a team of technical support officers in the Repairs Team back office for the Housing Building Maintenance Service.  You will contribute to ensuring that a cost-effective, high quality, responsive and client orientated customer service is delivered, reducing the likelihood of avoidable contact.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>Main duties include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Manage and lead 6-9 Technical Support Officers, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality service delivery.</li>\n<li>Uphold and enhance customer service standards, resolving escalated issues, and maintaining strong client relationships.</li>\n<li>Support to 60 multi trade operatives on site and provide support to our sub-contractor base</li>\n<li>Coordinate repair activities, scheduling, and allocation of resources to meet service level agreements and customer expectations</li>\n<li>Support office cover and end of day lone working rota</li>\n<li>Hold team meetings, staff 121s and appraisals</li>\n<li>Take ownership of all outstanding works orders</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. 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:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team</strong> - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency</strong> - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious</strong> - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential </p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading</strong> - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Significant experience in a managerial role in an office environment</li>\n<li>Demonstratable experience in managing a team including conflict resolution, team motivation and training</li>\n<li>Confident introducing and implementing policy and procedure</li>\n<li>Proficient with using a scheduling system and other housing related systems</li>\n<li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage diverse responsibilities effectively</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to liaise with team members, clients, and stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Adept at problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment.</li>\n<li>Familiarity with repair operations and contract management is advantageous</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our offer</strong></p>\n<p>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at Bennet Road</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>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n</ul>\n<p>  </p>\n<p>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact the hiring manager Sean Donaghue <a href=\"mailto:sean.donaghue@reading.gov.uk\">sean.donaghue@reading.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 6<sup>th</sup> October 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: TBC</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£36,648 - £41,418","publishDate":"2024-09-19T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/95284a13-042c-4b71-b6f7-1145b2de489f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ee35711e-5794-474e-8640-65189767d524","title":"Property Projects Manager","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>It’s an exciting time for our Corporate Property Services Team.  We've taken great strides to modernise our Property Department delivering a first-class service and offers modern and inspirational property portfolios for staff and the people of Reading.<br><br></p>\n<p>The role is a hybrid role with part work from home and part office</p>\n<p>We seek the best talent from the <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success.<strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>You'll help us to deliver a full professional and technical service to our teams and external bodies, regarding feasibility and new build works, refurbishment, improvements, building maintenance, contract and project management. <br><br></p>\n<p>You'll lead an experienced and committed team and play a key role in our service, so great communications skills and an inspirational leadership style will really help you to make a difference.  </p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em>Main duties and responsibilities:</em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide technical advice on all construction issues</li>\n<li>Project management of processes and capital projects from appointment of contractors, through to start on site and completion/handover of projects outputs.</li>\n<li>To programme manage property improvement schemes, proactively managing risk, resources and relationships and ensuring achievement of project objectives.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. 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:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential </p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity</p>\n<p><em> </em><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone with a property surveying background combined with the skills to manage a team.</p>\n<p>We need someone who shares our passion to drive improvement, support value, as well as delivery of best practice in Property Services Management.</p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em>Specific requirements:</em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Degree in Building Surveying, or equivalent in construction together with relevant experience within the construction industry.</li>\n<li>Experience and knowledge of the legislative context of property management in a large, diverse and complex organisation.</li>\n<li>Experience of project management including the supervision and management of contractors and consultants.</li>\n<li>Driving is essential.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> <strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Our offer</strong></p>\n<p>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement – 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted, 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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Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£53,630 - £57,354","publishDate":"2024-09-19T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-13T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/14045469-66e2-4da4-aa66-122b8273f935.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"795ed71a-fbfb-4d95-b323-46c0e3a6d95e","title":"Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN) - The Holy Brook School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>37 Hours per Week - Term Time Only to Include Inset Days</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Required to start Term 2 November 2024</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>The Holy Brook School is looking to appoint a highly motivated, caring and committed Teaching Assistant.<br><br></p>\n<p>Working as a Learning Team Assistant (LTA) you will be supporting the educational and emotional development of children with social, emotional and mental health <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>difficulties.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Job Purpose<br><br></strong></p>\n<p>Working alongside and under the direction of the class teacher you will be responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a safe, engaging and purposeful learning climate within the classroom. You will support the planning and delivery of lessons and interventions which reflect the social, emotional and educational needs of all pupils.<br><br></p>\n<p>Applications will be considered as received and interviews arranged accordingly.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Come and join our hard working, supportive and friendly team! A warm welcome is waiting for you.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For more information or to arrange a visit, please call Sarah Jones in the school office on 0118 937 5489.<br><br></p>\n<p>Please do not send a C.V. For the purposes of equal opportunities, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms. Please apply via the link.<br><br></p>\n<p>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced disclosure & barring service check will be sought from the successful candidate.<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: 4<sup>th</sup> October 2024   </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: To be confirmed   </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£22,246 - £26,857 - Actual Pro-Rata Salary","publishDate":"2024-09-19T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-04T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/aa98d80c-a30b-40c6-8230-e034d0e86105.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b773fc58-9c25-44ba-aac8-c98bdca85e89","title":"Strategic Finance Business Partner (Children's Services)","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">“There are very few councils that wouldn’t be envious of Reading’s many advantages and opportunities, both as a place and as a council.” – source LGA Corporate Peer Challenge. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Reading Borough Councils’ Children’s Services are delivered through our wholly owned company Brighter Futures for Children. The Council’s finance team delivers the full range of financial support to the company. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Strategic Finance Business Partner to lead that support.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">You will be a good communicator, with the ability to build strong relationships with key partners both in Brighter Futures for Children and across the Council. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">As well as attending monthly company Board meetings, you will also be a key member of the Council’s excellent Finance Leadership Team.  </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">We can offer you a competitive salary (including a market supplement), a chance to be part of an experienced and friendly finance team and lots of flexibility to work from home whenever possible.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">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.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">About the role</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">The Strategic Finance Business Partner for Children’s Services will lead a team who play a key role within Brighter Futures for Children and the Council, working with services to better understand the challenges and opportunities, creating initiatives to financially benefit the Company and being proactive and trusted financial advisers. The team are focused on helping services provide the right support, at the right time, in the right place, and at the right price.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Key responsibilities include:</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Being the senior strategic financial adviser for the Director of Children’s Services</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Attending monthly meetings of the Board</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Being the lead finance link between the Council and the company</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Being the S151 Officer’s representative in regard of all financial matters relating to the company</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Delivering a robust and pro-active financial planning and reporting service as well as driving and maintaining high standards of financial control</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Understanding cost drivers, risks and opportunities to generate ideas and create initiatives for the company and the Council</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Developing a high performing service focused team to support decision making </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">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. </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">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:</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Work Together as one team</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Drive Efficiency</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> - 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</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Be Ambitious</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> - 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</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Make a Difference to Reading</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">About you</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">To be suitable for this role you need to be a fully CCAB (or equivalent) qualified, service-focused finance professional with the ability to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders. You will have proven experience of developing a business partnering approach, ideally within a Local Authority environment.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Our offer</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">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.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and home-working according to the needs of the Service. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">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</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">A wide range of flexible working opportunities </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<a href=\"http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Local Government Pension Scheme</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\"> (LGPS) </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">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</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">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</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">For more information on this position please contact:</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Darren Carter, Director of Finance (s151 Officer) at </span><a href=\"mailto:darren.carter@reading.gov.uk\"><span class=\"customHTML\">darren.carter@reading.gov.uk</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\">; or</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Stuart Donnelly, Financial Planning & Strategy Manager (Deputy s151 Officer)</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> at </span><a href=\"mailto:stuart.donnelly@reading.gov.uk\"><span class=\"customHTML\">stuart.donnelly@reading.gov.uk</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> <br class=\"customHTML\"></span><span class=\"customHTML\">Closing Date: </span> <span class=\"customHTML\">Monday 14</span><span class=\"customHTML\">th</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> October 2024</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Interview Date: Week commencing 28</span><span class=\"customHTML\">th</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> October 2024</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">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.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£61,002 - £72,957 plus £5,000 Market Supplement","publishDate":"2024-09-18T14:43:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-14T14:43:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/73261480-08f0-482c-9aab-b386e8b3ccb8.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2f988443-b61a-4c41-a709-39500381e291","title":"Strategic HR and OD Business Partner","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">It’s an exciting time for our HR Team and we’re making great strides to modernise our offer, introducing self-service through a state-of-the-art HR System, transforming our resourcing function, delivering on a council wide leadership development programme whilst developing an organisational culture through our Team Reading values. Further development plans are in place, and we need you to help us achieve them.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">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. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">We support hybrid working, it’s important to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees to deliver their best and you’ll have the option to work remotely, subject to the needs of the service. </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">About the role </span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">You’ll play a key role in driving our strategic initiatives by aligning HR&OD practices with business objectives. </span><span class=\"customHTML\">As the HR&OD lead for a defined client area, you’ll be the trusted partner to senior leadership, and we’ll need you to provide guidance on organisational design and development, talent management and workforce planning. <br class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\"></span><span class=\"customHTML\">Your focus will be on delivering people related change while fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture. Specific areas we will need you to lead on include:</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Identifying the changing skills, competencies and workforce profile needed to ensure continued organisational success. Work with colleagues to develop a shared understanding of emerging needs and patterns of behaviour to help ensure that strategies, policies and performance expectations and standards are relevant.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Supporting line managers to ensure structures and roles are reflective of service need</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, influencing decisions and delivering innovative HR solutions.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Using insights from HR management information to inform strategic decision making. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Work Together as one team</strong> - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Drive Efficiency</strong> - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Be Ambitious</strong> - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Make a Difference to Reading</strong> - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">About you</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">We’re looking for someone with a genuine curiosity and determination, someone who isn’t afraid to challenge the business and leadership, even when it might not be the most popular option. </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">This role will suit someone who can combine HR&OD expertise with top notch influencing skills. Someone who enjoys a challenge, that can make things happen, whilst never losing sight of the customer.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">CIPD qualified (Level 7 Diploma in HR Management or equivalent) or have work experience demonstrating a similar level of attainment.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Significant HR&OD experience (generalist or specialist) gained in a large, complex organisation with multiple stakeholders.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Change and project management experience.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Ability to analyse and evaluate complex issues and information and foresee implications, taking decisive and effective action to tackle professional challenges and achieve results.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and partner with senior leadership. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Our offer </span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">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. </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">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. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">A wide range of flexible working opportunities  </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)  </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">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.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">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.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">For more information on this position, please contact our Recruitment Team at </span><a href=\"mailto:Recruitment@reading.gov.uk\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Recruitment@reading.gov.uk</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\">  </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Closing Date: </span><span class=\"customHTML\">30</span><span class=\"customHTML\">th</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> September 2024</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Interview Date: </span><span class=\"customHTML\">W/c 14</span><span class=\"customHTML\">th</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> October 2024</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">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. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£53,630 - £57,354","publishDate":"2024-09-18T14:37:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-09-30T14:37:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c7e6b6b7-1428-4519-b26e-9deb17286994.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9f9f0380-beff-47de-bca5-f37b233b389a","title":"Learning Support Assistants - Addington School Woodley","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>30 hours per week, term time only plus 2 INSET days</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Monday - 8.50 - 4.15, Tuesday to Friday 8.50 - 3.25</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Providing support to the Class Teacher, the role will involve assisting with the general management of pupils, preparing the classroom and setting out resources, supporting with pupils’ individual needs and assisting with maintaining records of pupils’ <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>progress.  <br><br></p>\n<p>You will also support with the management of pupils with behaviour difficulties and implement behaviour management plans when required.<br><br></p>\n<p>We cater for pupils aged 3 - 19 years with special educational needs and disabilities across two sites located in Woodley and Farley Hill. We have opportunities at our main school site in Woodley for applicants with previous experience of supporting children and young people with special educational needs.<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>We can offer:<br><br></strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>The opportunity to work in a special school judged ‘outstanding’ with a highly experienced Senior Leadership Team</li>\n<li>An environment committed to staff development and growing leadership</li>\n<li>A school with a coaching and collaborative culture</li>\n<li>Membership of an inclusive learning community with SEND expertise</li>\n<li>A school where creativity and innovation is encouraged</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme, Free Car Parking, Employee Assistance Programme, Staff Wellbeing Group, Flu Vaccinations, Access to Private Medical Scheme</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Addington School offers an environment committed to staff development and a route into teaching for candidates looking for a stepping stone onto the SEND teacher ladder.<br><br></strong></p>\n<p><strong>Please contact<span> </span>Amanda Cherry, HR Manager<span> </span>on<span> </span>0118 966 9073<span> </span>if you wish to discuss further. To apply, please visit:</strong></p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/learning-support-assistants-woodley-woodley-2110947\">https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/learning-support-assistants-woodley-woodley-2110947</a></strong></p>\n<p><strong></strong><br><br></p>\n<p><strong>To apply, please submit an application form before the closing date. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs.<br><br></strong></p>\n<p>Addington School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All employees of Addington school are required to undergo safeguarding checks which will include reference checks and enhanced DBS check. 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