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Finance Business Partner
Are you a finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact in local government? Reading Borough Council is seeking a talented and motivated Finance Business Partner – Children’s Social Care to join our dynamic Finance Business Partnering Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of the Council, supporting children’s services directorates with expert financial advice and insight.

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. At Reading Borough Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and ambition. We offer a hybrid working environment, combining office-based and remote work, and support flexible working patterns. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages professional development and recognises the importance of work-life balance.

About the role:
In this role, you will work closely with the Strategic Finance Business Partner for Children’s Services (currently delivered via Brighter Futures for Children) to deliver high-quality financial support across a range of services. You’ll be a key advisor to budget managers, helping them navigate financial planning, budget setting, and year-end processes. Your work will directly influence decision-making, ensuring that resources are used effectively and that the Council’s strategic objectives are met.
Key areas of responsibility include:
<ul>
<li>Provide expert financial advice to Children’s Social Care budget managers</li>
<li>Support strategic planning, budget setting, and year-end processes for children’s services</li>
<li>Contribute to business cases such as early intervention, care placements, and service transformation</li>
<li>Analyse trends in demand and cost pressures, offering solutions to improve value for money</li>
<li>Help shape service strategy through robust financial insight and forecasting</li>
<li>Supervise and support junior finance staff</li>
</ul>

About you:
We’re looking for someone who is CCAB qualified (or working towards qualification) with a strong understanding of public sector finance. Experience in a business partnering role within Children’s Services Social Care is highly desirable. You should be confident in managing complex financial information, communicating clearly with stakeholders, and working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently, and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Jo Collis-Heavens - <a href="mailto:jo.collis-heavens@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">jo.collis-heavens@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Friday 25 July 2025 Interview Date: week commencing Monday 4 August 2025
Interview Process: Presentation &amp; Interview
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Finance Business Partner - Family Help and Safeguarding

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Required for September 2025 start - Part Time - 25 hours a week - 8.30am to 1.30pm Monday – Friday - Term time only 
We are looking for a part time Teaching Assistant who would work in either Key Stage 1 or 2. 
We are a small Catholic Primary School with just over 130 children, based in Caversham Park Village, Reading. 
Our children are well-behaved and enthusiastic about learning and their parents are supportive and helpful. We have a very active Parent Staff Association which regularly organises community and fundraising events to support the school. St Martin’s is a busy, happy place with lots going on! 
We can offer you: • Well planned CPD opportunities to help you to develop and thrive in your role. • A friendly and supportive SLT and staff team. 
We warmly welcome visits 
Application packs are available from our school website: <a href="http://www.stmartinscaversham.co.uk" target="_blank">www.stmartinscaversham.co.uk</a> or by e mailing <a href="mailto:admin@stmartins.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@stmartins.reading.sch.uk</a>
To apply, please complete the application form and return to: <a href="mailto:head@stmartins.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">head@stmartins.reading.sch.uk</a> 
Applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews will be arranged at a mutually convenient time. 
Closing date: Sunday 14th July 2025 
St Martin’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level.

Teaching Assistant - St Martins Catholic Primary School

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Are you passionate about ceramics and looking for a flexible, hands-on role in a creative learning environment? New Directions College – Reading Borough Council’s adult and community learning service – is seeking a committed and practical Casual Ceramics Technician to support the delivery of our ceramics courses. This is a great opportunity to work within a friendly, learner-focused environment and play a key role in the smooth operation of our ceramics studio.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
 About the Role: New Directions College is based at 330 Northumberland Avenue, Reading, RG2 8DH.&nbsp; The role is casual and will require you on and as and when needed basis. You’ll support both tutors and learners by preparing the ceramics studio for classes, setting up and maintaining equipment, and ensuring all materials are ready for use. You’ll manage kiln operations, including firing and maintenance, and assist with mixing glazes, reclaiming clay, and cleaning specialist tools and areas. 
Health and safety will be a key part of your role, including COSHH compliance and regular checks to ensure the studio environment is safe, clean, and welcoming. You’ll also help with stock control, ordering materials, checking deliveries, and maintaining the studio’s organisation.
 Working flexibly to meet the needs of the curriculum, you’ll liaise with tutors, provide technical support during classes, and contribute to a positive, creative learning experience for our students.
 What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>A degree (or equivalent experience) in Ceramics or a related subject</li>
<li>Experience in operating and maintaining kilns and ceramics studio equipment</li>
<li>COSHH and Health &amp; Safety knowledge (training provided if required)</li>
<li>A proactive, organised, and self-motivated approach</li>
<li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills</li>
<li>Flexibility to work on a casual basis to meet class timetables and studio needs</li>
</ul>
 If you have a passion for ceramics and want to help others enjoy and succeed in their learning, we’d love to hear from you. 
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Zillah Puri – Arts, Crafts &amp; Wellbeing Learning Manager - <a href="mailto:zillah.puri@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">zillah.puri@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Interview Date: Sunday 6th July 2025
Interview Date: TBC
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.

Casual Ceramics Technician - New Directions College

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Join us at this exciting time for Reading Borough Council as we drive forward a dynamic and diverse portfolio of programmes.
Our&nbsp;Portfolio Management Office (PMO) and Change Delivery Team, part of our Policy, Change and Customer Services, play a key role in delivering priority projects and transformative programmes across the Council.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role 
Our&nbsp;Change Delivery Analyst&nbsp;roles are designed to be&nbsp;multi-disciplinary, offering both&nbsp;flexibility&nbsp;and&nbsp;opportunities for professional growth.
As a Change Delivery Analyst, your immediate focus will be to:
<ul>
<li>Manage small projects independently, or sub-projects as part of a small team, actively participating across the full delivery lifecycle</li>
<li>Apply strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills&nbsp;to drive successful outcomes</li>
<li>Contribute to the development and refinement of our methodologies (e.g. project management, business analysis and change management), incorporating best practices and lessons learned.</li>
</ul>
About you
We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate individual to join our Change Delivery Team, someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is driven to make a real difference in public service.
Key experience and skills we are looking for from the candidate:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience&nbsp;in delivering small projects to completion, with a track record of successful delivery</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills to drive successful outcomes</li>
<li>A&nbsp;collaborative mindset&nbsp;</li>
<li>A&nbsp;genuine passion for delivering meaningful change&nbsp;within a public sector context</li>
<li>Experience in managing stakeholders</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</li>
<li>Working knowledge&nbsp;in one or more of the following areas: business analysis, business change, user-centred design or procurement project management</li>
</ul>
The personal statement within the application process will be part of the shortlisting criteria, so please make sure you tell us how your experience and skills meet the person specification within the job description.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position, please contact Zoe Hobbs - <a href="mailto:zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk</a> or Nicola Snelling - nicola.snelling @reading.gov.uk 
Closing Date: Thursday 10th July 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing 21st July 2025
Interview Process: As part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to&nbsp;complete a task. The remainder of the interview will follow a&nbsp;standard question and answer format, focusing on your experience, skills and suitability for the role.
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.

Change Delivery Analyst

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Join us at this exciting time for Reading Borough Council as we drive forward a dynamic and diverse portfolio of programmes.
Our&nbsp;Portfolio Management Office (PMO) and Change Delivery Team, part of our Policy, Change and Customer Services, play a key role in delivering priority projects and transformative programmes across the Council.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role 
Our&nbsp;Change Delivery Consultant&nbsp;roles are designed to be&nbsp;multi-disciplinary, offering both&nbsp;flexibility&nbsp;and&nbsp;opportunities for professional growth.
As a Change Delivery Consultant, your immediate focus will be to:
<ul>
<li>Lead and manage small to medium-sized projects&nbsp;across the full delivery lifecycle</li>
<li>Apply strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills&nbsp;to drive successful outcomes</li>
<li>Contribute to the development and refinement of our methodologies (e.g. project management, business analysis and change management), incorporating best practices and lessons learned, sharing these across the organisation through training, coaching, and mentoring</li>
</ul>
 About you
We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate individual to join our Change Delivery Team, someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is driven to make a real difference in public service.
Key experience and skills we are looking for from the candidate:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience&nbsp;in project management, with a track record of successful delivery</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills to drive successful outcomes</li>
<li>A&nbsp;collaborative mindset&nbsp;and the ability to convince others of the need for adaption and change</li>
<li>A&nbsp;genuine passion for delivering meaningful change&nbsp;within a public sector context</li>
<li>Experience in managing stakeholders, with the ability to influence at senior levels</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</li>
<li>Working knowledge&nbsp;in one or more of the following areas: business analysis, business change, user-centred design or procurement project management</li>
</ul>
The personal statement within the application process will be part of the shortlisting criteria, so please make sure you tell us how your experience and skills meet the person specification within the job description.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Zoe Hobbs - <a href="mailto:zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk</a> or Daniel McMilan - <a href="mailto:daniel.mcmillan@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">daniel.mcmillan@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Thursday 10th July 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing 21st July 2025
Interview Process: As part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to&nbsp;prepare a task in advance&nbsp;and&nbsp;present it to the panel. This presentation will allow you to demonstrate your approach, thinking, and communication skills in a practical context.&nbsp; Following the presentation, the remainder of the interview will follow a&nbsp;standard question and answer format, focusing on your experience, skills and suitability for the role.
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.

Change Delivery Consultant

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We are a Local Authority working for the community, improving the lives of our residents and we’re looking for a motivated and talented Senior Social Worker to join our Advice and Wellbeing Hub – SW Pathway.
 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.
As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality advice, early intervention, and support to those accessing the hub. You will provide professional leadership, undertake complex assessments, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to promote wellbeing and safeguard vulnerable individuals. &nbsp;
The Advice and Wellbeing Hub comprises a Social Work and OT pathways.&nbsp; The team takes all the new referrals into Adult Social Care for people 18 years upwards.&nbsp; It is a busy, supportive and friendly team, working with people of all ages and backgrounds and their families and carers. We use a Conversations Count strengths-based model to promote choice and control and achieve excellent outcomes. You will work with individuals who have been referred for support for up to 6 weeks, to maximise their independence in their own homes. Promoting choice and control and using a strength-based approach.

About the Role:
Your duties as Senior Social Worker include providing supervision to the Social Workers and Social Care Coordinators within the team and to undertake joint visits with other members of the team to support with knowledge sharing and skills development. You will also support the Team Manager in some aspects of managing the team as a whole and service development
The role involves you undertaking work using the Conversation Counts model, working on prevention and early support. Using your social work expertise, you will conduct Care Act assessments, safeguarding investigations, and Mental Capacity assessments, as well as facilitate best interest meetings. 
This role involves working with adults with diverse needs, including individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older adults, and those affected by substance or alcohol misuse. Additionally, you will provide information, advice, and support to carers, helping them navigate available resources and services. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and experience in Adult Social Care, delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions to individuals in their own homes. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team committed to making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. 
We offer a flexible working environment with a mixture of home working and access to an office based in the centre of Reading. 
You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures. We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. 
You will need to have:
<ul>
<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>
<li>Registration with Social work England</li>
<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014</li>
</ul>
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 clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker. 
We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed 
Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement.</li>
</ul>
If you would like to find out more about this role please contact Caroline Marsh - Team Manager on 0118 937 3672, <a href="mailto:caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing date: Applications will be reviewed upon submission Interview date: TBA Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.

Senior Social Worker - Advice and Wellbeing Hub

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Join us at this exciting time for Reading Borough Council as we drive forward a dynamic and diverse portfolio of programmes.
Our&nbsp;Portfolio Management Office (PMO) and Change Delivery Team, part of our Policy, Change and Customer Services, play a key role in delivering priority projects and transformative programmes across the Council.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role 

Our&nbsp;Senior Change Delivery Consultant&nbsp;roles are intentionally designed to be&nbsp;multi-disciplinary, offering both&nbsp;flexibility&nbsp;and&nbsp;opportunities for growth.
As a Senior Change Delivery Consultant, you will:
<ul>
<li>Lead large-scale, complex projects and programmes&nbsp;through the full delivery lifecycle</li>
<li>Provide line management, coaching, and mentoring&nbsp;to Change Delivery Consultants and Analysts</li>
<li>Leverage strong interpersonal and analytical skills&nbsp;to drive successful outcomes</li>
<li>Shape and evolve our methodologies (e.g. project management, business analysis and change management), incorporating best practices and lessons learned, championing these across the organisation through training, coaching, and mentoring opportunities.</li>
</ul>
You will be part of the PMO &amp; Change Delivery Management Team and part of the wider Service of Policy, Change and Customer Service.

About you
We are looking for an&nbsp;energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate individual&nbsp;to join our&nbsp;Change Delivery Team, someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is driven to make a real difference in public service.
Key experience and skills we are looking for from the candidate:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience&nbsp;in programme and project management, with a track record of successful delivery</li>
<li>Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to support and develop team members effectively</li>
<li>A&nbsp;collaborative mindset&nbsp;and the ability to think strategically</li>
<li>A&nbsp;genuine passion for delivering meaningful change&nbsp;within a public sector context</li>
<li>Experience in managing complex stakeholders&nbsp;across multiple organisations, with the ability to influence at senior levels</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</li>
<li>Working knowledge&nbsp;in one or more of the following areas: business analysis, business change, user-centred design or procurement project management</li>
</ul>
The personal statement within the application process will be part of the shortlisting criteria, so please make sure you tell us how your experience and skills meet the person specification within the job description.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity

Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Zoe Hobbs -&nbsp; <a href="mailto:zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk</a>. 
Closing Date: Tuesday 8th July 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing 14th July 2025 (likely 16th &amp; 17th July 2025)
Interview Process: As part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to&nbsp;prepare a task in advance&nbsp;and&nbsp;present it to the panel. This presentation will allow you to demonstrate your approach, thinking, and communication skills in a practical context.&nbsp; Following the presentation, the remainder of the interview will follow a&nbsp;standard question and answer format, focusing on your experience, skills and suitability for the role.
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.

Senior Change Delivery Consultant

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Are you ready to build a career that shapes the future of your community? We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Building Control team as a&nbsp;Trainee Building Inspector. As a Trainee Building Inspector, you’ll be part of a supportive and experienced team ensuring that buildings across Reading are safe, accessible, and energy-efficient. This is a&nbsp;career-graded role, offering structured progression and development opportunities as you gain experience and qualifications. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role: As a Trainee Building Inspector, you'll be part of a friendly and knowledgeable team, learning on the job while gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills develop. You will:
<ul>
<li>Carry out supervised site inspections of building works in progress, checking for compliance with Building Regulations relating to structural safety, fire protection, accessibility, insulation, drainage and more</li>
<li>Assess building plans and technical drawings with support from senior colleagues, learning how to interpret and apply the relevant legislation and guidance</li>
<li>Calculate and process application fees and maintain accurate digital records for all inspections and decisions</li>
<li>Support the investigation of unsafe or unauthorised building work, helping to gather evidence and report findings</li>
<li>Learn how to assess and report on dangerous structures, working alongside experienced inspectors to ensure public safety</li>
<li>Provide clear, courteous and practical advice to members of the public, homeowners, architects, and contractors</li>
<li>Assist in issuing statutory notices, reports, and decisions under supervision</li>
<li>Participate in consultations with internal departments (e.g. fire safety, highways) and external bodies such as utility providers and emergency services</li>
<li>Work towards building the technical knowledge and confidence needed to make independent assessments and recommendations</li>
</ul>
 As you develop, you’ll take on more responsibility, including checking simple applications, issuing decisions, and conducting independent site visits.
 You will be based in our Civic Offices (although working from home is not discouraged) in an open office working alongside others in the Planning, Transport and Public Protection Service. This enables co-working to happen naturally and provides a friendly and collaborative working environment.
 About you
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, eager to learn, and ready to take the first step in a rewarding technical career. You should have:
<ul>
<li>5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (including Maths and English) or equivalent</li>
<li>A full UK driving licence</li>
<li>Some experience in the building industry or in a customer-facing role</li>
<li>Strong communication and teamwork skills</li>
<li>Good attention to detail and record-keeping abilities</li>
</ul>
About Reading
Reading is a vibrant town subject to considerable development growth and that brings with it a large and varied case load for the building control team. Ranging from major commercial and community development to more routine domestic and business construction projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at a time of significant changes in the Building Control profession.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The success of the team relies on every individual playing their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you will work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer
We offer support to grow and develop your career with in-house training and the opportunity to attend continuing professional development events. &nbsp;Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged and your ideas for business improvement listened to. 
A competitive salary is offered alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact the Building Control Team Leader - Paul Boland via email: <a href="mailto:paul.boland@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.boland@reading.gov.uk</a> or via phone: 07977 632 962 
Closing Date: Tuesday 8th July 2025
Interview Date: TBC
 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.

Trainee Building Inspector - Building Control

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We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our Learning Disability and Neurodiversity (LDN) Team. You will play a key role in supporting individuals to live meaningful, independent lives by promoting participation in daily activities, enhancing wellbeing, and reducing barriers to inclusion. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: As an Occupational Therapist you'll be an integral part of a welcoming and encouraging team. Our collaborative efforts extend to colleagues within Reading Borough Council, healthcare professionals, voluntary and charity organizations, Brighter Futures for Children, and education partners, all aimed at achieving optimal outcomes for the individuals under our care. We seek individuals who can showcase excellent communication skills and possess the ability to establish and nurture relationships with colleagues, service users, and their families. We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who:
<ul>
<li>Holds a recognised degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and is HCPC registered.</li>
<li>Has experience working with people with learning disabilities, autism, or other neurodivergent conditions (or a strong interest in this area).</li>
<li>Demonstrates excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and team-working skills.</li>
<li>Is committed to inclusive practice and person-centred care.</li>
</ul>
 Your role will include:
<ul>
<li>Providing a timely transition for all Care Act eligible 14- to 18-year-olds into adulthood; and ensuring all adults with a learning disability and/or autism are receiving the appropriate ASC support under care act eligibility criteria.</li>
<li>Promoting as much independence, whatever that looks like to the young/older adults, as possible to allow for successful and achievable outcomes.</li>
<li>Embedding an enablement focus. You will support individuals to remain in their own homes and maximise their independence.</li>
<li>Working with all families to ensure they understand the role and remit of ASC for eligible LDN adults.</li>
<li>Developing close and effective relationships with providers, community and voluntary services, children’s services, schools and colleges.</li>
<li>Helping us to be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>
<li>Using a strengths-based approach and your unique OT skill set to support individuals to find solutions, promote wellbeing and healthy occupations through a variety of interventions including equipment, adaptations, manual handling, goal planning and working closely with care providers, Housing Services and Health colleagues.</li>
</ul>
You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our young people. You will work within local RBC guidance, policies and procedures, as well as RCOT guidelines and good practice. A good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and its application, including Adult Safeguarding is desirable.&nbsp;
 We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We offer excellent support, supervision, and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as an Occupational Therapist. You’ll be part of a team that relies on everyone to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.

Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>
</ul>
Closing date: Applications considered on receipt Interview date: To be arranged If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Louise Mole (LDA Team Manager) on 0118 937 3747 or email <a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">louise.mole@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a><a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"> </a>
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.&nbsp;

Occupational Therapist - Learning Disability and Neurodiversity (LDN) Team

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We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic and supportive Learning Disability and Neurodiversity (LDN) Team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your clinical expertise and leadership skills to shape service delivery and support individuals in achieving their goals.
 Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities and neurodivergent needs to live more independent and fulfilling lives?
 We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: As a Senior Occupational Therapist you'll be an integral part of a welcoming and encouraging team. Our collaborative efforts extend to colleagues within Reading Borough Council, healthcare professionals, voluntary and charity organizations, Brighter Futures for Children, and education partners, all aimed at achieving optimal outcomes for the individuals under our care. We seek individuals who can showcase excellent communication skills and possess the ability to establish and nurture relationships with colleagues, service users, and their families. In this senior role, you will:
<ul>
<li>Provide advanced, person-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions to adults with a range of complex needs.</li>
<li>Offer clinical leadership and supervision to junior staff and students within the team.</li>
<li>Work closely with health, social care, and voluntary sector colleagues to deliver integrated care.</li>
<li>Take a lead on service development initiatives and contribute to strategic planning.</li>
<li>Support the development of pathways that promote independence, inclusion, and positive outcomes.</li>
</ul>
 We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who:
<ul>
<li>Holds a recognised degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and is HCPC registered.</li>
<li>Has experience working with people with learning disabilities, autism, or other neurodivergent conditions (or a strong interest in this area).</li>
<li>Demonstrates excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and team-working skills.</li>
<li>Is committed to inclusive practice and person-centred care.</li>
</ul>
 Your role will include:
<ul>
<li>Providing a timely transition for all Care Act eligible 14- to 18-year-olds into adulthood; and ensuring all adults with a learning disability and/or autism are receiving the appropriate ASC support under care act eligibility criteria.</li>
<li>Promoting as much independence, whatever that looks like to the young/older adults, as possible to allow for successful and achievable outcomes.</li>
<li>Embedding an enablement focus. You will support individuals to remain in their own homes and maximise their independence.</li>
<li>Working with all families to ensure they understand the role and remit of ASC for eligible LDN adults.</li>
<li>Developing close and effective relationships with providers, community and voluntary services, children’s services, schools and colleges.</li>
<li>Helping us to be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>
<li>Using a strengths-based approach and your unique OT skill set to support individuals to find solutions, promote wellbeing and healthy occupations through a variety of interventions including equipment, adaptations, manual handling, goal planning and working closely with care providers, Housing Services and Health colleagues.</li>
</ul>
You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our young people. You will work within local RBC guidance, policies and procedures, as well as RCOT guidelines and good practice. A good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and its application, including Adult Safeguarding is desirable.&nbsp;
 We offer excellent support, supervision, and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as an Occupational Therapist. You’ll be part of a team that relies on everyone to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.

Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>
</ul>
Closing date: Applications considered on receipt Interview date: To be arranged If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Louise Mole (LDA Team Manager) on 0118 937 3747 or email <a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">louise.mole@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a><a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"> </a>
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
 Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.&nbsp;

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