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Make a real difference to public safety,
 fairness and community standards in Reading. We're looking for a
 confident and experienced enforcement professional to join our
 Licensing Team as a Senior Licensing Enforcement Officer. This is
 a key frontline role in safeguarding our community, ensuring
 compliance across a wide range of licensing functions -&nbsp;from taxi
 and private hire vehicles, to premises, gambling, events, and
 street trading.
 
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: 
Licensing in Reading is a huge and varied area of work. We have a
 booming daytime and evening economy and all the associated
 challenges which that presents. 
 
As a Senior Licensing Enforcement Officer,
 you'll take a lead role in ensuring compliance with licensing
 laws and protecting the public across a wide range of areas -
 including taxis and private hire vehicles, licensed premises,
 gambling, events, and street trading. 
 
You'll conduct complex investigations,
 carry out inspections, respond to complaints, and take
 enforcement action where necessary, including preparing and
 presenting cases for committee hearings or legal proceedings.
 You'll also lead covert operations and collaborate with other
 enforcement agencies to tackle unlicensed or unlawful
 activity. 
 
In addition to enforcement work, you'll
 play a key role in mentoring junior officers, shaping policies,
 and deputising for the Principal Licensing Enforcement Officer
 when needed. You'll work closely with councillors, licensees,
 residents and external stakeholders to provide expert advice,
 manage sensitive issues, and ensure that licensing conditions are
 upheld. 
 
Your work will directly contribute to public safety, fair
 trading, and community well-being across Reading. 
 
You would need to be
 able to demonstrate:
<ul>
<li>good communication and inter-personal
 skills</li>
<li>flexibility and willingness to work
 unsocial hours where needed 
willingness to work largely outdoors inspecting licences and
 enforcing on illegal activities</li>
<li>comprehensive understanding and
 experience of taxi and private hire licensing legislation and
 practice including the preparation of legal proceedings</li>
<li>comprehensive understanding and
 experience of alcohol and gambling legislation and practice
 including the preparation of legal proceedings</li>
<li>ability to organise own workload and
 that of junior staff 
 
</li>
</ul>
Ideally you will be a practicing
 practitioner, holding PLPQ qualification and have some legal
 knowledge and experience and/or the ability to interpret
 legislation and statutory guidance would be an
 advantage. 
 
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&amp;© skills are developed and used
 effectively 
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver
 excellence and inspire and support others to reach their
 potential 
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 33 days after
 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working
 opportunities 
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>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 Clyde
 Masson - Principal Licensing Enforcement Officer - <a href="mailto:clyde.masson@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">clyde.masson@reading.gov.uk</a> 
 
Closing Date: Sunday 27th July
 2025 
Interview Date: 14th and 15th August 2025 
 
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

Reading Borough Council

Senior Licensing Enforcement Officer

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3.00pm - 6.00pm -&nbsp; Fridays Only - Term Time only - Start Date: 3rd September 2025 Supportive arrangements for staff children may be organized We are looking for an After School Club Assistant who will supervise children in our after-school provision ensuring their safety at all times. The individual will engage with pupils in activities, conversation and play, prepare and serve simple foodstuffs, will meet and greet parents and will provide them with feedback on their child’s time at the club. The successful candidate will… - Have a friendly, lively and engaging manner - Demonstrate great communication skills - Show initiative and the ability to work both independently and in a team
To discuss the position at St Anne’s, please contact Adriana Valencia on <a href="mailto:bursar@st-annes.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">bursar@st-annes.reading.sch.uk</a>&nbsp; For an application pack, please download the forms from our website under Vacancies at <a href="http://www.st-annes.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">www.st-annes.reading.sch.uk</a>&nbsp; Completed applications should be returned to the school via email to <a href="mailto:bursar@st-annes.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">bursar@st-annes.reading.sch.uk</a>&nbsp;
Recruitment will take place on a rolling basis as applications are received. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by employer.

After School Club Assistant - St Annes Catholic Primary School

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Are you an experienced housing lawyer ready to take the next step in your legal career? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Housing Lawyer to join our dynamic Housing &amp; Civil Litigation Team within the Council’s Legal Services. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in high-quality legal work that truly makes a difference. 
If you have strong legal expertise, particularly in housing litigation, and a thorough understanding of key housing legislation, we’d love to hear from you. Join us as we work towards becoming the best place to practice local government law—where talent is valued, innovation is embraced, and professional excellence is at the heart of everything we do.

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 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 homeworking according to the needs of the Service.

About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Council’s Housing Service by providing expert advice and assistance across all areas of Housing and Homelessness law. You’ll represent the Council in County and Magistrates' Court proceedings, with the potential to be involved in complex cases in the High Court.
Principal accountabilities and responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Be responsible for a large and varied caseload of Housing Litigation matters, to include drafting Letters Before Action, pleadings, witness statements, settlement agreements, briefs to counsel and corresponding with both Litigants in Person and legally represented opponents</li>
<li>Issuing court proceedings on behalf of the Council and ensuring that instructions are lodged within timescales</li>
<li>Complying with relevant Protocols and timescales, complying with the Civil Procedure Rules and ensuring that all court direction deadlines are met</li>
<li>Preparing for court hearings</li>
<li>Advocacy in the County Court and the Magistrates Court</li>
<li>Ensuring that clients are kept up to date with the progress of cases and legal action</li>
<li>Advising on all aspects of Housing law including in the areas of Homelessness, Allocations and Judicial Review and on relevant points arising in the Housing Act 1985, Housing Act 1996, Criminal Justice &amp; Public Order Act 1994, Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, Local Government Act 1972 and Equality Act 2010.</li>
<li>Assisting the Principal Lawyer where required in the more complex cases held by the team.</li>
<li>To deputise for the Principal Lawyer in casework or the management of the team when required by the Principal Lawyer</li>
<li>Providing advice to members, officers and partners on legal matters, policies and corporate issues, ensuring the Council’s best interests are achieved within the law.</li>
<li>Line managing of staff assigned by your line manager</li>
</ul>
 About you: We’re looking for a qualified legal professional an admitted Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with a current practising certificate and the right to practise in England. You’ll bring a strong interest in housing law, alongside in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Housing Litigation and court procedures, including conducting your own advocacy. With proven experience in managing or supervising others, you’ll be confident leading and supporting a team. Highly organised, conscientious, and collaborative, you take pride in delivering high-quality work and thrive in a dynamic, team-focused environment.
Our ideal candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>Experience of holding a large and varied caseload of housing cases</li>
<li>Experience of dealing with cases allocated to both the Fast and Multi track</li>
<li>Excellent diary management skills and the ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet service needs</li>
<li>Recent advocacy experience</li>
<li>An excellent working knowledge in key Housing legislation</li>
<li>Good interpersonal skills and is a good team player</li>
<li>Experience of line managing people and/or extensive supervision of others and a willingness to do so in this role</li>
</ul>
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 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (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 - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; 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>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Ms Georgina Tully - Principal Lawyer - <a href="mailto:Georgina.tully@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Georgina.tully@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing Date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sunday 27th July 2025
Interview Date: &nbsp;To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Senior Housing Lawyer - Legal Services Team

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Various part time hours available from September 2025 – please contact school to discuss hours.
 “Pupils are enthusiastic and conscientious learners”
“Pupils and staff have very positive relationships which create a harmonious learning environment throughout the school.” (Ofsted, June 2019)
 The Ridgeway is a nurturing and friendly school situated within a diverse community in South Reading, with enthusiastic, happy pupils who enjoy learning and a committed and highly motivated team.&nbsp;
We are looking for a self-motivated and patient Early Years Practitioner to join our dynamic Early Years team.
In order to support this position and to secure excellent outcomes for our pupils, we can offer ongoing training and professional development. 
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and creative Early Years Practitioner to continue to support and develop the learning opportunities enjoyed by our children.
The successful applicant will:
<ol>
<li>have an NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent</li>
<li>have a good understanding of the EYFS framework</li>
<li>demonstrate a nurturing and inclusive approach to all children and their families;</li>
<li>can positively engage and support children with their learning;</li>
<li>have high expectations for children’s learning and behaviour, and can apply these consistently;</li>
<li>can build positive relationships with children, colleagues, professionals and parents.</li>
</ol>
Please contact Rachel Wiggins, Office Manager, for more information via email: <a href="mailto:officemanager@theridgeway.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">officemanager@theridgeway.reading.sch.uk</a> or call 0118 937 5530 or visit: <a href="http://www.theridgewayprimary.net" target="_blank">www.theridgewayprimary.net</a> Closing date:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Applications will be considered upon receipt
Interview date:&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; To be confirmed This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. The Ridgeway Primary School is committed to inclusion and equity. We welcome talented applicants from Under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Early Years Practitioner (Nursery) - The Ridgeway Primary School

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We’re looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Sustainable Communities Officer to join our Community Partnerships Service Team. Our Housing and Communities Team are passionate about the people who live in our town; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within a lively and thriving neighbourhood.&nbsp; We have bags of energy and enthusiasm and channel this by seeking to innovate and create opportunities that have a lasting effect on the communities in Reading and keeps them at the heart of all we do.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as a diverse and inclusive team will be 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:
The Community Partnerships Service, which sits within Housing &amp; Communities to ensure the service is better placed to support, enable, and protect individuals and communities and is now looking for an enthusiastic Sustainable Communities Officer to join the team.
 We have a great track record in building strategic partnerships, successfully bidding for Government funding, major project delivery and being the best landlord in the town. Our work is rewarding, we change lives for the better by tackling homelessness, building new homes and strengthening communities.

This is an exciting community focussed role which will require you to support the development of asset-based community development plans through connecting services with residents to jointly shape positive activity and outcomes to achieve sustainable resolutions to improve the lives of local residents. You will have the opportunity to work in partnership with our amazing stakeholders to enable effective connections across the areas to achieve these positive outcomes and support the delivery of local projects as well as supporting the shaping and delivery of services and activities from our 4 housing owned community centres.
Main Duties and responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Support the development and monitor/refresh collaborative asset-based community development plans, which will drive locality delivery to improve outcomes for people living in those identified neighbourhoods and ensure those neighbourhoods feel clean, green and safe.</li>
<li>Act as a broker between neighbourhoods, internal RBC teams and partners to identify and progress activity to support neighbourhood change aimed at delivering improved outcomes and service priorities.</li>
<li>Work alongside the Community Development Officers to build knowledge of community priorities and ensure feedback from community consultations/conversations help shape neighbourhood plans and inform service development.</li>
<li>Build relationships with the local Voluntary and Community Sector organisations, including faith based and equalities led organisations, to identify opportunities to work together for the benefit of residents, including offering spaces or organisations to deliver activities more locally.</li>
<li>Support the promotion of neighbourhood related events and activities across services and partners to ensure maximum participation.</li>
<li>Work with the Community Centre Co-ordinator to ensure that activities delivered at the centres are shaped by residents.</li>
<li>Provide updates relating to Asset Based Community Development Plans and activity happening in local areas to improve outcomes for neighbourhoods and resident wellbeing at a range of forums and through written reports.</li>
</ul>
About you:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person with excellent communication skills and experience in working with communities to shape local services and partnership working. You will have experience of working within culturally diverse and/or disadvantaged communities, experience of building networks and working with partners to deliver new initiatives in local communities. You will need the ability to confidently communicate with a range of audiences and understand the views of others. Multitasking and working both individually and as part of a team are key attributes too!

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
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.

This post will be a hybrid working post. 
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>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (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 - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; 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>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Pennylope Kapere, Sustainable Communities Manager at: <a href="mailto:pennylope.kapere@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">pennylope.kapere@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing Date:&nbsp;Sunday 27th July 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Sustainable Communities Officer - Community Partnerships Service

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Part time $ú 32 hours per week (4.5 days
 per week) $ú (Working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday $ú flexible
 with remaining hours) - Permanent 
 
We are building a more sustainable,
 efficient, and resident-focused Reading $ú and our Asset
 Management Team plays a vital role in that journey. We're looking
 for a Valuation Surveyor with strong technical skills and a
 collaborative mindset to help shape the future of our corporate
 property portfolio.&nbsp; &nbsp;We manage a diverse property portfolio,
 maximizing the use and value of all property assets.&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&amp;©re fully committed to flexible working hours and within
 this role you will also have the opportunity to work largely from
 home, subject to service needs.&nbsp;
 
About the role:
As a Valuation Surveyor, you&amp;©ll
 deliver high-quality property valuations and estates management
 services across a varied portfolio including commercial,
 residential and operational property. 
 
You&amp;©ll support disposals and acquisitions, lead landlord and
 tenant negotiations, and advise on development, viability, and
 regeneration schemes. It&amp;©s an opportunity to help maximise
 value from public assets while supporting key local
 priorities. 
 
A pool car will be available when required to go out and complete
 site inspections around the Reading Borough. 
 
Key areas of responsibility
 include:
As a Valuation Surveyor, you will play a
 crucial role in managing the Council&amp;©s property
 portfolio. 
 
Your responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Conducting valuations for various
 purposes, including asset valuations, insurance valuations, and
 planning viability appraisals.</li>
<li>Negotiating terms and managing the
 disposal and acquisition of land/buildings.</li>
<li>Managing income-generating assets for
 investment purposes.</li>
<li>Undertaking Landlord &amp; Tenant work,
 including lettings, reviews, and renewals.</li>
<li>Providing property advice and preparing
 reports for Councillors and Officers. 
 
</li>
</ul>
About
 you:
We&amp;©re looking for someone with
 experience of dealing with a broad spectrum of different property
 types, including commercial, residential and rural property
 valuations. A good understanding of current thinking/best
 practice in relation to Valuation and Estates issues and the
 ability to analyse and interpret complex written and financial
 information and make professional recommendations on the best use
 of property assets.
 
Experience:
<ul>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of large and
 complex public service organisations</li>
<li>Awareness and understanding of local
 government operations and how Council services interface with
 key public service partners e.g. police, health</li>
<li>Excellent judgement and analysis with
 the ability to broker solutions to complex problems. Commercial
 awareness and approach, recognising the importance of value for
 money in all Council activity</li>
<li>Excellent communication and negotiating
 skills with the ability to present complex issues in a simple
 and easy to understand way for internal and external
 audiences</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Chartered surveyor or equivalent</li>
<li>Registered Valuer</li>
<li>Significant post qualification
 experience</li>
<li>Member of the Royal Institution of
 Chartered Surveyors (RICS)</li>
</ul>
 
You&amp;©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&amp;©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:&nbsp;
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 $ú striving to be
 even better $ú 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&amp;©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 33 days after
 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.
Annual leave will be pro-rata due to
 role being part time.
</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working
 opportunities include working from home with some office
 attendance when required to meet the requirement of the
 position. Meeting the core hours requirement and completing the
 required contractual hours within a flexible agreement with the
Strategic Assets Portfolio Manager
 (School Pick up time or similar can be
 accommodated)
</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 Dee Maddox-Hinton -
Strategic Assets Portfolio
 Manager - <a href="mailto:Dee.Maddox-Hinton@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Dee.Maddox-Hinton@reading.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: Sunday 10th August 2025
Interview Date: to be arranged 
 
Interview Process: Interviews will be
 carried out preferable on TEAMS or Face to Face if required.&nbsp; An
 opportunity to view the workplace can be arranged. 
 
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.

Valuation Surveyor - Assets Management Team

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&nbsp;X2 23 Month contract, Full-time hours – 37 per week.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, empathetic, passionate, organised and team-oriented individual who enjoys a challenge.  Working in the income team is not just about collecting rent but about trying to make a difference to the people’s lives we work with and strengthen communities. We value our staff and the difference that they make to our customers. &nbsp;
Our Housing and Communities Teams are passionate about the people who live in Reading; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We have a great track record in building strategic partnerships, successfully bidding for Government funding, major project delivery. &nbsp;
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. 
About the role &nbsp;
This role, although contractually office based, allows for hybrid working with an aim of making it easier to manage workloads and a work/life balance. You will also be out and about on the estates, visiting people in their homes. This is a very varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. One day you will be visiting residents in their home to discuss affordable payment arrangements and the next carrying out tenancy sign ups.&nbsp;
You will be creative in your approach to support customers and ensure optimal income collection. You'll also carry out a range of tasks including looking at dedicated accounts and really getting to know your tenants, providing expert welfare benefit and income maximisation advice, assisting in preparing applications for court, organising and attending case conferences and court hearings. You will have an eye for detail and will want to do the best by our residents in supporting them to sustain their tenancies. &nbsp;
About you &nbsp;
The following experience is required for this role:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Experience in income management or debt recovery/collection up to court applications (preferably in a social housing environment although this is not essential) or a similar environment&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Ability to show an understanding of the recovery process&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Ability to understand the challenges of recovery&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Excellent customer service skills&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
A working knowledge of welfare benefits or an ability to learn, understand and give advice on welfare benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
To be a self-starter with a proactive approach and possess the ability to work without close supervision&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
To have effective decision-making skills, a diplomatic and confidential approach and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Preferable to have a full driving licence&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
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.&nbsp; You’ll also be working withing our Team Reading values to ensure you are part of making Reading a successful and vibrant place. &nbsp;
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: &nbsp;
Work Together as one team- work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do&nbsp;
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&nbsp;
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&nbsp;
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&nbsp;
 Our offer&nbsp;
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.&nbsp; &nbsp; A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;
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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&nbsp;
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A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;
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Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading&nbsp;
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<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a>(LGPS)&nbsp;
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Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)&nbsp;
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On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted&nbsp;
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Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work&nbsp;
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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&nbsp;
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 For more information on this position please contact Jamie Hill, Housing Income Recovery Manager at <a href="mailto:Jamie.Hill@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jamie.Hill@reading.gov.uk</a>
&nbsp; Closing Date: Sunday 10th August 2025&nbsp;
Interview Date: To be confirmed&nbsp;
Interview Process: Question Based&nbsp;
 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.&nbsp;

Specialist Housing Income Recovery Officer

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Start date: September 2025 - 21.25 Hours a week - 8.30am to 12.45pm – Monday to Friday - Term time only Our friendly school is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated KS1 Teaching Assistant. We have a lovely, hardworking team of staff and delightful pupils who deserve the best people working with them.
The successful candidate will: • Have a sound working knowledge of supporting young children’s learning • Demonstrate good interpersonal skills with team members and parents • Have previous experience of working with young children and those with behaviour issues in particular • Have a good standard of spoken and written English • Undertake accredited training
Katesgrove and Southcote are both Schools Direct Training Schools and are very supportive of staff wishing to develop future Teaching careers through this programme
If any further information is required, please contact the school on the details above. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.
More information about the school or the role can be found on the school website <a href="http://www.katesgroveprimaryschool.co.uk" target="_blank">www.katesgroveprimaryschool.co.uk</a>&nbsp;or email <a href="mailto:admin@katesgrove.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@katesgrove.reading.sch.uk</a>&nbsp;or call 0118 937 5490
Applications considered on receipt, previous applicants need not apply. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
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. The appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure &amp; Barring Service check, appropriate references and health clearance.
The Kennet Federation aspires to be an actively anti-racist organisation. We recognise our aspiration as ongoing, involving collective commitment and accountability. We welcome employees who are committed to and will actively contribute to our efforts to celebrate our cultural diversity and be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity. We encourage candidates who share our ambition to apply, and we welcome applications from those with protected characteristics

KS1 Teaching Assistant - Katesgrove Primary School

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Are you a skilled theatre technician with a passion for lighting, sound and AV, and ready to lead a dynamic team across some of Reading’s most exciting performance venues? 
We’re looking for a Chief Electrician to join our Arts &amp; Venues team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong technical theatre experience and supervisory skills to help deliver outstanding performances, events and conferences at the Hexagon, Concert Hall, and South Street Arts Centre.
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 Chief Electrician, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all lighting, sound, and AV operations across our venues. Working closely with the Technical Manager, you’ll lead a team of technicians to ensure all events run smoothly, safely and to the highest technical standards. To find out more about the arts and theatre venues within Reading visit: <a href="https://whatsonreading.com" target="_blank">https://whatsonreading.com</a> Your main duties will include:
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<li>Managing the technical delivery of performances and events (lighting, sound, AV)</li>
<li>Liaising with visiting companies and clients to meet their technical needs</li>
<li>Supervising and rota’ing technical staff and casuals</li>
<li>Maintaining all technical equipment and ensuring safe working practices</li>
<li>Deputising for the Technical Manager when required</li>
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About you:
You’ll bring extensive experience in a busy technical theatre environment, including at least two years in a supervisory role. You’ll be confident in all aspects of lighting design and rigging (including intelligent fixtures), live sound mixing, and the set-up and operation of AV systems. A strong understanding of health and safety practices, including risk assessments and working at height, is essential. You’ll also have a good working knowledge of current electrical regulations as they apply to the theatre industry. 
In addition, you’ll be an effective team leader and communicator, capable of supervising staff, liaising with visiting companies, and ensuring smooth technical operations across multiple venues. You’ll be IT literate and able to use systems like MS Office, Artifax and Oracle. A full, clean driving licence is required, and you’ll need to be comfortable with working unsocial hours, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
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:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>A nursery in our Civic Offices (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
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 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Rick Bull (Technical Manager) - <a href="mailto:rick.bull@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">rick.bull@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd 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.

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