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Put simply, we work with people to change lives for the better.</p>\n<p>We have a strong focus on integrated working with our partners to deliver holistic and seamless support when people need it.</p>\n<p>We are proud of the care we give and the services we provide to local people.</p>\n<p>Our Community Mental Health Team for Older Adults Social comprises highly professional and supportive multidisciplinary teams. Our social care teams work together as one service and go the extra mile to ensure our residents have the right support.</p>\n<p>We work closely with health professionals and other partners to ensure that people remain living in their own homes for as long as possible.</p>\n<p>We have weekly multi-disciplinary meetings meaning our residents can have easy access to health and social care services that talk to each other, to provide holistic support when needed.</p>\n<p>We know there can be pressures working in adult social care, so we make sure our staff are well supported.  You will receive regular supervision and access to training.  We have a strong focus on supporting our staff to learn, grow and develop to achieve their potential.  We listen to our social care staff about the best way to deliver our services and encourage feedback and suggestions on how we can do things better together. </p>\n<p>We are proud of the care we give and the services we provide to local people because we are Bracknell Forest Council.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>Manage a small complex caseload, organising and prioritising the workload effectively, with regular supervision and guidance.</p>\n<p>To undertake role of Designated Safeguarding Officer on a rota basis.</p>\n<p>To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, connecting people and their families to their community and social networks enabling them to live within their own communities.</p>\n<p>To take a strengths-based approach to support people living with dementia to lead a fulfilling life.</p>\n<p>To support in delivering and maintaining high standards of performance across the service.</p>\n<p>To take an evidence-based approach to practice.</p>\n<p>To provide leadership, supervision, peer support and to act as a role model for the experienced social work team.</p>\n<h3>Our benefits include...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time).</li>\n<li>Annual leave purchase policy.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.</li>\n<li>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interview date tbc</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 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There is no doubt that Civitas is an exciting place to be – for children, staff, parents and the local community!</p>\n<p><br>The role of the ASLFO will be to have responsibility for three broad but significant areas of the academy, including:<br>• Attendance<br>• Day-to-day operational safeguarding and responding as required<br>• First aid and medical needs</p>\n<p><br>The job description gives further information about the types of requirements for each part of the position, but we are clear that the role will be flexible; no two days will ever be the same at Civitas, and we really need someone who will remain flexible, calm and most importantly, champion our children and their families to give them the support they need at different times.<br><br></p>\n<p>The role will work alongside the leadership team within the academy and report directly to the Deputy Headteacher and DSL. 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Attendance: </strong><br>• Be responsible for the daily oversight of all attendance, absence and lateness<br>• Monitor and track attendance across the academy, including identified pupils who are of concern<br>• Support parents with attendance strategies (this may include home visits to support positive attendance)<br>• Attend review meetings with the Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour and Attitudes to review whole-school attendance and identify strategies to improve this.<br>• Carry out parent contract meetings where pupils are persistently absent<br>• Support pupils with medical needs and other issues which prevent full-time attendance by liaising with staff, parents/carers and other professionals to provide pupils with missed schoolwork.<br>• Attend relevant meetings regarding the wellbeing of specific pupils</p>\n<p><br><strong>2. 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First aid and medical needs:</strong><br>• To act as the academy’s named person for First Aid and take responsibility for the appropriate provision for First Aid across the academy<br>• To administer First Aid for pupils and staff, as required<br>• To oversee the care for pupils who are unwell and liaise with the parents of these pupils<br>• To oversee and be accountable for the administration of all medication to pupils, as prescribed by the appropriate G.P, and direct and support staff as required to do so<br>• To ensure appropriate records are kept and maintained of pupils needing medication and of medication administered<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>What are we looking for:</strong><br>The successful candidate will assist the Designated Safeguarding Leader and safeguarding team and other pastoral staff in taking a lead on operational safeguarding across the academy (acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leader), coordinating referrals, arranging action, managing safeguarding records and reviewing services for children and families.<br><br></p>\n<p>Candidates should be suitably qualified and/or have experienced of safeguarding issues and procedures, which ideally includes supporting cases and managing caseloads, working together with multi-agencies to support the needs of the individual or groups of young people and be able to meet the criteria detailed on the person specification.</p>\n<p><br>We are looking for that someone who is unflappable and can deal with things coming at them thick and fast on a daily basis and prioritise as needed. An eye for detail is essential in this role with record keeping and documentation, and as such the person appointed needs to be a strong user of IT as this will be required for a significant part of this role.<br><br></p>\n<p>The role is going to be fast paced, varied, and demanding, and so it is paramount that the person appointed can think on their feet, work on their own within a supportive team, and can ask for help or advice when they need it. We also need someone who can work with and liaise with parents/carers in a personable and supportive way, but challenge as required to ensure that the children’s safety and attendance is prioritised.<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>The successful candidate will have: </strong><br>• The motivation to achieve the very best for the children in our care and be relentless in the pursuit of excellence<br>• Excellent inter-personal skills<br>• Experience with supporting children and families<br>• Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour<br>• Excellent organisational skills<br>• High levels of confidentiality<br><br><strong>In return we can offer:</strong><br>• A firm commitment to you and your professional development<br>• Friendly, supportive, enthusiastic and hardworking pupils, staff and Governors<br>• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference<br>• Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s Senior Leadership Team<br>• Fantastic trust-wide CPD opportunities<br>• Vast opportunities for career progression<br><br>Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits! <br><br><strong>What next?</strong><br><strong>Please submit your application via My New Term</strong><br><strong><a href=\"https://mynewterm.com/jobs/140379/EDV-2024-CA-82875\">https://mynewterm.com/jobs/140379/EDV-2024-CA-82875</a> </strong><br><br></p>\n<p><strong>Visit the school website for more information about Civitas Academy - <a href=\"https://civitasacademy.co.uk\">https://civitasacademy.co.uk</a> </strong><br><br>Closing Date: Midday, Friday 13 December 2024<br>Interview: To be confirmed with shortlisted candidate.<br><br></p>\n<p>Please be aware that we reserve the right to interview ahead of the closing date if suitable applications are received, and so we strongly advise all candidates to contact the school and visit before making an application.<br><br></p>\n<p>An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children's Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,961 to £32,486 Per year","publishDate":"2024-12-05T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-12T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/547bc8b3-77af-43ca-8fd1-98d618e65ba7.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cc7f205f-bcd7-4194-9955-89c8e0a785f0","title":"Teaching Assistant - Wilson Primary School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Required to start as soon as possible - 25 Hours per week - Term time only</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We currently have a vacancy for a teaching assistant to join our Federation (Wilson Primary School and Oxford Road Community School). We are looking for someone committed, enthusiastic and flexible to join a friendly and professional team. <br><br>If you have a passion for working with children <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>and want to work in a setting that celebrates inclusion & cultural diversity, values community and strives to provide the very best opportunities for each and every child, then our federation could be for you.<br><br>We are looking for someone committed, enthusiastic and flexible to join a friendly and professional team. If you have a passion for working with children and want to work in a setting that celebrates inclusion & cultural diversity, values community and strives to provide the very best opportunities for each and every child, then our federation could be for you. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>You should have:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Good organisational skills, as well as flexibility and a sense of humour.</li>\n<li>A passionate, empathetic and patient nature with a nurturing and inclusive approach to children and their families.</li>\n<li>The ability to develop positive and caring relationships with children</li>\n<li>A positive person who can work as part of a dedicated team and is able to offer commitment to the life of our school community.</li>\n<li>The ability to support a child with specific learning difficulties and some understanding and knowledge of different kinds of SEN</li>\n<li>Recent experience, skills or knowledge of supporting children in a school setting would be an advantage.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><strong>Visits to the schools are very much welcomed.  To arrange a visit, or if you require any further information, please contact the School Office on 0118 937 5573.  </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Full details of the post including how to apply are on our website: <a href=\"https://www.wilsonprimary.co.uk/Vacancies-29012021132011\">https://www.wilsonprimary.co.uk/Vacancies-29012021132011</a> </strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date: Tuesday 7th January 2025<br>Interviews: Week beginning Monday 13th January 2025</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Sam Howard - Team Manager, Family Placement Team</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 351658</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,362 - £47,387 FTE (inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance) plus 4% retention payment after 1 year","publishDate":"2024-12-04T08:23:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-18T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8c6f718a-15ea-4cbf-96b7-705f4ac2bf38.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c8bd98d5-eb31-4057-b8bd-25c2f52e3731","title":"Attendance Officer and Student Welfare Assistant - Kendrick School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 3.30pm - Term time only - Required for January 2025</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Kendrick School is a successful 11-18 girls’ grammar school in Reading. Graded ‘Outstanding’ in its last OFSTED inspection (November 2022), Kendrick School is a centre of academic excellence with a track record of high performance and achievement.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We have <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>vacancy for an Attendance Officer and Student Welfare Assistant to join our Student Welfare Team.  <br><br><strong>The successful candidate would be responsible for:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Monitoring statutory attendance and punctuality data daily and ensuring that this information is swiftly made available to appropriate staff.</li>\n<li>Follow-up on every absence with students, families and/or staff as appropriate and ensure all attendance is accurately recorded.</li>\n<li>Identify and implement intervention strategies to address and continually improve attendance and punctuality.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>To be the Lead First Aider assessing the medical and welfare needs of students and staff </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You would also be part of a team helping students to reach their full potential by supporting them with their personal development, attendance and welfare.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Applicants must have a desire to see every child reach their highest possible outcome and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with both adults and children.  They must be professional, IT competent and be able to produce and analyse data for reports. <br><br>This is a busy role, and the successful candidate must be able to work calmly under pressure, use their own initiative and work well as part of a team. Being versatile, proactive and well organised are key skills required for this role.  The successful candidate must be willing to undertake first aid training.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Kendrick School is a welcoming, inclusive and happy community, with students who are engaging, cooperative and eager to learn.<span>  </span>Benefits include free car parking, access to a 24/5 Employee Assistance Scheme, a contributory pension scheme, training and development and use of the swimming pool and sporting facilities.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>An application form and a job description can be downloaded from the school website - <a href=\"https://www.kendrick.reading.sch.uk\">https://www.kendrick.reading.sch.uk</a>.  </strong><br><br>Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date:  9.00am Monday 16<sup>th</sup> December 2024</p>\n<p>Interviews: Wednesday 18<sup>th</sup> December 2024</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em>We hold the right to close the application process early if a suitable applicant applies and is appointed. </em></p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em>Kendrick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. 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This role has a strong quality assurance focus to it, supported by a Quality Assurance Service.</p>\n<p>We are looking for a leader who is committed to continuous development and who can drive up quality from a secure base for the operational teams. Someone who will be insightful and provide supervision to operational managers that is reflective, helps them to understand what the data is telling us and drives plans for children, enabling families to stay together where it is safe to do so. A leader who recognises that strategic intent must have quality and impact.</p>\n<p>If this way of working fits with your ethos and values and you are a strong leader, then we would really like to hear from you.</p>\n<h3>What is it like working in our team… </h3>\n<p>We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council <strong><em>“children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high-quality service”.</em></strong></p>\n<p>Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council have an embedded nationally recognised practice model – the ‘Family Safeguarding Model’. Our model and our work are dynamic and impactful.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest’s Children’s First Response Services, being: </p>\n<p>Our <strong>Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)</strong> which is the first point of contact for children and families who need a targeted or specialist service from early help or social care.</p>\n<p>The team deals with a broad spectrum of needs and risks occurring within families and predominantly triages all incoming requests for support and makes timely decisions for children in need or those who are at risk. We work closely with a range of partners to enable and provide a joined up and comprehensive first point of decision making.</p>\n<p>Our work is diverse and fast paced with no two days the same.  We provide a compassionate and safety-first approach to children and families at risk or in need of services to ensure ‘right service - right time’.</p>\n<p><strong>The Duty and Assessment Team</strong> acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out assessment and short-term work. Working alongside and directly with children, young people, and their families. Our ‘front door’ colleagues know good beginnings have a better chance of making good endings. </p>\n<p>The team predominantly undertakes child in need assessments (Single Assessments) and child protection assessments (Section 47’s) using a range of child and adult tools to enhance our analyses, to measure change and to problem solve and design and plan short- medium- and long-term interventions. The team is fast paced, the work is immensely rich and varies day to day.</p>\n<p>We are a small, welcoming, and friendly local authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.</p>\n<p>Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable. </p>\n<p>Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.</p>\n<p>Because we’re Bracknell Forest.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>You will be supported to carry out the specific duties and responsibilities of the job which include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensuring the provision of statutory functions are discharged effectively.</li>\n<li>Effective deployment of resources to meet statutory and regulatory requirements.</li>\n<li>Providing strong operational and strategic leadership.</li>\n<li>Setting performance objectives, the strategic direction of the service- translating strategy to operational delivery.</li>\n<li>Working closely and collaboratively with multi-agency partners and boards.</li>\n<li>Leading within a secure base model, supporting and encouraging a culture where good social work can flourish.</li>\n<li>Being part of an on-call rota.</li>\n<li>Having in person presence in the office (Generally 3 days a week).</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits include… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time).</li>\n<li>Annual leave purchase policy.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>Shared Cost AVC, a more tax efficient way of saving for your pension.</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.</li>\n<li>Social Work England fees reimbursed</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 1<sup>st</sup> January 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Friday, 10<sup>th</sup> January 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the leadership team our workforce and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Sonia Johnson, Assistant Director Children’s Social Care at <a href=\"mailto:Sonia.johnson@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Sonia.johnson@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework. Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"<p>Head of Service in Bracknell Forest Council with strong leadership skills &amp; commitment to continuous development, to provide quality services for children.</p>","salaryDescription":"£72,343 - £77,786 (inclusive of London Weighting, Essential Car User Allowance and Retention Payment after 1 year service)","publishDate":"2024-12-03T16:10:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-01T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9c416c73-2686-472c-bf25-186624dadd8c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":true},{"id":"cf58ffcd-0eb5-4555-8d38-da1bddb0f735","title":"Social Worker - Family Placement (part time, maternity cover)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<h3>12-month maternity cover or 12-month secondment for internal candidates</h3>\n<p>We have an exciting opportunity in our Family Placement Team for an individual who will share our commitment to improving outcomes for those children in our care for up to 12 months to cover maternity leave.</p>\n<p>We provide children, young people and families with the right service at the right time.  Put simply, we change lives for the better.</p>\n<p>We know that social work, whilst rewarding, is not always easy.  To support high quality consistent social work, we have a comprehensive learning and development offer, driven by our passionate Principal Social Worker.  We have resilience groups, well-being days and events, group supervision as well as peer support.  Each team has dedicated admin support.</p>\n<p>The Family Placement Team is a small but very supportive team. The work we do can be challenging and we understand the importance of peer support and advice.</p>\n<p>We work closely together and alongside the children’s social workers to ensure that we are providing the best support to our vulnerable children.</p>\n<p>Our social workers have the time to get to know everyone they work with, excellent support from managers and colleagues across the department and expert guidance whenever they need it.</p>\n<p>Our main priority is to provide our workers with a secure physical and psychological base from which to work safely and effectively.</p>\n<p>Key responsibilities include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>To recruit, train and assess new and substitute Foster Carers and Special Guardian applicants, for children and young people.</li>\n<li>To work within the context of relevant legislation and deliver services according to the Department’s policies, procedures and guidelines.</li>\n<li>To display a commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits include ...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time)</li>\n<li>Annual leave purchase policy.</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover.</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 30th December 2024.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. </p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Sam Howard - Team Manager, Family Placement Team</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 351658</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. </p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,110 - £49,216 FTE inclusive of London Weighting, Essential Car User and 4% retention payment after 1 year. 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As a primary school with a maintained nursery, we have the opportunity and privilege of helping to shape our children’s perspective of education and learning at the very beginning of their school life.</p>\n<p>We strive to be the best that we can be and as such always seek to continuously improve as a school. We are therefore looking to further strengthen our staffing structure by introducing an Associate Assistant Head Teacher of Early Years. The successful applicant will need to bring drive, ambition and energy to lead and embed change. <br><br>We are looking for a motivated and inspirational leader to join our staff team and to lead our Early Years Department – consisting of one Nursery classes and two Reception classes. The successful candidate will have a class responsibility with regular time out of class to effectively lead the EYFS.<br><br><strong>We are looking for someone who:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Will be an exemplar of excellent EYFS practice, consistently demonstrating all aspects of the Teacher Standards to the highest of standards.</li>\n<li>Is able to lead the day-to-day management of the EYFS Team and be responsible for communication within the team.</li>\n<li>Will coordinate and develop opportunities for working collaboratively across the EYFS Team, for example, to support learning during themed weeks/days.</li>\n<li>Will maintain a regular overview of the progress children in your team are making, ensuring all children are being supported and challenged appropriately and updated SLT regularly</li>\n<li>Will lead a staff team – training, supporting and coaching staff and appraising performance</li>\n<li>Will be an effective member of the SLT, assisting the Head Teacher and Assistant Headteachers in implementing positive changes for the benefit of the whole school.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we offer in return:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supportive families with children who are eager to learn</li>\n<li>A professional and inclusive school which is exceptionally well-resourced</li>\n<li>A supportive community, including an outstanding staff team who thrive on challenge and all have the children’s best interests at heart</li>\n<li>Commitment to CPD and work-life balance</li>\n</ul>\n<p>To arrange a visit please contact the school on 01276 31933 or email secretary@collegetownprimary.com</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Closing date for application is Monday 3<sup>rd</sup> February 2025 at 8.a.m</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Interviews to be held the week commencing 10<sup>th</sup> February 2025</strong></li>\n<li><strong>References will be taken prior to interview</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Applications will be reviewed on receipt and interviews may be held earlier as required. We reserve the right to close the advert early.</strong></p>\n<p>College Town Primary School Branksome Hill Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 0QF</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Leadership Scale 1 - 4","publishDate":"2024-12-03T14:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-03T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/85f3f2c8-ae0f-4d68-8e49-83dc9541ea1f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2225f9ad-b906-42a7-8acb-e8da130f83ed","title":"HLTA - Humanities","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Edgbarrow School","location":"Edgbarrow School, Grant Road, Crowthorne","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking to recruit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant within the Humanities department.  This role is to work closely with the Humanities department to support the progress and attainment of SEND students. The subjects supported would be negotiable at interview.</p>\n<p>Edgbarrow School believes in setting the highest standards in all areas of school life and we are looking for a purposeful and committed individual who wants to join and enhance our strong team. </p>\n<p>We can offer the following:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent induction programme and promotion prospects.</li>\n<li>A comprehensive CPD package for staff.</li>\n<li>Extremely supportive working environment, including a dedicated team of senior and middle leaders.</li>\n<li>An Employee Assistance Scheme which provides information and advice to support physical and mental wellbeing.  </li>\n<li>High priority in the admission process for children of staff attending the school (comes into operation after 2 years of service).</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Staff benefits including cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, eligibility for Blue Light discount card & free onsite gym.</li>\n<li>Staff events from sporting activities to cake at break and end of term get togethers.</li>\n<li>Highly regarded pension scheme</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Edgbarrow School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is essential that all members of staff and volunteers share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.</p>\n<p>Edgbarrow is located in the village of Crowthorne, Berkshire which is located approximately 3 miles from Wokingham and Camberley and 12 miles from Reading.  It enjoys excellent links to surrounding villages, towns and cities via the M3, M4, A329M and local rail networks.   It is a thriving, vibrant and high-achieving secondary school where students are polite, happy, well behaved and motivated.  At the last Ofsted inspection, Edgbarrow was judged as outstanding.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Monday 16<sup>th</sup> December 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>For further information regarding the school please see</strong> <a href=\"http://www.edgbarrowschool.co.uk\">www.edgbarrowschool.co.uk</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,799 (Full time equivalent salary inclusive of fringe allowance)","publishDate":"2024-12-03T12:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-16T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2d347756-4825-46b7-86c9-84e7f3ab15c8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2d98e3f4-9408-4e3c-b093-3d0c2a38ac21","title":"KS1 Teacher - St Annes Catholic Primary School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Start Date: April 2025 – Full time 1.0 FTE – Permanent - ECTs are welcome to apply<strong><br><br></strong></p>\n<p>Are you passionate about teaching and inspiring young minds? St Anne’s Catholic Primary School in Caversham, Reading invites you to be part of our dynamic and supportive team.<br><br></p>\n<p>At St Anne’s we celebrate both academic excellence and a rich, well-rounded <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>curriculum, including exceptional music, performing arts, and sports programs. <br><br>We are proud of our vibrant community and are seeking a dedicated Key Stage 1 teacher to continue building on our success.<br><br></p>\n<h3><span>What We Offer:</span></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Amazing Children:</strong> Work with engaged, enthusiastic learners who make every day rewarding.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Professional Growth:</strong> Access excellent opportunities to develop your skills and progress in your career.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Supportive Environment:</strong> Be part of an inclusive school community that values and nurtures every individual.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>A Strong Catholic Ethos:</strong> Join a school where values, care, and faith are at the heart of everything we do.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<h3><span>What We’re Looking For:</span></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>A Passionate Educator:</strong> You’re an enthusiastic and creative classroom teacher who strives for excellence.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>A Team Player:</strong> With a friendly, approachable manner, you work well with colleagues, children, and parents.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>A Communicator:</strong> Your excellent communication skills help foster strong relationships within the school community.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>A Commitment to Our Ethos:</strong> You share and support the Catholic values that guide our school.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you’re ready to inspire, grow, and make a difference in a welcoming and thriving school, we’d love to hear from you!  Apply today and become part of the St Anne’s family.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>To arrange a visit to the school or to discuss the position further, please contact Bridget Tobin on </strong><a href=\"mailto:head@st-annes.reading.sch.uk\"><strong>head@st-annes.reading.sch.uk</strong></a> <strong>or telephone 0118 937 5537<br><br></strong></p>\n<p><strong>For an application pack, please download the forms from our website under Vacancies at </strong><a href=\"http://www.st-annes.reading.sch.uk\"><strong>www.st-annes.reading.sch.uk</strong></a><span><strong> <br><br></strong></span><strong>Applicants must complete a Catholic Education Service (CES) application form.<br><br></strong></p>\n<p><strong>Completed applications should be returned to the school via email on </strong><a href=\"mailto:head@st-annes.reading.sch.uk\"><strong>head@st-annes.reading.sch.uk</strong></a><span><strong><br><br></strong></span></p>\n<p>Applications will be considered on submission and interviews arranged accordingly.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em>St Anne’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safe working practices and safeguarding children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this position and all qualifications will be verified. 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In all we do we seek to nurture character and develop academic excellence, and we know that what we do really matters. <br><br>We are a short walk from central Reading and close to transport links. Reading is a diverse place to live with arts, culture and heritage at the heart of the town.<br><br><strong>To apply and for more information please go to: <a href=\"https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136449/EDV-2024-RS-62525\">https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136449/EDV-2024-RS-62525</a> <br><br></strong><strong>Visit the School website for more information - <a href=\"https://www.reading-school.co.uk/vacancies\">https://www.reading-school.co.uk/vacancies</a></strong><br><br><strong>If you have any queries regarding our current vacancies or the Safer Recruitment process, please contact: <a href=\"mailto:hr@reading-school.co.uk\">hr@reading-school.co.uk</a> or by telephone: 0118 901 5600</strong><br><br>Deadline for Applications: Tuesday 7th January 2025</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 to £49,084 Per year","publishDate":"2024-11-29T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ce971630-d390-4715-a16e-e334ab921eee.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b727b758-b1c5-4756-bb30-98f9169daa67","title":"Teaching Assistant - The Ridgeway Primary School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Required for January 2025 - Fixed term until 31st August 2025 - Term time only <strong>- </strong>3 days a week (flexible with days required) – 19.5 hours per week</p>\n<p><br>We are looking for a self-motivated and patient Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team. Experience is preferred but not essential.<br><br></p>\n<p><em>“Pupils are enthusiastic and conscientious learners”</em></p>\n<p><em>“Pupils <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>and staff have very positive <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>relationships which create a harmonious learning environment throughout the school.” (Ofsted, June 2019)</em></p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>In order to support this position and to secure excellent outcomes for our pupils, we can offer ongoing training and professional development.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We are looking for professionals who:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are qualified to at least Level 3;</li>\n<li>Able to plan and deliver specialist learning support to targeted groups of children;</li>\n<li>Demonstrate a nurturing and inclusive approach to all children and their families;</li>\n<li>Have high expectations for children’s learning and behaviour, and can apply these consistently;</li>\n<li>Can build positive relationships with children, colleagues, professionals and parents.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Please email Rachel Wiggins - Office Manager - <a href=\"mailto:officemanager@theridgeway.reading.sch.uk\">officemanager@theridgeway.reading.sch.uk</a> for more details or visit the school website - <a href=\"https://www.theridgewayprimary.net/\">https://www.theridgewayprimary.net</a> </strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Closing date: Applications will be considered upon receipt</p>\n<p>Interview date: To be confirmed</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. <em>The Ridgeway Primary School is committed to inclusion and equity. <br><br>We welcome talented applicants from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£11,991 Per year","publishDate":"2024-11-29T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-15T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c6bb3a26-e6ed-47f8-b461-b910e46c66f1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"87555a51-9e4f-4769-857a-c9afd75296fa","title":"Technical Officer (Food Health and Safety)","employer":"Rushmoor Borough Council","department":"","location":"Rushmoor Borough Council, Farnborough Rd, Farnborough, Hampshire","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week</strong><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Salary Grade G4: £32,654 to £38,626  </span></p>\n<p><span>Essential Car User Allowance</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Local Government Pension Scheme</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Are you looking for a great opportunity to develop your Environmental Health aspirations? Come to Rushmoor and make a difference!</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>We’re seeking a very keen and enthusiastic officer to work alongside our experienced team to support our businesses and residents, in our commercial food and health & safety service and, as necessary, support our other EH roles.</span><span> </span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>In return for the additional training and development opportunities we’ll offer, you’ll be able to demonstrate you are already on a pathway to achieving the necessary competencies to deliver food safety regulation, and to make appropriate health & safety interventions e.g. you may already have IOSH Technical membership (TechIOSH) or equivalent. You’ll also be able to demonstrate experience in a regulatory environment.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Most importantly you will be confident and enthusiastic, with excellent communication skills with a keen desire to deliver high-quality, </span><span>customer-focused </span><span>services whilst working to demanding targets with little supervision. </span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>For an informal discussion about the posts, please contact Oliver Robinson, Principal Food/Health and Safety Officer on 01252 398398.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Please apply as soon as possible, as we will close the post once we have found a suitable candidate.</span></p>\n<p><span><strong>Closing date: 15</strong></span><span><strong><sup>th</sup></strong></span><span><strong> December 2024</strong></span><span> </span></p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,654 to £38,626","publishDate":"2024-11-28T15:49:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-15T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/90ed00f2-bf17-4abf-98c8-b2362833349b.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"facfc01c-66a1-493f-9dfa-114580aa5097","title":"Case Officer (Housing Solutions)","employer":"Surrey Heath Borough Council","department":"","location":"Surrey Heath House, Camberley, Hybrid Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Grade                     SH05</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Contract                12 Month Maternity Cover  </strong></p>\n<p>Join Surrey Heath Borough Council and be part of an organisation who is committed to delivery through meaningful community engagement and excellent customer service. We have a friendly and supportive staff culture with people who want to help make a real difference in our community for everyone that lives and works here. We welcome a culture of innovation and creativity by welcoming new ideas from everyone.</p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>\n<p>Are you able to work with individuals and families to identify their key needs and support them to resolve their housing situation?</p>\n<p>Can you tell when you need to hold someone's hand to get them to a solution or when you can offer advice to help someone resolve their housing situation themselves?</p>\n<p>Can you make the connection between people's varying needs to identify a pathway that leads them to settled housing?</p>\n<p>Can you find and work with the various agencies or networks that can help you help our residents?</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>With knowledge of housing and homelessness law, understanding of welfare benefits and social care and a minimum of one year working in frontline service delivering advice and support, we are looking for a committed Case Officer to work with families and individuals at risk of homelessness to find housing solutions, either in their current home or through a planned move.</p>\n<p>You will have excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, be able to build positive and motivating relationships with clients, and have a strong ethos of joint working with partner agencies.</p>\n<p>You will be able to demonstrate that through your knowledge and communication skills you have a track record in finding positive outcomes for customers and contributing to service development.</p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Benefits </strong></p>\n<p>We are committed to providing a healthy work life balance for our employees, with hybrid working and other flexible working arrangements on offer. A laptop and mobile phone will be provided for your role if applicable. We offer a generous benefits package including a minimum of 23 days’ annual leave rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, a generous local government pension scheme, free parking for all employees and payment of a professional membership fee. As well as subsidised gym membership at our local Places Leisure Centre and great savings from supermarkets, shopping, cycle to work schemes and holidays via the My Staff Shop scheme.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date:     Sunday 5th January 2025   </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date:  Thursday 9th January 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong><strong>Contact details</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please contact Lindsay Large, Housing Solutions Manager on 01276 707347, <a href=\"mailto:lindsay.large@surreyheath.gov.uk\">lindsay.large@surreyheath.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Our Commitment</strong></p>\n<p>Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33,872 - £38,723 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-28T15:49:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1828e14c-5f1c-4a57-903f-01e8f1a702eb.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"880838c6-9e01-4fea-9009-a5e5f51f7936","title":"Lunch Time Play Worker","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"The Pines School","location":"The Pines School, Hanworth Road, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Lunch Time Play Worker - Nursery - Temporary</strong></p>\n<p><strong>January 2025</strong></p>\n<p>The Pines School is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Lunch Time Play Worker to join our friendly hard working team. Our Lunch Time Play Worker will work across the whole school with direction from our play leader. You will be encouraging children to eat their lunch together, provide a safe, fun and inclusive play opportunities. Ideally the candidate will be paediatric first aid trained or be happy to undertake this training soon after the appointment.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will join a team who are passionate about engaging and inspiring young people in their learning and will have experience of working with primary age range children.</p>\n<p><em>‘An atmosphere of partnership and purpose can be felt throughout this school. There is a shared high ambition to ensure every pupil is an eager learner who achieves well. Staff prioritise developing caring relationships will pupils, providing thoughtful nurture and care. Classrooms and communal areas are therefore kind and calm places. Pupils feel safe and say that bullying is rare. Children of all ages are proud of their good behaviour. 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This is an exciting time to join us and our amazing team.</p>\n<p>The school is located in the Hanworth estate which is on the outskirts of Bracknell town and is within very easy access of many amenities.  The 'Look Out’ environmental area, Bracknell Sports Centre and Swimming Pool, David Lloyd Health Club, the South Hill Park Theatre & Arts Centre are all well within walking distance with skating, bowling, cinemas and a leisure pool nearby.</p>\n<p><strong>We can offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>An inclusive ethos</li>\n<li>Happy, motivated children who enjoy coming to school</li>\n<li>A caring, committed team of staff</li>\n<li>A commitment to professional development for all staff</li>\n<li>Supportive teams who work well together</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Friday 6th December, midday. However applications will be reviewed upon submittal and we may close the advert early.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: To be confirmed.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Start date – As soon as possible.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Hours: 11.15noon – 1.15pm, 10 hours per week, term time only, Temporary until April 2025 with the potential to be extended.</strong></p>\n<p>Bracknell Grade K: SCP2-SCP3 £23,656 - £24,027 + London Weighting pro rata</p>\n<p><strong>Actual Salary: approx. £12.26 - £12.45 per hour</strong></p>\n<p>At The Pines we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment, which includes an online search.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£0 - £9,999","publishDate":"2024-11-28T13:40:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-06T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/01b4ada9-7a63-48d4-85e4-31d457b2c467.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f847754b-b54c-47b7-b05a-cb7048834b51","title":"Community Transport Driver/Scheduler","employer":"Runnymede Borough Council","department":"","location":"Chertsey Depot","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Community Transport Driver/Scheduler</strong></p>\n<p><strong> 37 hour post Monday - Friday</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary range £25,568 to £27,079 </strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede and Surrey Heath Borough Councils are working in partnership to deliver Community Transport services and meals to vulnerable residents across Runnymede and Surrey Heath boroughs.  We are, therefore, currently seeking an organised, capable, enthusiastic individual who, ideally has knowledge of the service we provide and can operate transport booking software, You will be required to arrange transport schedules ensuring each journey utilizes the bus route to its fullest extent. You will be required to drive when required and to assist or cover for the Community transport & Meals at Home Supervisor.  It is desirable that the candidate has a D1 driving licence.   </p>\n<p>The role involves driving responsibilities (providing door to door transport to various groups of vulnerable individuals: older people, people with physical disabilities and children with special educational needs) as well as cover for the electronic scheduling system ensuring the productive and effective operation of the Community Transport fleet.  The successful candidate will need to have practical skills and be sensitive to the needs and requirements of a wide and different client groups.</p>\n<p>If you are a committed, self-motivated person who wants to make a difference to the lives of individuals in the communities we serve we are keen to hear from you.</p>\n<p><strong>About Runnymede</strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. </p>\n<p>For more information about this role or the service in general, please contact Andy Pickering on 01932 425878 <a href=\"mailto:Andy.Pickering@runnymede.gov.uk\">Andy.Pickering@runnymede.gov.uk</a>. Or Hayley Gray 01932 425875 <a href=\"mailto:hayley.gray@runnymede.gov.uk\">hayley.gray@runnymede.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>The closing date to register interest: 15/12/2024</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary range £25,568 to £27,079","publishDate":"2024-11-28T11:02:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-15T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0d079391-0c4b-4fd1-be90-09f5b09585c3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fdead125-6f98-4641-8035-d55df55ce977","title":"Level 3 Nursery Practitioner","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Sandy Lane Primary School","location":"Sandy Lane Primary School, Sandy Lane, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">We are looking for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner. 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As a Trust of schools, we are </span><em class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">‘Always Learning’</span></em><span class=\"customHTML\">.</span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Main responsibilities:</span></strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">To work as part of the Nursery Team under the direction of the Nursery Teacher.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">To provide safe, high quality EYFS education and care for children aged 3-4 years, which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">The post holder is responsible to the Nursery Teacher</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">The post holder will adhere to the school’s values and vision; abiding by the agreed policies and procedures to ensure provision is of the highest quality</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">The post holder will interact on a professional level with all colleagues and establish and maintain good working relationships which will promote the development and effective delivery of the EYFS curriculum and maximise children’ achievement.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">The post holder will be responsible for the pastoral care and safeguarding of the children within their session, class or groups, ensuring that children’s safety, wellbeing and welfare are at the forefront of all they do.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">You will need:</span></strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">NNEB, CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">GCSE English and maths grade C/4 or above</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">2-3 years' post-qualification experience</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Sound understanding of early childhood development and learning</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Understanding of EYFS framework</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A solid understanding of Child Protection / Safeguarding issues and procedures.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Experience of working with or caring for children ideally in a variety of early years’ settings.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong><span class=\"customHTML\">What’s in it for you:</span></strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Professional development and career progression</span></li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Generous pension scheme</span></li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">An Employee Assistance Programme</span></li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Gym Discounts</span></li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Free eye tests</span></li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Cycle to work scheme</span></li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Green car scheme</span></li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Being part of a great team and expanding organisation</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Please download the recruitment pack for further information.</span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Closing date for receipt of applications is<strong class=\"customHTML\"> 10th December 2024</strong></span><strong class=\"customHTML\">.</strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.</span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. 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You will be able to follow legislation, policies and procedures whilst simultaneously providing a high level of customer service based at the Civic Centre in the heart of Addlestone’s regenerated town centre. The candidate will have a keen sense of accuracy and adept at learning a wide range of systems in order to be as effective as possible when handling enquiries and making decisions on entitlement.<br><br><strong>Qualifications and skills required</strong><br>To be successful in this role we expect you to be a keen learner and willing to learn from colleagues, accept feedback in a positive way, show initiative and contribute to developing process. Be able to take responsibility of your own work at the same time as being part of the wider team.<br><br>IT skills such as the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) are essential. Training will be provided on internal systems.</p>\n<p><strong>About Runnymede</strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. </p>\n<p>The Civic Centre offices are based in Addlestone, Surrey, a short drive from the M25 J11. Addlestone is also served directly by trains from Woking, Reading and London Waterloo.</p>\n<p><br><strong>What we offer</strong><br>The Council encourages all employees to maximise their potential.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hybrid working</li>\n<li>Excellent training, development and progression opportunities</li>\n<li>28 days annual leave</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you think that you have what it takes to excel in this role then we’d like to hear from you.</p>\n<p>Please apply online at <a href=\"http://www.surreyjobs.info\">www.surreyjobs.info</a>. Full information, including the Job Description, Person Specification and other details about Runnymede Borough Council, is available in the Extra Information attachment on the website. If it is difficult for you to apply online please contact Human Resources. Email: <a href=\"mailto:humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk\">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a> Telephone: 01932 425517</p>\n<p>We welcome applications from all sections of the community. 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