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Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. </p><p>Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU  </p><p>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner</p><p>The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\"><strong>what DEI means to us</strong></a>.</p><p>If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.</p><p><strong>West Northants Council, where careers thrive.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,861 - £46,304","publishDate":"2025-05-09T09:27:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/be3ca069-026b-4b87-be52-a96ae44ad721.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bfeacd1b-3fa4-4b71-8ead-c5f8f51f27a0","title":"Girls' Physical Education Teacher","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Garth Hill College","location":"Garth Hill College, Bull Lane, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<div><strong>Are you a talented educator with a big heart who shares our commitment to excellence and achieving the very best for all our pupils?  </strong></div>\n<div><strong> </strong></div>\n<div>We are seeking to appoint a girls’ physical education teacher to cover maternity leave from September 2025 until the end of summer term 2026 (or until the substantive post holder returns). 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The opportunity to teach at key stage 5 is also available to suitably qualified and experienced candidates.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>\n<p>                 <em>Pupils enjoy coming to this inclusive, friendly school.</em> (Ofsted, October 2024)</p>\n</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Garth Hill is a happy and vibrant place of learning with a strong team ethos, excellent facilities and an exceptional professional development programme with great opportunities for further career development.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>3G Sports Field and Multi use games area</li>\n<li>Large Sports Field</li>\n<li>Dedicated Sports Hall</li>\n<li>Four period day with 75 minute lessons</li>\n<li>Highly effective behaviour and inclusion system with ‘send out’ and support</li>\n<li>Centralised detentions to reduce teacher workload</li>\n<li>Superb CPD including from our outstanding ‘Teaching and Learning Team’</li>\n<li>Friendly and supportive working environment</li>\n<li>On-site gym with rowing machines, cross trainer, spin bikes and free weights</li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n<div>We are proud to be a genuinely comprehensive school and offer a wide and diverse range of excellent opportunities, inside and outside the classroom, that we believe enable our young people to develop exceptionally well both academically and personally.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Garth Hill College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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For full details of the programme please visit: <a href=\"https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/ST0631/public-health-practitioner\">Public Health Practitioner - BSc(Hons) Public Health - UWE Bristol: Courses</a>.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>Public Health Practitioner Apprentices will gain experience working across three council public health teams (Slough Borough Council, Bracknell Forest Council and Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council). Each area has its own public health challenges and opportunities.</p>\n<p>We will provide you with a mentor to support you in developing your public health career, progressing on your degree course and completing the portfolio to qualify as a Public Health Practitioner. You will also have support from the current apprentices within each of the teams. </p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>This is a three-year full-time degree apprenticeship training programme. 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(Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</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<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p><strong>Our support… </strong></p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 12th and 13th June 2025.</p>\n<p>Interview venue:<strong> </strong>Bracknell Forest Council, Time Square, Market Place, Bracknell, RG12 1JD.</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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You’ll help ensure high-quality, inclusive, and sufficient childcare places that meet statutory requirements and support the developmental needs of our youngest residents.</p>\n<p>Your work will have a strategic impact as you collaborate with a wider Early Years Team, which includes:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Senior Educational Psychologist</li>\n<li>An Early Years SENCo</li>\n<li>The Portage Team</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You’ll receive regular supervision from the Principal Educational Psychologist, alongside informal support from our experienced and friendly Early Years Advisors.</p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide advice, support, and challenge to early years providers</li>\n<li>Support settings in achieving statutory requirements and delivering high-quality practice</li>\n<li>Champion inclusive practices </li>\n<li>Contribute to strategic development and policy implementation</li>\n<li>Design and deliver training to settings and represent Early Years at a local authority level</li>\n<li>Access CPD opportunities including the NSPCC Train the Trainer safeguarding course</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>We welcome applications from professionals who:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have in-depth knowledge and experience of delivering the <strong>Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Are passionate about supporting quality early education</li>\n<li>Have excellent interpersonal skills to advise, train and support a wide range of providers</li>\n<li>Are excited to further their career within a Local Authority environment</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Closing Date: Sunday 1st June at 23:59</p>\n<p>Interview Dates: 13th, 17th and 19th June (Subject to change)</p>\n<p>Please contact Madeleine Cooper (Senior Educational Psychologist - Early Years) on 0118 237 8870, madeleine.cooper@wokingham.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role</p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.</em></p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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(Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</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>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Tuesday 17<sup>th</sup> June 2025.</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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If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Thursday, 12<sup>th</sup> June.</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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At Thameside, we put the children at the centre of everything we do and applicants should have the ability to inspire and enthuse our children as they progress through their learning journey in school.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>You should be able to demonstrate you have great organisational skills to plan school days which ensure all children can make the most of the learning opportunities, whatever their starting point or individual need. A caring nature - to support our children and help them grow - is also essential.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>You will be part of an effective and ambitious team that supports and challenges teachers to deliver the best possible outcomes for our children and promote the best outcomes for all our children, including children with SEND. 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The role will lead on careers, reading, co-curricular, trips and engagement with competition and the House system. The right candidate will champion student leadership and student voice across the school enabling every student to feel a sense of belonging and success.</p>\n<p><br>The Distinctive Education Lead will have a timetabled teaching commitment of 30 periods per fortnight (out of 50), complying with the Teachers’ Standards and modelling best practice for others.</p>\n<p><br><b>Why Highdown School?</b> <br>• We are a Good School with many outstanding features which continues to rapidly improve <br>• We are committed to staff professional learning and leadership development for all staff, at all levels <br>• Staff have subsidised access to Highdown Sport and Leisure facilities <br>We are on a journey to becoming a ‘regional centre of excellence’. Why not join us?</p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025</p>\n<p><br><b>To apply, please go to the following link: <a href=\"https://www.eteach.com/careers/highdown-reading/\">https://www.eteach.com/careers/highdown-reading/</a></b></p>\n<p><br><b>Email: <a href=\"mailto:office@highdown.reading.sch.uk\">office@highdown.reading.sch.uk</a></b></p>\n<p><br>Highdown School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are also trained in safer recruitment and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and a ‘Prohibition from Teaching’ check. 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Our ideal candidate will have Purchase Ledger experience, preferably in a school environment.</p>\n<p><br><b>What you’ll do:</b><br>• Manage the Finance <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>email inbox, ensuring every email is dealt with in a timely manner.<br>• Process purchase orders and place with suppliers.<br>• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and staff expenses, matching to purchase orders and obtaining payment approval from budget holders.<br>• Fortnightly BACS payments and ad hoc payments as required.<br>• Allocate payments to supplier accounts.<br>• Reconcile supplier statements.<br>• Make credit card payments for ad-hoc purchases.<br>• Actively manage the purchase ledger, resolving queries and clearing debit balances.<br>• Provide audit information as required.<br>• Other tasks as may be required to support the Finance Team and wider school community.</p>\n<p><br><b>What we’re looking for:</b><br>• A strong track record of Purchase Ledger work.<br>• Highly organised, ability to manage multiple priorities.<br>• Strong attention to detail.<br>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.<br>• Experience of working collaboratively within a team environment.<br>• Experience in a school environment and/or of Sage 200 for Education would be an advantage but are not required.</p>\n<p><br>At Reading School, we have a clear educational philosophy and a deeply rooted commitment to social mobility. In all we do we seek to nurture character and develop academic excellence, and we know that what we do really matters. More than 10% of our Year 7 students come from disadvantaged backgrounds and we are proud of the difference that we make. In 2023, the school was rated the Sunday Times South East State School of the Year.</p>\n<p><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.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Deadline for Applications: Sunday 18th May 2025</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><b>Application Process</b></p>\n<p><b>To conform with our Safer Recruitment process, all applicants must complete an application via our recruitment portal. Links to the portal can be found on our website: <a href=\"https://www.reading-school.co.uk/vacancies\">https://www.reading-school.co.uk/vacancies</a><br><br></b><b>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 telephone 0118 901 5600.<br><br></b>Stand-alone CVs will not be considered for shortlisting.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Candidates should complete the personal statement section of the application form clearly detailing how their skills and experience meet the job description and person specification.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Application Forms will be reviewed on receipt. Early application is advised as we hold the right to close the application process early if a suitable applicant applies and is appointed.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Safeguarding guidelines look to references being obtained prior to interview. Please ensure any referees who you are happy for us to contact before interview are aware that they may be asked to provide a reference with a relatively short deadline.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Reading School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Full details of our Safeguarding - Staff Recruitment Policy and Data Policy can be found on our website.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Reading School seeks to create a diverse workforce. 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Join our Housing Adaptations & Grants Team at Reading Borough Council as a Private Sector Renewal Officer and contribute to a healthier, safer community.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>As a Private Sector Renewal Officer, you will provide specialist advice and support to private sector residents, helping them access funding for adaptations and essential repairs and alternative housing options. You will play a key role in ensuring individuals can remain living independently in their homes by facilitating disabled adaptations and home improvements.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>What You’ll Do:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conduct home visits to assess customer needs and provide housing options.</li>\n<li>Support customers with grant and loan applications, including means testing.</li>\n<li>Ensure residents receive benefits and financial assistance they are entitled to.</li>\n<li>Work closely with Technical Officers, Occupational Therapists and multi-agency partners for swift resolutions.</li>\n<li>Maintain accurate case files and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Contribute to service improvements and stay up to date with housing legislation.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team</strong> - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency</strong> - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious</strong> - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading</strong> - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will have experience in disabled adaptations along with a strong understanding of welfare benefits and the legislation and guidance relating to Disabled Facilities Grants. Excellent communication and customer care skills are essential, coupled with a proactive approach to engaging with residents and stakeholders.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>The role requires the ability to manage a diverse caseload efficiently, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Word, Excel and databases such as Arcus, as well as maintaining accurate records, is crucial. Above all, a passion for improving housing conditions and delivering high-quality service is key to success in this role.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Our offer</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/\">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.  The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For more information on this position please contact Carla Thomas-Bellamy, Housing Adaptations & Grants Team Manager on <span>0118 937 3102 or at </span><span><a href=\"mailto:carla.thomas-bellamy@reading.gov.uk\">carla.thomas-bellamy@reading.gov.uk</a> </span><span> </span>  </p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: 21st May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date: 27th May 2025</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. 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Further details and an application pack are available from our website, <a href=\"http://www.thehillprimary.org.uk\">www.thehillprimary.org.uk</a> by email to <a href=\"mailto:admin@hill.reading.sch.uk\">admin@hill.reading.sch.uk</a> or by calling the school on 0118 937 5560</b></p>\n<p><b></b></p>\n<p><b>Closing date for applications is Thursday 22nd May 2025.</b></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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This new leadership position builds on these strong foundations to establish the GLF Teaching Hub in Oxfordshire and Reading and furthering our vision to be the ‘school of choice’ for teachers in Reading and beyond.</p>\n<p><br>The Initial Teacher Training Lead will have a timetabled teaching commitment of 30 periods per fortnight (out of 50), complying with the Teachers’ Standards and modelling best practice for others.</p>\n<p><br><b>Why Highdown School?</b> <br>• We are a Good School with many outstanding features which continues to rapidly improve <br>• We are committed to staff professional learning and leadership development for all staff, at all levels <br>• Staff have subsidised access to Highdown Sport and Leisure facilities <br>We are on a journey to becoming a ‘regional centre of excellence’. Why not join us?</p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025</p>\n<p><br><b>To apply, please go to the following link: <a href=\"https://www.eteach.com/careers/highdown-reading/\">https://www.eteach.com/careers/highdown-reading/</a></b></p>\n<p><b> </b><br><b>Email: <a href=\"mailto:office@highdown.reading.sch.uk\">office@highdown.reading.sch.uk</a></b></p>\n<p><br>Highdown School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are also trained in safer recruitment, and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and a ‘Prohibition from Teaching’ check. As part of our safeguarding procedures, candidates will also be subject to an online record search.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£57,831 - £62,202 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-09T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b48f57f7-75bb-4f8d-b984-7e1a165cc85b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0f964f2f-35f6-42c5-a013-52bf777f6938","title":"Housing Allocations and Quality Manager","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2><p><span></span>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us\">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.</p><h2>About the role</h2><div>The Housing Allocations team at West Northamptonshire Council are looking for an experienced manager to help us deliver a compliant, high quality service for the people of the county. </div><p><br></p><div>The post is based at One Angel Square in Northampton, with the option of flexible working across our main offices. You will be part of a dedicated management team who are committed to making the service the best it can be.<span><br></span>\n</div><div><br></div><div>For an informal conversation, please contact Henry Gregory, henry.gregory@westnorthants.gov.uk.</div><h2>Company information</h2><p>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.</p><p>Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. </p><p>Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU  </p><p>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner</p><p>The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\"><strong>what DEI means to us</strong></a>.</p><p>If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.</p><p><strong>West Northants Council, where careers thrive.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49,587 - £52,860","publishDate":"2025-05-08T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/10417cab-366f-4930-841f-027d7094c81e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b7f556aa-288b-4e9e-a74f-58b598b0c2a7","title":"Senior Planning Policy Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2><p><span></span>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us\">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.</p><h2>About the role</h2><p>Are you passionate about shaping the future of our towns and communities? </p><p>We are seeking a proactive and dedicated professional to join our Planning Service team and help deliver high-quality planning services that make a real difference.</p><p>We need you to take charge in shaping the future of our community by delivering high-level, expert planning policy guidance and insight to the Council—driving decisions in alignment with Town and Country Planning legislation and beyond.</p><p><strong>We also have a two year fixed contract vacancy as well, please specify in your application your preference. </strong></p><h2>Company information</h2><p>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.</p><p>Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. </p><p>Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU  </p><p>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner</p><p>The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\"><strong>what DEI means to us</strong></a>.</p><p>If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.</p><p><strong>West Northants Council, where careers thrive.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,861 - £46,304","publishDate":"2025-05-08T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/dc6539a6-fa3d-420f-ac9f-bcd35d8e72ab.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2880bcf3-8cb4-44dc-842b-5de7044f60b3","title":"Class Teacher - KS1","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Holly Spring Primary School","location":"Holly Spring Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Holly Spring Primary School is looking for a qualified teacher to join us in September 2025, as a  class teacher in KS1. 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You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service) (pro rata), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dealing with resident and customer enquiries in relation to Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction and Council Tax via phone, email and face to face contact</li>\n<li>Support the operation of the service and take ownership for processes and procedures using best practice from others where appropriate.</li>\n<li>Lead on the concessionary fares & Local Welfare Provision application processes.</li>\n<li>Dealing with the more complex customer issues and support & mentor Advisors to develop their skills and practice</li>\n<li>Assisting with the effective monitoring and review mechanisms to ensure continuous improvement in delivery of services.</li>\n<li>Support the administration of Housing Benefit & Council Tax Reduction claims and re-assessments.</li>\n<li>Make complex autonomous decisions with confidence and professionalism</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Verbal, written communication skills</li>\n<li>Experience of working within a front facing Welfare Benefits Environment</li>\n<li>Proficient ICT skills and use of Microsoft packages</li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of Welfare Benefits</li>\n<li>Ability to listen, extract and assess important information</li>\n<li>Ability to make appropriate complex decisions with autonomy and confidence</li>\n<li>Supervisory experience (desirable)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our area:</strong></p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today.</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact andrea.thorne@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing: Wednesday 4th June 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: 13th June 2025</strong></p>\n<p>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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Senior Recreation Assistant

Edgbarrow School

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£15.40 per hour (incl. holiday pay entitlement and fringe allowance)

Edgbarrow School, Grant Road, Crowthorne (On-Site)

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