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We have an exciting opportunity available for a Young Expert to join our friendly team at Wokingham Borough Council on a casual basis.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will need to be between the ages of 18-24 and should be a care experienced young person who has been in the care of Wokingham Borough Council.&nbsp;
As a Young Expert, you will advocate for children and young people in Wokingham, using your perspective and experience of the service.&nbsp;
This role will play an important part in making sure that our work focuses on listening to and acting on what local children and young people say is important to them.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Children and young people have a right to be heard!&nbsp;
You will be part of the participation team and will work alongside commissioners and other staff in children’s services to help design plans and services for children and young people.
You will&nbsp;help to ensure services are making a difference to the lives of local children and young people, and gain skills for the future.&nbsp;
We’re committed to creating better futures for children, young people, and young adults — and we’re looking for passionate young people to join us in making a real difference!&nbsp;
This is a casual contract, hours are flexible dependant on requirements and your existing commitments.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Job role:&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Helping colleagues by looking at and giving feedback on the quality of certain services that Wokingham Borough Council use.</li>
<li>Helping colleagues by giving feedback on council plans and strategies by looking over existing work and providing suggestions for improvements.</li>
<li>Helping in the hiring of new staff by being sat on interview panels and sharing your thoughts on the candidates.</li>
<li>Helping in interviewing organisations that want to provide local services to young people before they are hired.</li>
<li>Making sure the services we provide are young person friendly</li>
<li>Thinking of ideas of how to improve the way professionals like social workers and other colleagues work with young people in the area so that it’s more children and young person friendly.</li>
<li>This role will also give you the opportunity to bring your own ideas along. So if there is any area of work or project you think we have missed, then let us know in your application.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
What we are looking for:
<ul>
<li>You should be a care experienced young person who has been in the care of Wokingham Borough Council, aged between 18-24</li>
<li>Good written and verbal communication skills in English.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of using a computer.</li>
<li>Able to work with other young experts in a team.</li>
<li>Good organisational skills.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Our Area&nbsp;
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. &nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. &nbsp;
Disclaimer - Who can apply?
You must be:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Aged 18 to 24&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Care experienced and have been in the care of Wokingham Borough Council&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!&nbsp;
Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Desson via email <a href="mailto:sarah.desson@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.desson@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Jo Dixon via email <a href="mailto:Jo.Dixon@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jo.Dixon@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Wednesday 16th July 2025, 11pm&nbsp;
Interview date: W/C 21st July 2025 (Subject to change)
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.
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. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

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We have an excellent opportunity available for an Occupational Therapist to join our Integrated Mental Health Service, here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full Time, permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and dynamic team, playing an integral role as, we collaborate with The Health Trust to transform our services and develop a dedicated social care pathway. This role, along with the Senior Occupational Therapist post, have been created specifically to establish a reablement offer.&nbsp; Reablement provision will focus on delivering short-term, recovery-focused and goal-orientated support to individuals in the community, and on discharge from hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Occupational Therapists will work collaboratively with care providers and Social Care Practitioners, along with voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations to ensure individuals’ needs are met and that personal well-being and choice is central to assessment outcomes.&nbsp; As part of this, we are keen for Occupational Therapists to conduct sensory assessments to support us to better meet the needs of our neurodiverse populations. Occupational Therapists’ skills are valued and recognised as being key in enhancing the new social care pathway and Integrated Mental Health Service.
Both Wokingham Borough Council and The Health Trust recognise the benefits of integration, which include holistic support for people accessing services, peer support and working collaboratively across mental health services in Wokingham.
Wokingham Community Mental Health Services are committed to professional development and has excellent working relationships with health colleagues and colleagues in Adult Social Care.
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ If the successful candidate is an AMHP there will be the opportunity to be approved by Wokingham and contribute to the AMHP rota and receive the AMHP allowance (£5355 - £7000 depending on experience).&nbsp; Additionally, if you’re AMHP who has been out of practice, we may be able to support your re-approval to you get back up and running.
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ Preceptorship programme available through WBC.
⭐ Access to training and career development opportunities
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Hold a mental health caseload, conduct assessments, provide care/recommendations and services for people who have severe and/or enduring mental health difficulties, and physical health co-morbidities</li>
<li>Support Senior Occupational Therapist with the development of an occupation-focussed short-term reablement service</li>
<li>Produce care plans and risk management plans and ensure their effective implementation.</li>
<li>Support care providers to develop skills to better support our population</li>
<li>Identify safeguarding adult and children concerns and implement safeguarding policies and processes.</li>
<li>Maintain high standards of quality in clinical recording, ensuring information is recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date</li>
<li>Comply with all service requirements in terms of lone working in the community.</li>
<li>Liaison with other community mental health teams and inpatient services.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Have a degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with HCPC</li>
<li>Have some experience within a mental health setting (including student placement experience)</li>
<li>Full EU driving licence and daily access to use of a car</li>
<li>Have an understanding of Safeguarding, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and Human Rights legislation</li>
<li>Be a skilled communicator, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and customers</li>
<li>Be well organized with excellent time management skills.</li>
<li>Strong IT skills.</li>
<li>Sound understanding of mental health conditions</li>
<li>Experience of goal setting and be recovery focused.</li>
</ul>
Our Area
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.
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.
For more information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Carly Sheen via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Carly.Sheen@Wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Carly.Sheen@Wokingham.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;
Closing: 16th July 2025, 11pm
Interviews: W/C 28th July 2025
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. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

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Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority? Join our dedicated Legal Services team at Reading Borough Council as a Trainee Solicitor and gain invaluable experience in public sector law while working towards full qualification.
 Reading Borough Council is a Unitary Authority that hosts the Joint Legal Team, a long-standing shared legal service for all the Berkshire councils and a recognised centre of excellence for childcare, adults, and education law. As well as leading a highly regarded internal Corporate Legal Team, serving the needs of the Council across a wide range of functions.
On the 6th June 2025 the Joint Legal Team was highly commended in the category Legal Team of the Year for the Lawyers in Local Government Awards.
 We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service.
 About the Role:
Legal Services are thinking proactively about planning for our future workforce, particularly in the adult social care, education and children’s safeguarding disciplines of law.&nbsp; As part of this process, we are looking for 2 Trainee Solicitors, who have a keen interest in these dynamic and fascinating areas of legal practice and someone who is interested in practising in these areas of law in the future.&nbsp; 
You will be working within a friendly and supportive team environment where your professional development will be nurtured and appreciated.&nbsp; You will be involved with advising the Local Authorities on all aspects of adult social care, and children’s safeguarding&nbsp; law and Local Authorities and our school clients on education law. 
Accordingly, we are looking to primarily grow our own adult social care/ education / children’s safeguarding lawyer, so a significant part of the training contract will be within those areas of practice.&nbsp;The successful candidate will therefore be required to demonstrate advocacy skills and a willingness to undertake advocacy. 
However, in order to comply with the Law Society requirements, the successful candidate will not be based exclusively in the Adult Social Care and Education and the Childcare Teams and will have an opportunity to gain substantial pre-qualification experience in other areas of contentious and non-contentious Local Government legal practice with the aim of developing public sector lawyers with a strong working knowledge of the practice of law in local government
 We will provide you with excellent training and support, the opportunity to take on responsibility from an early stage (including advocacy) and strong foundations for your future career.&nbsp;
The purpose of the Legal Services is to provide the Council and its partners with the highest quality professional legal advice and representation which allows them to run their organisations well, and to serve our community.&nbsp; Our ambition is to be the best place to practice law in local government; being close to our customers, recruiting the best talent, successfully deploying legal technology, and ensuring the continued growth of the business to new customers.&nbsp; As a Trainee Solicitor you will have an opportunity to gain substantial pre-qualification experience in other areas of contentious and non-contentious Local Government legal practice with the aim of developing public sector lawyers with a strong working knowledge of the practice of law in local government. You’ll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of legal matters, contribute to service improvement projects, and even have the opportunity to undertake advocacy work. 
Your day-to-day will include:
<ul>
<li>Supporting lawyers with legal advice to Members, Officers, and Partners</li>
<li>Managing a caseload of varied legal work under supervision</li>
<li>Contributing to service planning and improvement initiatives</li>
<li>Using technology and case management systems effectively</li>
<li>Supporting mentoring and training activities within the team</li>
</ul>
About you:
We’re looking for someone who is:
<ul>
<li>Has completed and passed their LPC and has a strong academic record.</li>
<li>Is organised and committed, with good communication and inter-personal skills with an interest in pursuing a career in local government.</li>
<li>Committed to a career in local government legal work</li>
<li>A strong communicator with excellent research and time management skills</li>
<li>Able to handle a varied workload with growing independence and responsibility</li>
<li>Motivated to work as part of a team delivering public services with integrity and ambition</li>
</ul>
 During your training contract you will:
<ul>
<li>Undertake work in various areas of law. These areas will be agreed based on the interests of the Trainee and the needs of the department.</li>
<li>Take clear instructions from the clients and to identify the client’s objectives and further them in a professional and ethical manner.</li>
<li>Develop the skill to give legal advice that is informed by appropriate legal and factual analysis and identifies the consequences of the different options.</li>
<li>Develop the skills to undertake advocacy and oral presentations and, if required, to represent the Council in Court.</li>
<li>Maintain a training record, keeping track of the work that has been done and the skills that have used</li>
<li>Attend the Professional Skills Course</li>
<li>Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other service areas within the Council and the organisations that work in partnership with the Council.</li>
</ul>
From the commencement of your training contract, you will be a fee earner within our practice.&nbsp; You will 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 will also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Lindsey Marks – Strategic Lead fort Adult Social Care and Education Law - <a href="mailto:lindsey.marks@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">lindsey.marks@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing Date: Monday 30th June 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed. Please note that there will be a 2 stage interview process &nbsp;with the second part of the interview consisting of a presentation and an in person interview with the Assistant Director of Law and the Legal Manager.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Trainee Solicitor - Legal Services

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We are looking for a passionate and proactive Tree and Landscape Officer to join our dedicated team of Tree and Landscape professionals. In this role you will provide expert advice on planning consultations relating to tree and landscape aspects, assessing tree work applicatons and contriubting to the preservation and enhancement of the boroughs valued landscape and natural heritage.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on the landscape and to help shape the future of our local environement.
Our Area:
Wokingham is an attractive, historic market town located in the prosperous Thames Valley in the heart of Berkshire and 40 miles west of London. With easy access to the M4 and M3 motorways and on a train line between Reading and Waterloo and also Reading and Gatwick.
You will be provided with a laptop and a mix of home working and office working is available. Applicants should have a full driving licence and access to a car to undertake site visits. We are looking for people with great IT skills and a customer focused approach.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Laura Buck via <a href="mailto:Laura.Buck@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Laura.Buck@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: 20th July 2025, 11:59pm Inteview date:&nbsp;TBC
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.
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. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Tree and Landscape Officer

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We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and experienced Data&nbsp; Engineer to join us as key members of the Digital, Data and Technology team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, 12-Month Fixed Term Contract.&nbsp;
As a DataEngineer you will work as part of the Data Team, which has responsibility for providing organisation wide solutions to data in particular, but not exclusively, targeted at the organisation’s key strategic focuses:
<ul>
<li>Housing</li>
<li>Prevention</li>
<li>Community Safety</li>
<li>Adults Social Care</li>
<li>Children’s Service</li>
</ul>
This is a technical data engineering role; your day-to-day work will involve supporting the delivery of the Business Intelligence Programme with a focus on the effective and efficient development of data products, primarily using Azure, for services across the organisation.
At its core, the purpose of this role is to enhance the Council’s data capability so that it can meet the increasing complex challenges in local government.&nbsp; Meeting the needs of our residents, putting them at the heart of what we do, equipping officers and the leadership of the Council with the data they need to make evidence-based decisions.&nbsp;
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Deliver data projects within the Business Intelligence Programme, driving the shift towards automated, live reporting.</li>
<li>Engage with and support services, building solutions flexibly and creatively using agile methodologies.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver project objectives and contribute to strategic priorities.</li>
<li>Provide specialist advice and input to corporate projects and programmes.</li>
<li>Support the development of other data team members and officers, actively sharing technical knowledge and promoting data-driven decision-making.</li>
<li>Contribute to the creation of a positive culture that supports a strong, efficient, and effective performance culture with a focus on service excellence and customer satisfaction and encourages continuous improvement, in which staff from all sectors can contribute towards system and business process changes.</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Educated to degree level in a related subject matter (e.g. Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Science) OR minimum 3-5 years of relevant professional experience</li>
<li>SQL skills (prefereably advanced level)</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills: for data wrangling, issue investigation and analysing data to elicit information</li>
<li>ELT/ETL solutions: to design and implement automated data processes using established infrastructure (preferably Azure Data Factory and SQL or Fabric Data Fabric/Notebooks)</li>
<li>Data Modelling: data warehouse design and development of dimensional data models</li>
<li>Optimise and ensure efficient data processing by identifying and resolving bottlenecks.</li>
</ul>
Our Area
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.
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.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Will Roper, Customer Insight Analyst and Performance Manager at <a href="mailto:will.roper@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">will.roper@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.
Closing date: Sunday 29th June 2025, 11pm
Interview date: TBC
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.
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. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
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Data Engineer

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Are you looking for flexible, hands-on work in a professional kitchen environment?&nbsp; New Directions College – Reading Borough Council’s adult and community learning service – is looking for enthusiastic and reliable Casual Kitchen Technicians to join our team.&nbsp; This is a fantastic opportunity to support adult learners in a friendly, well-equipped training kitchen, helping them develop essential skills for work and life.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
 About the Role: New Directions College is based at 330 Northumberland Avenue, Reading, RG2 8DH.&nbsp; The role is casual and will require you on and as and when needed basis. You’ll be responsible for setting up the training kitchen before classes, preparing food ingredients, organising equipment, and ensuring everything is ready for learners and teaching staff. After sessions, you’ll clean and reset the space, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment. 
You’ll help manage kitchen stock, monitor food waste, and keep accurate records to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. You’ll also support with the safe storage of ingredients and ensure equipment is maintained and serviced when required. 
Above all, you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality learning by creating a clean, safe and welcoming kitchen environment where learners can thrive. 
What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>A current Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain)</li>
<li>Knowledge of COSHH and Health &amp; Safety practices (training available)</li>
<li>Experience maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment</li>
<li>Flexible, proactive attitude and the ability to work independently</li>
<li>A commitment to providing excellent support to staff and learners</li>
</ul>
 Whether you're experienced in a kitchen support role or looking to build your experience in a flexible role, we’d love to hear from you. 
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Laura Jordan – Employment and Skills Curriculum Manager - <a href="mailto:laura.jordan@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.jordan@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Interview Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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MPS / UPS (London Fringe Allowance – average uplift of salary £1,400) plus TLR commensurate to the role
 To start as soon as possible 
At The Wren, we challenge ourselves to become better day by day; driving our school community forward so that we can offer our students an exceptional education. We share an ambitious and inspirational vision that; ‘Each child, regardless of background, will receive a world-class education and be nurtured, challenged and inspired to aim high.’ We believe that every young person must receive an exceptional education; one that nurtures a love of learning and empowers students to achieve their best, one that challenges, inspires and develops them as individuals and one that ensures all students have the tools to be fully equipped for their future. We are seeking to appoint an exceptional teacher to lead the provision in our Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) for students with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). Our new MLD ARP is opening in September 2025, to support the increasing needs for young people within our local community. 
The closing date is Wednesday 1st July 2025; interviews are being held on Friday 11th July 2025. Further information, including details of how to apply, is available on the vacancy page of our website <a href="http://www.wren.excalibur.org.uk" target="_blank">www.wren.excalibur.org.uk</a> 
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact the HR Lead, Lynn Smith, at the school on 0118 214 3888 or email <a href="mailto:lsmith@wren.excalibur.org.uk" target="_blank">lsmith@wren.excalibur.org.uk</a>. 
Do not delay in applying early as suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. 
The Wren is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Click here to read our Safeguarding Policy. Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks. The Wren is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We are committed to equality of opportunity, promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, students and the community we work with. The Wren values everyone’s contribution and ensures all have the opportunity to realise their potential in line with our #BetterNeverStops ethos. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that all students, regardless of background, deserve a world-class education.

Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) Lead Teacher - The Wren School

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Do you have a passion for working outdoors, operating machinery, and making a difference in your local community? Join our dedicated Streetscene team at Reading Borough Council as a Tractor Driver and help maintain our parks and open spaces to the highest standards.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
 About the Role: The role is full time (37 hours per week) and will require you to start at 7.00am and will be working Monday to Friday only. As a Tractor Driver, you'll play a key role in maintaining Reading’s parks and open spaces. You'll operate a variety of machinery including tractors with gang mowers and flails, as well as ride-on, pedestrian, and handheld tools. Your work will help ensure that our green spaces remain safe, clean, and enjoyable for residents and visitors alike. 
In addition to grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, sports pitch upkeep, and allotment work, you’ll also support general park care. Providing excellent customer service is also an important part of the role. You’ll be a visible and helpful presence in our parks, offering assistance and information to the public, resolving minor issues on-site, and helping to uphold safety and byelaw standards with professionalism and tact.
 What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>Experience in tractor driving and using powered/non-powered equipment</li>
<li>Competence with machinery including mowers, chainsaws, and power tools</li>
<li>Practical understanding of vehicle maintenance</li>
<li>Good communication skills and a team player attitude</li>
<li>Physically capable and willing to work in all weather conditions</li>
</ul>
 Essential Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>NPTC or Lantra Certificate in Tractor Driving and Related Operations</li>
<li>NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)</li>
<li>Full UK or EU Driving Licence</li>
</ul>
Ideally the successful candidates will have a proven track record of outside working in a demanding environment with an understanding of general vehicle maintenance.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the 19 Bennet Road depot</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Chris Camfield – Streetscene Services Manager - <a href="mailto:chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.camfield@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Interview Date: Wednesday 2nd July 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Tractor Driver

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment.
We have an exciting opportunity for two Teaching Assistants to join our team on a term term only basis for a 12 month fixed term contract.
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.
<h3>About you…</h3>
As a Teaching Assistant you will be passionate about helping children and young people thrive, especially those who may be vulnerable or facing challenges.
You will be motivated by the belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential.
As a Tecahing Assistant you are adaptable, proactive and ready to contribute in a hands-on role that spans teaching support, creative resource development, and admin support. You will also play an active role in our ESOL Conversation Club, helping learners grow in confidence and communication.
You are someone who wants to be part of a team that brings out the best in each other, because you know that when you're supported, you can do your best work too.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Virtual School Team promotes the educational achievement of looked after children, whether they are educated in Bracknell Forest or placed out of authority.
We are a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team committed to creating meaningful change for children and young people who present as vulnerable. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, we work in partnership to ensure no one is left behind.
We have high expectations, not just for the young people we support, but for ourselves. We don’t just do what needs to be done, we do what should be done. We go further, because it matters.
This is more than a job, it’s a chance to be part of something purposeful.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>Assisting Tutors in preparing the lesson materials and centre equipment.</li>
<li>Helping students manage stress and anxiety, in and outside the classroom, providing co regulation and reflective learning opportunities to enable them to fully participate in the learning.&nbsp;</li>
<li>To support Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children and young people to access sessions</li>
<li>Update Stellar Grove tracking documents, ensuring that detailed and accurate records are maintained in respect of the children and young people attending sessions.</li>
<li>To keep up to date with relevant legislation. i.e After school clubs, community activities and tuition safeguarding guidance for providers.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
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" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th July 2025 &nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. We reserve the right to amend this to on line via Teams.
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.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Lorraine Petersen, Virtual School Headteacher, Phone number: 01344 353408

Bracknell Forest Council

Functional Skills Teaching Assistant (part time 15 hrs p/w. Term Time Only, FTC 12 months)

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

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

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