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You will be surrounded by a team who care passionately about the work we do and who equally recognise the importance of being supportive to each other.</p>\n<p>The children and young people are all unique and require individualised care. Staff strive for excellence and ensure that the care provided is responsive to the children/young people’s views, wishes and feelings.</p>\n<p>We offer high levels of support through monthly supervisions and fortnightly team meetings.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To participate in the delivery of a range of short break opportunities including tea visits, overnight stays and weekend play sessions.</li>\n<li>To keywork for a number of children/young people ensuring their care plans and risk assessments reflect their ever-changing needs.</li>\n<li>To develop and support a wide range of fun activities that reflect the children/young people’s wishes and needs.</li>\n<li>To promote children and young people’s independence and communication needs.</li>\n<li>To promote the welfare of children and young people and to contribute to ensuring that children are safeguarded from abuse. </li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits…<strong> </strong>\n</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days* increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<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>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </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<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 22nd May 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. 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>Clare Turner - Larchwood manager</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 452315</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, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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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":"£29,799-£35,020 FTE inclusive of £706 London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-04-24T11:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d7216a6a-e9dd-4ee8-b2c0-20582c2e7658.jpg","score":7298.699,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d0662636-441d-4fb7-9658-35dda8cac5a1","title":"Senior Social Worker, Children in Care (Here4U) Team","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"HERE4U -Woodley Family Centre, 46 Church Road, Woodley","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Senior Social Worker - Children We Care For and Leaving Our Care (Here4U Team)</strong></p>\n<p>We have an exciting opportunity available for a new Senior Social Worker to join the Children We Care For and Leaving Our Care team (also referred to as the \"Here4U Team) here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent contract. </p>\n<p>As a member of the Here4U team you will have limitless opportunities to make a huge difference to the lives of children and young people up to 25 years old who we care for and who are leaving our care.  The team support these children and young people to ensure they receive the best possible opportunities in life.</p>\n<p>The Here4U Team is a fantastic area to showcase your senior expertise in Social Care, as you will be working with children and young people from birth to 18yrs old in a variety of settings, including; kinship placements, foster care, residential care, placement with parents, UASC’s, and semi-independent living. You will work with professionals and family members to meet the children’s needs (which may be outside of the Borough) on both a planned and critical basis.</p>\n<p>You will work directly with children and young people on a daily basis, building long term relationships supporting their care plans to adulthood.</p>\n<p>To enable you to work to your best we will continue to develop you in your role and as part of the team. In addition to your future development, you will also have the opportunity to develop the range of interventions and skills you bring to make a difference to children and young people.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>\n<p>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:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ Enrolment to 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>About Our Team:</strong></p>\n<p>The Here4U Team is a bright and vibrant culture with a positive workforce made up of: 9 Personal Assistants, 3 ASYE Social Workers, 5 experienced/Senior Social Workers, 4 Assistant Team Managers and one Team Manager. The team work on a hybrid basis, where Social Workers are able to be flexible with their diary commitments, balancing the needs of the young people we care for. The team collectively meet in person twice a month, with online team time regularly diarised outside of this.</p>\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 an informal discussion please contact: </p>\n<p>Holly Potter (Here4U Team Manager) <a href=\"mailto:Holly.Potter@wokingham.gov.uk\">Holly.Potter@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or</p>\n<p>Alix Williams (Recruitment & Retention Specialist for Children’s Social Care) <a href=\"mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk\">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Sunday 18th May 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: Thursday 29th May 2025, at our main offices in Wokingham</strong></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.<strong>     </strong></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. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. </em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>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. 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This role primarily focuses on supporting the Team / Team Manager with the S117 process and undertaking reviews. <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>There is the opportunity to work flexibly and support the drive towards excellent S117 plans for people and their families. <br><br>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.<br><br></p>\n<p>Working as a Senior Social Worker for Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and supporting team.  We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with adults of all ages, colleagues and health partners.</p>\n<p><strong> <br>Market Supplement of £5,000 per year available for qualified and practicing AMHP's.<br><br></strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p>\n<p>The Mental Health Social Care Team work with adults with a diagnosis of functional mental disorder. <br><br>We use the Conversation Counts model and the team offer the full range of social care interventions for the client group, from advice and signposting, adult safeguarding, discharges from the psychiatric hospital, to initial assessments under the Care Act and commissioning of services to meet eligible needs or mental health aftercare needs under S117 Mental Health Act 1989 and onward reviews. <br><br>Good knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act is pivotal to the role and experience of court work and Community DOLS is required. We welcome applications for AMHPs. The team takes a strengths based approach and aims to help individuals tap into support available in their local network where possible with an aim of preventing needs arising and promoting independence in their own home. <br><br>We benefit from a mental health reablement service which supports our clients to meet their goals and retain independence and recover from periods of ill health.<br><br></p>\n<p>Have a particular focus on reviewing and S117 aftercare, you will support the team manager with quality assurance of S117 applications across the council and the process and we are particularly looking for someone highly organised and efficient.</p>\n<p><br>You will hold a small varied caseload as well as providing supervision, guidance and oversight to a group of social care practitioners, operating as the duty manager for the team on a rota basis and deputising for the Team Manager as necessary.  You will contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents. <br><br>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures.</p>\n<p>You will need to have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>\n<li>Registration with Social Work England</li>\n<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014 and relevant legislation that guides Adult Social Care.</li>\n<li>Understanding and experience in working with the MHA 1983 (as amended 2007) and the MCA 2005)</li>\n<li>Significant understanding and experience in working with adults with serious mental illness.</li>\n<li>Good teamwork and networking skills</li>\n<li>A proven ability to focus on good outcomes for people</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>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. There are opportunities for training as an Approved Mental Health Professional, BIA or practice educator.<br><br>We work closely with our colleagues within Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support.<br><br><em>This role offers Agile/Hybrid Working – you have the opportunity to work from home and the Civic Offices in Reading but also you will need to attend face to face visits within the Reading Borough.</em></p>\n<p> <br>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. <br><br>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:<br><br><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><br><strong>Our offer</strong><strong><br></strong>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years LG continuous service and 33 days after 10 years' service in Reading, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><strong>If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Penny Conroy, Mental Health Social Care Team Manager, on 07580 539 875 or </strong><a href=\"mailto:penelope.conroy@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>penelope.conroy@reading.gov.uk</strong></a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date: Applications to be reviewed upon submission <br>Interview date: To be confirmed<br> </p>\n<p>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. 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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 11th 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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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":"£25,889 - £29,330 FTE inclusive of £706 London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-05-02T09:29:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/445d031e-810f-40e5-a75f-c4d6d307e580.jpg","score":5402.569,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"37d91f05-83f5-42d4-ba3b-1d1ea9543347","title":"Senior Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Senior Social Worker to join our Award Winning Adult Social Care team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-Time, Permanent Basis.</p>\n<p>This role is part of our incredible Preparing for Adulthood team working with young people aged 14 up to 25 to help them transition into Adult Social Care.</p>\n<p>As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a key role in ensuring that the quality and performance are met by providing guidance, support, supervision, and/or line management to registered and non-registered social care professionals.</p>\n<p>With a focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals and those who care for them, you will work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess, review, or reassess the complex needs of customers and their carers within the borough. 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You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), 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>⭐ Cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ Monthly Supervision</p>\n<p>⭐ Social Work Registration Paid</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To work within the relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies, and procedures to undertake assessments, reviews and support planning with individuals and their carers, promoting well-being, independence for preparing for adulthood and safety.</li>\n<li>To enable people to identify their own needs and the outcomes they wish to achieve and to implement and review support plans to meet these needs and to liaise with other professional/agencies as required.</li>\n<li>To provide guidance, support, Supervision, and/or line management of registered and non-registered Social Care professionals, ensuring that quality and performance are met.</li>\n<li>To direct, support and undertake risk assessments and formulate risk management plans, having<br>regard for the safety of customers and others, whilst promoting independence and supporting positive risk enablement where appropriate. </li>\n<li>To effectively manage your own priorities, workload and conflicting pressures and that of the team, escalating where appropriate.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Professional degree level Social Work qualification or equivalent.</li>\n<li>Current registration to professional governing body (Social Work England).</li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of the statutory framework for the relevant care group and of an appropriate range of professional interventions.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate, supervise and performance manage staff.</li>\n<li>Full EU driving licence (and access to daily use of a car).</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, 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, to find out more or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Anita Davies, Lead Specialist Preparing For Adulthood Team Manager via email <a href=\"mailto:a.davies@wokingham.gov.uk\">a.davies@wokingham.gov.uk</a><strong> </strong>or Barbara Ntow- Boahene, Senior Social Worker via email <a href=\"mailto:Barbara.Ntow-Boahene@wokingham.gov.uk\">barbara.ntow-boahene@wokingham.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date:</strong> <strong>W/C Monday 26th May 2025</strong></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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You will be able to think systemically and have a commitment to developing others. You will be an excellent communicator and able to both lead and advise on complex safeguarding issues.</p>\n<p>You will have a sound knowledge of relevant legislative frameworks and an ability to demonstrate a commitment to the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal whilst discharging your statutory duties.</p>\n<p>You will be an excellent team player, confident, assertive, and able to work collaboratively with all stakeholders, with an ability to think flexibly and creatively in a solution focused and person-centred way.</p>\n<p>If successful, you will join a friendly, dynamic team working on challenging but engaging work, making a real difference to others. The role also provides the opportunity for an interesting mix of roles and responsibilities with excellent opportunities for continual personal development.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong></p>\n<p>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:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 30 days after 5 years continued local government service), 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>⭐ Cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ Monthly Supervision</p>\n<p>⭐ Social Work Registration Paid</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\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, 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>For an informal discussion about this job role, please contact Maria Harrison, maria.harrison@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong>30th May 2025, 11pm<br><strong>Interview date: </strong>TBC</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. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. </em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks</em></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>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. 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You will be enthusiastic about providing the highest quality of care and support to our children and young people.  </p>\n<p>This is a waking night role: one night per week plus 2 additional nights per month.  The hours are 21:00 to 09:00.  There will be an opportunity to pick up extra shifts, covering annual leave and sickness.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>Working at Larchwood is both fun and challenging. You will be surrounded by a team who care passionately about the work we do and who equally recognise the importance of being supportive to each other.</p>\n<p>The children and young people are all unique and require individualised care. 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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>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>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 22 May 2025<strong> </strong> </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 discusson or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Clare Turner, Larchwood Manager</p>\n<p>Tel.: 01344 452315</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, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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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. 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You will be responsible for carrying out TEC assessments, implementing TEC as a solution and working closely with Adult Social Care staff, our TEC providers and the TEC Lead. <br><br>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>to our success. 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You will be supported with training and supervision from the TEC Lead.<br><br>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures.<br><br>You will need to have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent communication skills</li>\n<li>GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent.</li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of Information Governance and Data Protection.</li>\n<li>Understanding or interest in Technology Enabled Care (TEC) solutions, the potential and scope of TEC and how it can creatively be integrated into various packages of care.</li>\n<li>Motivated and enthusiastic about helping to shape the development of the TEC service.</li>\n<li>Experience and understanding of Adult Social Care.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with professionals from other agencies.</li>\n<li>Ideally experience of Technology Enabled Care.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We want our TEC Service to stand out from the crowd and embrace new digital and technological solutions because we believe that technology should be better integrated into care and support packages. <strong><br><br></strong>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. <br><br></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> - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency</strong> - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious</strong> - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential </p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading</strong> - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity</p>\n<p><br><strong>Our offer<br></strong>The role involves a combination of working from home, at least one day a week office working and occasional site visit.  <br><strong><br></strong>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement – starting from 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities including working from home</li>\n<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (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 - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Cycle salary sacrifice scheme</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<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>\n<li>'Your Reading Passport' scheme - competitive rates for local gyms</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>If you have any specific questions or need further information, please contact: Carole Lee, Principal Occupational Therapist, on 0118 937 4712 email on </strong><a href=\"mailto:Carole.Lee@reading.gov.uk\">Carole.Lee@reading.gov.uk</a><strong> or Chidinma Nwahiri, TEC Lead on </strong><strong>07971 655 250 email </strong><a href=\"mailto:Chidinma.Nwahiri@reading.gov.uk\">Chidinma.Nwahiri@reading.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date: Sunday 25<sup>th</sup> May 2025<br>Interview dates: To be confirmed</p>\n<p><br>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.</p>\n<p><br><strong>Visit: </strong><a href=\"https://moretoreading.co.uk/\"><strong>www.moretoreading.co.uk</strong></a><strong> to find out more about Reading’s Community & 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.</strong> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,269 to £32,654 Per Year","publishDate":"2025-05-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4d7f8a12-abfc-4bd0-a41d-8f5509d57337.png","score":2987.328,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"af704840-2194-4800-9837-5f4f3034c34a","title":"Social Worker","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have a fantastic opportunity available for a highly motivated Social Worker to join our proactive WEST locality Social Care Team in Adult Social Care, here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full Time, permanent basis.</p>\n<p>As the Social Worker, you will work across a broad range of specialisms which includes working with older people, those with physical disabilities, people with long-term health conditions such as self-neglect, dementia and hoarders and people with low mental health.</p>\n<p>You will experience direct work with customers and collaborative working, alongside diverse teams including the EAST Social Care Team, First Contact Duty Team, Reviews, Hospital Discharge, OT’s and TEC.</p>\n<p>There is an excellent opportunity to specialise and advance within a certain field, such as dementia, substance misuse, complex neurological conditions, older people, self-neglect, or physical disabilities. We want to see you thrive at Wokingham Borough Council, and pride ourselves on the opportunities to train and progress throughout your career.</p>\n<p>We offer flexible working arrangements, with the option to hybrid work between home and the office in addition to the necessary in-person meetings and assessments.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong></p>\n<p>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:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ Enrolment to 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>To work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess or reassess the needs of customers and their carer’s, offering access to support services in line with their eligible needs.</li>\n<li>To proactively contribute to the develop of the team, working creatively to support strong local networks to help identify how specific the needs of our customers could be met in different ways.</li>\n<li>To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are acknowledged and heard.</li>\n<li>To promote a strengths-based model of care and approach to assessing a broad range of needs, in line with the Care Act 2014.</li>\n<li>To ensure that you bring forward good ideas, offer creative solutions, challenge areas where the Council can improve, and to contribute to the Council’s ongoing success.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate Requirements</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Social Work qualification (degree or diploma) and registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>Full EU driving licence (and access to the daily use of a car).</li>\n<li>Experience of using standard Microsoft programs and specialist client record systems</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, 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>For more information about this opportunity, please contact Emma Hodge, Team Manager Ongoing Support Team, <a href=\"mailto:emma.hodge@wokingham.gov.uk\">emma.hodge@wokingham.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date:  Sunday 1st June 2025 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: TBC</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. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.</p>\n<p>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</p>\n<p>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.<strong>     </strong></p>\n<p>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 & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.</p>\n<p>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,511 - £47,754 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-04-24T14:44:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ec998bf7-0b92-4d94-b0a4-acc84f15ad52.png","score":2924.8237,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"20eeed1d-06e5-4e9b-8d2f-3771887a4d0f","title":"Senior Recreation Assistant","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Edgbarrow School","location":"Edgbarrow School, Grant Road, Crowthorne","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic person to assist with the presentation, upkeep and smooth running of the Sports Complex.  This will include opening and locking up the facilities and liaising with customers and the Lettings Coordinator.  Previous leisure experience is desirable and the ability to be flexible is essential.  <strong>Applicants must be 18 or over</strong> and be able to work weekends.  Some mid-week shifts from 17.15 – 22.30 may also be available.  This position requires the person to work alone. </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.  We offer an excellent induction programme and a highly supportive working environment.</p>\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.  It was recently judged by Ofsted as outstanding.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Friday 16<sup>th</sup> May 2025</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":"£15.40 per hour (incl. holiday pay entitlement and fringe allowance)","publishDate":"2025-05-09T13:09:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/047395f8-6cc8-4f7e-821e-03bace007c2c.jpg","score":2870.1787,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"446904ef-689d-4d0b-9376-507bd1cae9ed","title":"Learning Support Assistants - The Avenue School","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<div><span>Due to expansion, we are looking for full & part time Learning Support Assistants to join us and we have the following vacancies:</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>5 days per week - 31.25 hours per week. Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 3.15pm – £18,482 Per year</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>4 days per week – 25 hours per week.  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 8.30am to 3.15pm - £14,785 Per year</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>3 <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>days per week – 18.75 hours per week.  Monday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Friday - 8.30am to 3.15pm - £11,089 Per year</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>2 days per week – 12.5 hours per week.  Monday & Tuesday or Thursday & Friday - 8.30am to 3.15pm - £7,392 Per year</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>All roles will be Permanent, and you will work Term Time Only + Inset Days. Unfortunately, there is no flexibility with the start and finish times. </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>About the Avenue School:</span></b></div>\n<div>The Avenue School is a vibrant and friendly SEN school which supports more than 250 pupils, aged between 3-19, with a range of severe or profound learning difficulties, some physical disabilities and autism. We have small well-resourced classes and a real passion for supporting young people to have active and healthy lives through an exciting education both in and out of the classroom.</div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>About you:</span></b></div>\n<div><span>Are you a naturally caring person who wants the best for children?  If yes, come and make a difference to the lives of pupils with Special Educational Needs.   </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>About the role:</span></b></div>\n<div><span>Learning Support Assistants work as part of a team providing care and learning experiences for our pupils encouraging them to develop to the best of their potential.   </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>You will be class based and will help pupils with their learning, go out in the community and manage behaviour.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>We are looking for people who are patient, caring, supportive, flexible, have a good sense of humour, enjoy using their initiative and working as part of a team.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>What we’re looking for:</span></b></div>\n<div><span>• Previous experience of working with SEN children is preferred but is not essential as full training will be given. </span></div>\n<div><span>• Adaptability, resilience and being able to think on your feet are essential in this varied role</span></div>\n<div><span>• An ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people</span></div>\n<div><span>• A good command of English and Mathematics are essential </span></div>\n<div><span>• Good ICT skills</span></div>\n<div><span>• You should be patient and calm, with a consistent and positive approach to managing student behaviour, and understand how students learn</span></div>\n<div><span>• Successful candidates need to be physically fit.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>To apply, please visit the vacancy page of our website - <a href=\"https://www.avenue.reading.sch.uk/\">https://www.avenue.reading.sch.uk/</a> - and fill in the forms that you’ll find in the Support Assistant recruitment section.  Please state what role you are interested in and what days you are able to work. </span></b></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>All completed forms must be returned to <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@avenue.reading.sch.uk\">recruitment@avenue.reading.sch.uk</a> by the closing date which is Sunday 1st June 2025.  For more information, please call Vanessa Carrick on 0118 214 5257.</span></b></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches.  We reserve the right to interview before the closing date. </span></div>\n<p></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£7,392 - £18,482 Per year.","publishDate":"2025-05-07T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3003bb45-3f58-4ca2-815c-0131fa9dbf3e.png","score":2700.301,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f68af749-e01d-4530-9143-0d6e6fb623e8","title":"Social Worker, Children's Safeguarding (Long Term) Teams","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End, Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>We are recruiting for a permanent Social Worker in our Children's Safeguarding (Long Term) Teams, in Children’s Services. </strong></p>\n<p>Our Long Term Team (<strong>Brambles</strong>) is looking for a <strong>Social Worker</strong> to join them on a permanent basis. </p>\n<p><strong>About the team: </strong>This team is made up of an experienced and stable workforce. The Brambles team is supported by Practice Assistants and a Family Support Worker, includes two ASYE Social Workers, and a fantastic team of Social and Senior Social Workers. There are two exceptional ATM's plus a steady and supportive Team Manager leading the team.</p>\n<p>At Wokingham, we are committed to our social workers having caseloads that give them time to focus on relationship based practice. To reflect this we are seeking experienced, permanent Social Workers who have a passion for working with and improving outcomes for children.</p>\n<p>We are keen to hear from Social Workers that are flexible, dynamic and willing to work with safe uncertainty, to achieve the best outcomes for our children. We welcome creative individuals who are keen to make a difference by finding supportive solutions for our most vulnerable children. </p>\n<p><strong>Quote from a Social Worker in the Brambles Team (December 2024):</strong></p>\n<p><em>\"The Brambles Team is a really stable team. We have regular team meetings and everyone chips in and supports each other when we're on duty. Even in times of heightened stress, we know that we can always depend on each other and our managers for full support and encouragement. It's a great team culture.\"</em></p>\n<p><strong>What we can offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Hybrid working:</strong> Our Long Term Teams work in a hybrid capacity, with our Social Workers combining a regular routine of working in the office, working from home, and working within the community.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>L&D:</strong> Social Workers in Wokingham are highly valued for the important and challenging work they undertake and will find an environment where their learning and development is promoted and supported.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Support:</strong> Our Social Workers benefit from regular in-depth supervision with their managers, supportive peers and positive team spirit. Our Principal Social Worker and Practice Consultants work closely with our teams to provide learning and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Culture:</strong> We are so proud of our positive and motivated team spirit. Our teams work closely with eachother, our Team Managers are relentlessly focussed on staff wellbeing, Social Workers feel supported & empowered in their roles. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our package:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Salary: £44,511 - £50,754 per annum (inc £3k Market Supplement)</li>\n<li>Annual Leave: 28 days, rising to 33 days with 5 years continuous service</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension</li>\n<li>Local and National Discounts</li>\n<li>Continuous Professional Development</li>\n<li>Supportive Management</li>\n</ul>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact either:</p>\n<p><strong>Frankie Smith</strong>, Team Manager, Brambles Team <a href=\"mailto:Frankie.smith@wokingham.gov.uk\">Frankie.smith@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or <strong>Alix Williams</strong>, Recruitment & Retention Specialist for Children’s Social Care: <a href=\"mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk\">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 25<sup>th</sup> May at 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: 5<sup>th</sup> June, in person in our main offices in Wokingham.</strong></p>\n<p>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. 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Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.</p>\n<p>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£44,511 - £50,754 per annum (inc £3k Market Supplement)","publishDate":"2025-04-25T12:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/cb443a2b-5c40-45f7-ba27-14187f602764.png","score":2681.1448,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"08e1be29-d667-44b6-8e0a-fc8c968b21ea","title":"Youth Justice Worker","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Waterford House, Erfstadt Court, Wokingham","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Youth Justice Worker to join our Prevention and Youth Justice Service (PYJS) here at Wokingham Borough Council on a full time, permanent contract. 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The impact of our work is evidenced in the 50% reduction of the first time entrants into our service as well as the reduction of the re-offending rates.</p>\n<p>As a youth justice worker, you will hold a mix caseload of prevention, diversion, out of court and Court/custodial cases. </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>\n<p>Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. 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There is a lot of case management and record keeping is an essential part of our job.</li>\n<li>We have a duty to safeguard our children whilst also protecting the public: safety assessments, safety management and safeguarding and welfare of the children we work with is an essential aspect of our role.</li>\n<li>We work in a multi-agency team and context: we support children as part of a network so you must be good communicating with others to overcome barriers and achieve better outcomes for our children.</li>\n<li>Our role involves adherence to many pieces of legislation, frameworks, and guidance which you will have to learn and become familiar with to be able to deliver your role.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate Requirements</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>There is an <strong>essential</strong> requirement for this role to have a<strong> </strong>qualification in Social Work, Probation Services or Professional Certificate in Effective Practice (PCEP). Consideration for candidates without qualification will only be on the basis of them being <strong>currently</strong> employed as a youth justice worker in another service and to have held that post for a minimum of 6 months. Candidates that do not meet this essential requirement will not be shortlisted. </li>\n<li>You are knowledgable about the Child First framework, trauma informed approaches,  relevant criminal youth justice legislation, National Standards for Children in Youth Justice and Youth Justice Board best practice guidance. </li>\n<li>You are familiar with Restorative Justice and the support that victims of crime need.</li>\n<li>You can relate and engage with children and families, who have often experienced trauma.</li>\n<li>You have experience of working with partners to improve outcomes for children.</li>\n<li>You are able to write in an analytical and critical way, interpreting and analysing facts to produce reports and assessments for different audiences.</li>\n<li>You will need to work to tight deadlines, in a fast paced, varied and rapidly changing environment and keep accurate and timely records.</li>\n<li>You will be dynamic, adaptable, resilient and responsive to change to legislation and guidance, the various aspects of your role and children's circumstances.</li>\n<li>You will have the experience of and ability to processing significant amount of written information (i.e. legislation, frameworks).</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Due to the requirements of the role, candidates will require a full driving licence and use of vehicle for business use. </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>Sunday 11th May 2025, 11pm</p>\n<p><strong>Shortlist:</strong> applicants will be notified if they have been shortlisted on Monday 12th May 2025.</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews</strong>: will take place on <strong>Wednesday 14th May 2025</strong>  at our office in Wokingham Town Centre. <strong>There will be no option for virtual interviews.</strong></p>\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>If you are interested in this role and would like further information or a discussion, please contact: Bea Nigolian <a href=\"mailto:bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk\">bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk</a></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.<strong>     </strong></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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Based at Reading Cemetery and Crematorium in hours and at 19 Bennet Road/home out of hours, the team will be responsible for undertaking the collection, <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>care, removal and transport of deceased patients following a community death. The service operates 24/7, 365 days per year.</p>\n<p><strong><br></strong>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.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the role:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Senior Body Collection Operative, you will be responsible for leading the team of Body Collection Operatives and for ensuring exceptional standards in maintaining the dignity and safe care of the deceased.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Main duties include:</strong></p>\n<p>- Ensuring adequate staffing on a rota to cover 24-hour, 365 day a year period</p>\n<p>- Provide professional advice, support and training to colleagues in sometimes challenging situations.</p>\n<p>- Maintain supplies, equipment and vehicles</p>\n<p>- Liaising and working in partnership with stakeholders of the service to ensure systems and processes are followed</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>The successful applicant will have significant experience of carrying out coronial removal work, or the transportation of the deceased for an organisation or funeral director. They will also have experience of leading and supervising a team as well as experience of commercial driving.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The ability to deal with the bereaved in a sensitive and tactful manner is essential as well as having the emotional resilience to cope with distressing and unpleasant scenes and situations. The successful applicants will also have the ability to carry out the physical aspect of the role, such as heavy lifting, pushing and pulling.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>These posts will be based in Reading, however you may be required to travel to various locations within Berkshire.  Flexibility over working hours and willingness to provide backfill in a rota which operates 24/7, 365 days per year is required. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of the onboarding process.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>You will 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 will also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place to live and work. <br><br>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> </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> </p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</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 are 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<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>Local Government Pension Scheme (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 - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and 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><strong>For more information on this position please contact Rhiannon Charnock – Principal Coroners Officer - </strong><a href=\"mailto:rhiannon.charnock@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>rhiannon.charnock@reading.gov.uk</strong></a> <strong> </strong></p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: Wednesday 14<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date:  To be confirmed</p>\n<p>                                   </p>\n<p>Please note that these dates are indicative at this stage and may be subject to change</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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. 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Within this position you will work within the relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies, and procedures to undertake assessments, reviews and support planning with individuals and their carers, whilst promoting well-being, independence and safety.</p>\n<p>You will support and enable people to identify their own needs and the outcomes they wish to achieve and to implement and review support plans to meet these needs and to liaise with other professional/agencies as required.</p>\n<p>You'll be joining a varied and supportive team who are passionate about young people and achieving the best outcomes to give them the best start into adulthood. </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits: </strong></p>\n<p>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:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), 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>⭐ Cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ Monthly Supervision</p>\n<p>⭐ Opportunities to apply to train as a Best Interest Assessor to support our young people</p>\n<p>⭐ Social Work Registration Paid</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess, review or reassess complex needs of customers and their carers, offering advice and guidance and access to support services in line with their eligible needs, with an emphasis on health, safety and wellbeing for vulnerable individuals and those that care for them.</li>\n<li>To adopt a strengths-based approach to the role and maintain a professional and respectful working relationship with individual customers and carers. To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural background and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are listened to and acknowledged</li>\n<li>To undertake risk assessments and formulate risk management plans, having regard for the safety of customers and others, whilst promoting independence and supporting positive risk enablement where appropriate.</li>\n<li>To identify and/or make enquiries concerning any allegations of potential abuse or neglect of adults with care and support needs with a view to the development and implementation of safeguarding plans which maintain their safety, and the safety of others, within the multi-agency safeguarding adults procedures.</li>\n<li>To interpret and analyse varied and complex information or situations and work with relevant others to create solutions</li>\n<li>To work collaboratively with individuals, their carers, families and other stakeholders to gather information for the purpose of assessing and reviewing the individual’s needs and in order to identify the best options available to meet the identified needs</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Qualified Social Worker </li>\n<li>Current registration to professional governing body - Social Work England</li>\n<li>Experience in a Social Care or health care environment</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience in undertaking assessment of complex needs</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience in interpreting and analysing varied and complex information to produce solutions</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, 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 informal discussion, contact Anita Davies, Lead Specialist Preparing for Adulthood Team Leader via email <a href=\"mailto:a.davies@wokingham.gov.uk\">a.davies@wokingham.gov.uk</a><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 25th May 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: W/C Monday 2nd June 2025</strong></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. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.</em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>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. </em><em>All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. </em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,511 - £47,754 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-04-24T10:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4558d402-709c-4d13-8392-528904959d56.png","score":2577.5547,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2c2b8646-57a7-45a5-ac3a-a7c82f56e9b3","title":"Social Worker - Hospital Team","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Our Adult Social Care service is composed of highly professional and supportive multidisciplinary teams.  We have a “can do” and “no wrong door” ethos.  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 currently have vacancies for experienced and motivated Social Workers within the Adult Social Care Hospital Team who can respond to general enquiries and crisis situations.  </p>\n<p>We are seeking candidates that are able to provide seven day service coverage, including weekends, based at acute hospitals on an adhoc basis as required.</p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p>You will be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with at least two years of experience working in statutory social services, typically within a local authority setting.</p>\n<p>You will bring excellent knowledge of best practice and legislation, and approach your work with professionalism, motivation, and a “can do” attitude.</p>\n<p>You will be committed to working in a strength-based, person-centred way to support people in achieving better outcomes and greater independence.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>Our Adult Social Care Hospital Team plays a vital role in supporting some of our most vulnerable residents to get their lives firmly back on track. We use a strength-based approach, placing the person at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p>Our social workers are given the time to build meaningful relationships and understand the individual needs of those they support—because we believe in working with people to change lives for the better.</p>\n<p>We are proud of the care we provide and the positive difference we make in our community. Integrated working is at the core of our practice. We work closely with health and community partners to ensure that people only go into hospital when absolutely necessary—and when they do, we help them return home as quickly and safely as possible. Our intermediate care and discharge-to-assess services are designed to keep people in their own homes, where they feel most comfortable and supported.</p>\n<p>Through regular multidisciplinary forums, our residents benefit from coordinated, holistic care that is responsive and seamless. We understand the pressures that can come with working in Adult Social Care, which is why we are deeply committed to supporting our staff. You will receive regular supervision, access to training and opportunities to grow and develop in your role. We actively listen to our team, encourage feedback, and value suggestions that help us improve the way we deliver services together.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Manage a caseload, organising and prioritising the workload effectively, with regular supervision and guidance.</li>\n<li>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, and to ensure people have the right care, at the right time in the right place.</li>\n<li>Take a strengths-based approach to support people to live the best life they can and reduce dependence on long term care.</li>\n<li>Support in delivering and maintaining high standards of performance across the service</li>\n<li>Work within allocated resources as set out in our scheme of delegation.</li>\n<li>Take an evidence-based approach to practice.</li>\n<li>Take an active part in your own supervision and appraisal in accordance with the departmental supervision policy and council's appraisal policy.</li>\n<li>Take responsibility for your own learning, including mandatory and recommended training,</li>\n<li>Lead on specific areas of work as required.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits…</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<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>\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<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 class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\" 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 Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 July 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. 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>Naveen Pulluru, Assistant Community Services Manager - Hospital Team: 01344 351860</p>\n<p>Or</p>\n<p>Leena Chand, Community Services Manager - Hospital Team: 01344 354468</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, young people 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>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":"£42,145 - £47,387FTE inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User allowance","publishDate":"2025-05-09T08:43:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-22T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2bf62aaf-e7ab-4a4b-be80-af4dbd22380c.jpg","score":2571.4756,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9e694e62-812a-42ac-8b73-a07be454b6c4","title":"Pastoral Support Assistant","employer":"Kedleston Group","department":"","location":"Hawley","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you passionate about supporting young minds and making a real difference in the classroom? 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You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.</p>\n<p>You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>\n<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Generous life cover</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p>\n<p>Hawley Woods School provides a specialist environment and support primarily for autistic children and those needing a similarly adapted approach with small classes of 6-8 pupils within our calm, nurturing setting. Our school caters for children from the age of 7 up to 16 years (Key Stages 2, 3 and 4). </p>\n<p>We help children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) who may be struggling to keep up with the pace of work, may be losing confidence, or struggling with the overwhelming sensory environment of their mainstream school. We also help children who have been out of education for a period of time, to positively re-engage in an education which takes into account any negative experiences they may have had in schools so far.\n</p>\n<p>Hawley Woods School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). 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This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.\n</p>\n<p>We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.</p>\n<p>teaching1002</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,563 (SCP4) - £28,354 (SCP6) per year","publishDate":"2025-05-02T04:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-30T21:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/25e215f5-6dad-4adb-a114-97eb8885a125.png","score":2473.1182,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"03122f52-e003-41af-8c2a-f83df78d193c","title":"Social Care Coordinator - Advice and Wellbeing Hub (OT Pathway)","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are currently seeking a dynamic Social Care Coordinator to join our Advice and Wellbeing Hub – Occupational Therapy Team.  We represent a Local Authority dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our community and residents.</p>\n<p><br>We are seeking an individual with outstanding communication abilities, adept at building and fostering relationships with <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>colleagues, service users, healthcare providers, and community networks. In the role of Social Care Coordinator at Reading Borough Council, you will play a crucial role within a friendly and cooperative team. You will collaborate with other Social Care Coordinators, Occupational Therapists, and professionals from the voluntary and community sector.<br><br>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We support hybrid working, it’s important to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees to excel and within this role you’ll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle.</p>\n<p><br><strong><b>The Advice and Wellbeing Hub </b></strong>(The Hub) aims to actively promote wellbeing and independence, supporting people to retain or regain their skills and confidence by using existing and new support networks, Technology Enabled Care (TEC), equipment and short-term interventions.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><b>About the Role:</b></strong><br>In the role of a Social Care Coordinator, your responsibilities will involve making home visits to individuals.  You will undertake non-complex assessments of people’s needs and develop and monitor plans in collaboration with service users themselves. The objective is to enhance their independence through a strengths-based methodology and a person-centred approach.<br><br></p>\n<p>You will hold a varied caseload and will be expected to work independently and to interpret and analyse varied information or situations and to produce solutions.</p>\n<p><br>You might evaluate and suggest basic equipment or TEC, support goal planning, offer short-term care or enablement, and work closely with care providers, Housing Services, healthcare peers, and the voluntary and community sector.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will also support the team’s Duty function triaging cases that come into the team with support from Occupational Therapists. <br><br>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies, and procedures.<br><br>Role requirements</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working with people</li>\n<li>Experience working within the Health or Adult Social Care</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>We offer excellent support, training, 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 skills. <br><br>When applying for this post, please ensure that your application explains, with examples, how you meet the person specification in the Job Description as this is the shortlisting criteria.</p>\n<p><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:<br><strong><b>Work Together as one team - </b></strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong><b>Drive Efficiency - </b></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><b>Be Ambitious - </b></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><b>Make a Difference to Reading - </b></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><br><strong><b>Our offer</b></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<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>Local Government Pension Scheme (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 - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and 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><strong><b>If you would like any more information, please contact Samantha Midwinter – OT Team Manager - </b></strong><span><a href=\"mailto:Samantha.midwinter@reading.gov.uk\"><strong><b>Samantha.midwinter@reading.gov.uk</b></strong></a></span><strong><b> Tel: 0118 937 3334<br></b></strong><br>Closing Date: Sunday 18<sup>th</sup> May 2025<br>Interview Date: To be confirmed<br><br>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.<br><br><strong>Visit: </strong><a href=\"https://moretoreading.co.uk/\"><strong>www.moretoreading.co.uk</strong></a><strong> to find out more about Reading’s Community & Adult Social Care Services. 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