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Bracknell Forest Council is seeking a Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service to oversee the delivery and coordination of statutory social care during out-of-hours operations across all six unitary authorities of Berkshire. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of diverse community needs and the ability to manage complex service delivery for a large and varied population.</p>\n<h3>About You</h3>\n<p>You will have a social work qualification with valid Social Work England registration, as well as extensive experience of legislation, policy and statutory requirements relating to Children, Adults, Mental Health and Housing.</p>\n<p>You will also have a track record of achievement at senior management level and experience of operational services in a large complex social care, health or other relevant setting. </p>\n<h3>About the Team</h3>\n<p>We are deeply committed to the wellbeing of Berkshire residents, and our dedicated out-of-hours social care team plays a crucial role in safeguarding some of our most vulnerable community members. Our specialist team includes Approved Mental Health Professionals, Senior Social Workers (Children’s Services), Adult Safeguarding Care Coordinators and Call Screening Officers. Collaborating closely with health professionals, the police, and families, we provide vital support and intervention for individuals facing social care crises outside regular hours.</p>\n<p>The Berkshire Emergency Duty Service (hosted by Bracknell Forest Council) provides unique, out-of-hours emergency social care across the entire Berkshire region. We take pride in our community, the care we deliver and the meaningful partnerships we have built with key stakeholders. However, we are always striving to improve, giving our team the time, support and resources to do their best work while also shaping the future of the service. </p>\n<p>This is an exciting time to join the team. Following a recent service restructuring, EDS has been recognised as a safe and effective service that safeguards children and vulnerable adults, earning positive feedback from Ofsted and CQC. Our team is a diverse group of highly skilled professionals, each an expert in their respective fields, working together to deliver expert crisis intervention and specialised social care.</p>\n<p>If you are looking for an opportunity to work alongside outstanding colleagues, make a tangible difference and drive innovative approaches to social care, this is your chance to leave a lasting mark.</p>\n<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead the Emergency Duty Service (EDS) in fulfilling duties under the Children Act 1989 and associated legislation.</li>\n<li>Provide leadership for Mental Health services for both children and adults, ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007) and relevant case law.</li>\n<li>Deliver Adult Social Care services in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.</li>\n<li>Oversee out-of-hours housing and homelessness services as stipulated in the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li>\n<li>Manage the provision of an out-of-hours Appropriate Adult service for young people and vulnerable adults in police custody.</li>\n<li>Provide expert strategic leadership on statutory functions and professional practice in relation to both vulnerable children and adults.</li>\n<li>Support the transformation of the Emergency Duty Service to deliver improvements and efficiencies.</li>\n<li>Develop and implement strategic and operational plans in collaboration with service colleagues and senior leaders.</li>\n<li>Make independent decisions impacting daily operations and strategic direction.</li>\n<li>Ensure the service is adequately staffed 24/7 and meets all contractual arrangements, regulations and health and safety requirements.</li>\n<li>Successful management of significant organisational change, including culture change, change management programs and project management.</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>Hybrid and flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.</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>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.<strong> </strong>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our Values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<h4>Our support</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Why Join Us?</h3>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and adults. 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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. 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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":"£51,710 - £52,764 per annum (includes £3k Market Supplement)","publishDate":"2025-04-10T14:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6b241f07-92f2-4978-b9bd-1eeb3514fb47.png","score":4847.457,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1637b88c-3ce1-46d4-accc-67970439bd6b","title":"Waste & Recycling Administrator","employer":"Guildford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Woking Road Depot, Woking Road, Guildford GU1 1QE","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"job_summary\">\n<p>The Waste Strategy and Technical Support team works across our in-house waste operations (domestic and commercial), street cleaning and fleets departments. We improve the Council’s operational services and support business as usual activity. We focus on supporting, developing and delivering initiatives that improve council operations cost efficiency and deliver performance improvements in nationally reported KPI’s. We also develop and deliver income generation programmes.  An opportunity has arisen to work with the Waste Strategy and Technical Support team to provide critical administration to various teams in Environmental Services, with a focus on Commercial Waste.</p>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"item0\">Job Profile</h2>\n<p>We're looking for a candidate with great communication and customer management skills with operational service delivery experience. They should have an understanding of waste management and an awareness of equality and diversity and how it may impact on a customers ability to access information and services. They should also hold a minimum of GCSE Maths and English (Grade A-C) or equivalent.</p>\n<p>This role will cover a range of tasks including</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Responding to customer queries</li>\n<li>Checking operative jobs and entering relevant details onto our Salesforce and Bartec based systems</li>\n<li>Identifying customer requirements and administering contracts</li>\n<li>Supporting supervisors with training records and other related administration</li>\n<li>Processing invoices and sales orders using our Business World finance system</li>\n<li>Providing general administrative support to a range of services including Fleets, Waste Operations and Street Cleaning.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The successful candidate will gain benefit from flexi working hours and the local government pension scheme.</p>\n<p><strong>This role is based at Woking Road Depot, GU1 1QE. All functions at this depot, including this role, will be moving to a newly developed depot on Slyfield Industrial Estate during 2026.</strong></p>\n<p>All applications require a completed application form. A CV alone will not be accepted.</p>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities.  All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.</p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. 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Knowledge of SIMS and FMS would be an advantage however training would be provided.  </span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>Key Responsibilities:</span></b></div>\n<div><span>• Manage general office administration tasks including typing, email management, photocopying, data entry, and message delivery.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Keep the school website up-to-date and encourage community engagement.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Maintain accurate records of pupil attendance and manage parental visits.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Maintain and update pupil and staff records using SIMs and other systems.</span></div>\n<div><span>• Assist with financial tasks such as processing purchase orders, invoices, and handling school finances.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Manor Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Our School/Finance Administrator will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling confidential information with discretion.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Be part of a supportive and inclusive school community and make a positive impact on the lives of our pupils and their families.</span></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><b><span>For more information and to receive an application pack please telephone the school on 0118 9 37 5495 or email <a href=\"mailto:admin@manor.reading.sch.uk\">admin@manor.reading.sch.uk</a> </span></b></div>\n<div><b><span> </span></b></div>\n<div><b><span>You can also download an application form from our website - <a href=\"http://www.manorprimary.net\">www.manorprimary.net</a></span></b></div>\n<div><span> </span></div>\n<div><span>Please do not send a CV. 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(Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Tuesday 27 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>Oliver May, Strategic Lead SEN Specialist Support Services: 01344 354213</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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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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You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service) (pro rata), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dealing with resident and customer enquiries in relation to Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction and Council Tax via phone, email and face to face contact</li>\n<li>Support the operation of the service and take ownership for processes and procedures using best practice from others where appropriate.</li>\n<li>Lead on the concessionary fares & Local Welfare Provision application processes.</li>\n<li>Dealing with the more complex customer issues and support & mentor Advisors to develop their skills and practice</li>\n<li>Assisting with the effective monitoring and review mechanisms to ensure continuous improvement in delivery of services.</li>\n<li>Support the administration of Housing Benefit & Council Tax Reduction claims and re-assessments.</li>\n<li>Make complex autonomous decisions with confidence and professionalism</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Verbal, written communication skills</li>\n<li>Experience of working within a front facing Welfare Benefits Environment</li>\n<li>Proficient ICT skills and use of Microsoft packages</li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of Welfare Benefits</li>\n<li>Ability to listen, extract and assess important information</li>\n<li>Ability to make appropriate complex decisions with autonomy and confidence</li>\n<li>Supervisory experience (desirable)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our area:</strong></p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today.</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact andrea.thorne@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing: Wednesday 4th June 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: 13th June 2025</strong></p>\n<p>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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. 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We're looking for a Valuation Surveyor with strong <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>technical skills and a collaborative mindset to help shape the future of our corporate property portfolio.   We manage a diverse property portfolio, maximizing the use and value of all property assets. <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><br>We’re fully committed to flexible working hours and within this role you will also have the opportunity to work largely from home, subject to service needs. </p>\n<p><strong><br>About the role:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Valuation Surveyor, you’ll deliver high-quality property valuations and estates management services across a varied portfolio including commercial, residential and operational property. <br><br>You’ll support disposals and acquisitions, lead landlord and tenant negotiations, and advise on development, viability, and regeneration schemes. It’s an opportunity to help maximise value from public assets while supporting key local priorities.<br><br>A pool car will be available when required to go out and complete site inspections around the Reading Borough.<br><br><strong>Key areas of responsibility include:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Valuation Surveyor, you will play a crucial role in managing the Council’s property portfolio. <br><br>Your responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conducting valuations for various purposes, including asset valuations, insurance valuations, and planning viability appraisals.</li>\n<li>Negotiating terms and managing the disposal and acquisition of land/buildings.</li>\n<li>Managing income-generating assets for investment purposes.</li>\n<li>Undertaking Landlord & Tenant work, including lettings, reviews, and renewals.</li>\n<li>Providing property advice and preparing reports for Councillors and Officers.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>We’re looking for someone with experience of dealing with a broad spectrum of different property types, including commercial, residential and rural property valuations. 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Commercial awareness and approach, recognising the importance of value for money in all Council activity</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and negotiating skills with the ability to present complex issues in a simple and easy to understand way for internal and external audiences</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chartered surveyor or equivalent</li>\n<li>Registered Valuer</li>\n<li>Significant post qualification experience</li>\n<li>Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)</li>\n</ul>\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. <br><br>Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: </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. 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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><br>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. <em>Annual leave will be pro-rata due to role being part time.</em>\n</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities include working from home with some office attendance when required to meet the requirement of the position. Meeting the core hours requirement and completing the required contractual hours within a flexible agreement with the <span>Strategic Assets Portfolio Manager (School Pick up time or similar can be accommodated)</span>\n</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. 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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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A Head of Service oversees all work and responsibilities of the Living Well Service.</p>\n<p><br>PDOP is a multi-disciplinary team comprised of Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Social Care Co-ordinators we provide the next step in assessment and support planning to people who are 18 years and over and have a long-term physical disability or are over 65 years old.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Team Vision:</p>\n<p>‘To maximise the quality of life of Reading residents who have a long-term physical disability or are over 65 years of age and have care act eligible needs using a strength based and problem solving approach.’</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><b>About the Role: </b></p>\n<p>The team is focused on supporting people who require unplanned reviews of their existing care and support, or who have been identified by the Advice and Well Being Hub in need of ongoing care and support.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>We operate and adhere to the legal framework for adults; Care Act 2014, MCA 2005, DoLS, 2008 (and where appropriate Mental Health Act 1983 (2007), and work alongside Moving and Handling guidance; and BAOT’s code of ethics. We pride ourselves in working with people in a strengths-based way to; promote wellbeing, rights and independence, prevent the need for care and bring about timely interventions with positive outcomes.</p>\n<p><br>Our aim is to be a high performing, efficient, multidisciplinary team focusing on TEAM Reading values that supports and values staff and the skills and diversity they bring to the team.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents of Reading. Using a strengths-based approach and your unique OT skill set you will support individuals with long term physical disabilities and the elderly population of Reading, to find solutions, promote wellbeing and healthy occupations through a variety of interventions including provision of equipment, adaptations, moving and handling, goal planning, risk assessments. You will work closely with care providers, Housing Services and Health colleagues. You will work within legal frameworks and Reading Borough Council’s guidance, policies, and procedures.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>You will need to:</p>\n<p>· Have a degree in Occupational Therapy</p>\n<p>· Be Registered with HCPC</p>\n<p>· Community experience is helpful but not essential</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>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 professional skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio and supporting you to grow as an Occupational Therapist.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. 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</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>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</p>\n<p>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</p>\n<p>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</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><b>Our offer:</b></p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<p>· 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</p>\n<p>· Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</p>\n<p>· A wide range of flexible working opportunities</p>\n<p>· Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</p>\n<p>· Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</p>\n<p>· On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</p>\n<p>· Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</p>\n<p>· 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</p>\n<p>· Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Closing date: Applications reviewed upon submission Interview date: To be confirmed</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><b>If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Pip Durant (PDOP Team Manager) on 07815 701 876 or <a href=\"mailto:pippa.durant@reading.gov.uk\">pippa.durant@reading.gov.uk </a></b></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. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Visit: www.moretoreading.co.uk 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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Occupational Therapists)","publishDate":"2025-04-24T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6ff6cb33-8f7a-4903-bfc8-5e29dcab310b.png","score":2653.9167,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8276ad16-50f2-4c9b-bc49-75e249030181","title":"Floor Layer - Housing Repairs Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Full time 37 Hours per week – Fixed term for 23 months<br><br>Are you an experienced Floor Layer with a wide range of skills? Join our proactive and professional maintenance team at Reading Borough Council! As a Floor Layer, you will provide a comprehensive and quality service. You will undertake floor laying in various buildings, houses, flats, and maisonettes <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>owned or managed by the Council.<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><strong><b><br>About the Role:<br></b></strong>The role will be based at our Bennet Road depot – <strong><b>19 Bennet Road, Reading, RG2 0QX.<br></b></strong><br>You will carry out floor laying and associated repair works safely and effectively, using a variety of floor coverings including vinyl flooring and laminate flooring. This includes assessing the materials needed, obtaining them from main stores or suppliers, and seeking approval for repairs that exceed specified work orders. <br><br>Your work will primarily be in occupied properties, so it's essential to exercise care to avoid damage to occupants' property and treat all customers (tenants) with courtesy and respect.<br><br>Upon completion of work or at the end of shifts, you will ensure that sites are properly tidied up, with all waste materials removed and disposed of according to instructions. You will complete service sheets, orders, and time sheets legibly and promptly, and carry out all work in accordance with current codes of safe working practice, legislation, and Health and Safety regulations. Wearing the Council uniform and carrying ID cards at all times is mandatory.<br><br>Additionally, you will improve the quality of services to customers/clients, achieve minute targets/job counts set under the Pay and Productivity Scheme, and identify any additional work required. You will manage your workload, tools, and materials to maximize quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. <br><br>This role also requires availability for emergency call-out as part of a rota system for out-of-hours emergencies.</p>\n<p><strong><b><br>Requirements:</b></strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>City and Guilds or NVQ in Floorcovering with demonstrable experience in a range of flooring skills.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Building Trades/Construction.</li>\n<li>Experience in refurbishment and repairs within the general building business.</li>\n<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Skilled in installing various flooring systems and preparing subfloors.</li>\n<li>Excellent customer care and communication skills.</li>\n<li>Full current driving licence.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. <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. <br><br>Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:</p>\n<p><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>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><strong><b><br>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Sean Donaghue - Assistant Housing Repairs & Maintenance Manager - </b></strong><span><a href=\"mailto:sean.donaghue@reading.gov.uk\"><strong><b>sean.donaghue@reading.gov.uk</b></strong></a></span><br><br>Closing Date: Sunday 25<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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,293 - £35,235 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-02T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/409a3a56-56e7-4dbb-b4be-c20c0136110d.png","score":2619.285,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8ee6551c-35f4-4e32-a4ec-8ea27baa20d5","title":"Senior Body Collection Operative","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>The Berkshire Coroner's Service investigates sudden, violent and unnatural deaths across Berkshire. Hosted by Reading Borough Council, the body removal team is a service within the wider coroners’ team. 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. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,654 to £35,235 Per year","publishDate":"2025-05-01T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/fefd6364-a12a-4885-82b4-000b27a257ed.png","score":2587.165,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"762eba05-69e8-48ff-8d2e-03f32f35a8a0","title":"Senior Social Worker – Adult Safeguarding Hub","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End/Home Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p>The Adult Safeguarding Hub is recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to join the Wokingham Adult Safeguarding Hub.</p>\n<p>We are looking for a Registered Senior Social Worker, with demonstrable experience of working in an Adult Safeguarding context under the Care Act 2014. 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. 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":"£51,710 - £52,764 Per Annum (Including £3000 Market Supplement), Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-03-11T15:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e1febd97-2069-4ce7-a11f-bac2504af820.png","score":2549.9453,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"81502b92-5d6e-450d-b7d6-f12a39f0e3f1","title":"Children's Social Worker - Referral & Assessment Team","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End/Home Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Wokingham Children’s Services </strong>are looking to recruit an<strong> Experienced Social Worker </strong>in the<strong> Referral & Assessment Team </strong>on a<strong> Permanent Basis.</strong></p>\n<p>The Referral and Assessment Team is a fast-paced team that works closely with the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub, Helping Early Service and the Children’s Safeguarding Social Work teams within Children’s services<em>.  </em></p>\n<p>As a Social Worker in the Referral & Assessment Team you will speak to children and their families and other involved professionals to complete assessments which will identify relevant support needed in a timely manner.</p>\n<p>The goal of the Referral & Assessment team is to work in partnership with children and the important people in their lives to understand more about the support families may need to safely and effectively parent. Our aim is to identify where this support can be obtained, be that through further social work support alongside a family’s naturally connected networks or other community-based services.</p>\n<p>Your work will include assessments, and child protection enquiries. It may also include court proceedings work including applications in care proceedings and section 7 reports. </p>\n<p><strong>The Social Worker role </strong></p>\n<p>You will work as part of a dynamic and fast paced team and be able to demonstrate the ability to multi-task, work collaboratively with stakeholders, and exhibit resilience. The right candidate will work effectively with colleagues alongside representatives from partner agencies, to ensure the child’s voice is evident throughout the work completed.</p>\n<p>You will need to have great inter-personal skills, excellent recording skills, and a sound knowledge of children’s legislation and thresholds.</p>\n<p>The Referral & Assessment Team are currently working 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. </p>\n<p>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. We welcome creative individuals who are keen to make a difference by finding supportive solutions for our most vulnerable children.</p>\n<p>The Social Workers in our Referral and Assessment Team benefit from regular in-depth supervision, supportive peers and an energetic team spirit.</p>\n<p><strong>What we can offer you:-</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Manageable caseloads and supportive management</li>\n<li>Excellent Learning & Development and Career Progression programme</li>\n<li>Generous Annual Leave allowance (minimum of 28 days; with additional days added according to seniority and length of continuous service)</li>\n<li>Flexible working environment</li>\n<li>Enhanced Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n<li>A number of discount and benefit schemes locally and nationally</li>\n</ul>\n<p>For more information or an informal discussion about the role please contact either Team Manager, Alison Miller at <a href=\"mailto:alison.miller@wokingham.gov.uk\">alison.miller@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Recruitment & Retention Specialist, Alix Williams at <a href=\"mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk\">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>This vacancy will close: 1st June at 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews will take place on: In person in Wokingham. 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All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.</p>\n<p>WBC is an equal opportunities employer.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£44,511 - £50,754 (includes £3k Market Supplement) Per Annum","publishDate":"2025-05-07T16:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/004b7b9f-2882-4bf6-aa64-ec1008ce065c.png","score":2457.7424,"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. You will also provide advice and guidance as well as access to support services in line with their eligible needs.</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 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. 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. </em></p>\n<p><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":"£51,710 - £52,764 Per Annum (Including £3000 Market Supplement), Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-04-14T10:51:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/67521a91-a9c3-45f2-8c37-8bab17c64a97.png","score":2420.278,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fed003cd-aec2-46fc-81ae-642acaf1064a","title":"Cleaning Operative - Building Cleaning Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p><b>Part Time - 10 Hours per week - Permanent</b><br><br>We are looking for a part time - 10 hours per week Cleaning Operative.  It’s an exciting time for our Building Cleaning Team, we are looking for a responsible, reliable person to undertake the duties of a Cleaning Operative. <br><br></p>\n<p>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>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><strong>About the role:<br>You will be required to work at our Bennet Road Depot - 19 Bennet Road, Reading, RG2 0QX. The hours will be 2 hours a day to be completed between 3.00pm and 6.00pm - Monday – Friday.</strong></p>\n<p><br>As the Cleaning Operative you will be required to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within Reading Borough Council properties in accordance with service and/or client specifications, to ensure and provide a clean, safe, and hygienic environment, to help ensure an effective and efficient operation of cleaning services.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Duties will include:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide the highest level of cleaning service as instructed by Cleaning Operative Supervisor in line with the service and/or client specifications and maintain the standards.</li>\n<li>To provide a range of general cleaning services to a wide range of facilities, including toilets, offices, meeting rooms and housing stocks etc by washing, mopping, dusting, polishing, vacuum cleaning and sweeping, as appropriate.</li>\n<li>To follow all relevant Health & Safety rules and guidelines, e.g. wearing protective clothing in accordance with COSHH.</li>\n<li>To report maintenance issues promptly to Cleaning Operative Supervisor.</li>\n<li>To maintain an adequate stock of consumables in washrooms and breakout areas.</li>\n<li>To participate in staff meetings.</li>\n<li>To participate in training activities essential and appropriate to the role.</li>\n<li>Any other duties appropriate to the post as required.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> <strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and timekeeping. You’ll need to be confident working on your own initiative, able to prioritise your workload, and flexible in supporting other functions when needed. <br><br>Strong communication skills are essential, including the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English. You should also be able to build positive working relationships and bring a team-focused attitude. <br><br>If you take ownership of your work, follow tasks through to completion, and value a collaborative, respectful working environment, we’d love to hear from you.<br><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. 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>Our 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 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>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<li>Onsite parking</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Carolyn Leakey – Cleaning Manager – </strong><a href=\"mailto:carolyn.leakey@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>carolyn.leakey@reading.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> <br><br></strong></p>\n<p>Closing Date: 11<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date: To be confirmed</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. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Actual Pro Rata Salary -£6,570 - £6,700","publishDate":"2025-04-30T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/729ea3eb-0b63-4ef4-a4ba-775890d4d30f.png","score":2370.911,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0317f8c0-0abd-48ff-acc6-5f80b02f7217","title":"Administrator CDOP (Child Death Overview Panel) (part time 22 hrs/pw)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<p>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 understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependant on the needs of the service.</p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p>The Pan Berkshire Child Death Overview Panel (CDOP) requires a competent administrator to join a small, friendly and efficient team who work closely to manage the child death review process.  You will need to collate data on each child, meet deadlines and maintain standards relating to administrative processes. You will be expected to work without direct supervision at times, whilst dealing with material, the content of which will require a very high degree of emotional resilience and confidentiality at all times.  We are looking for someone with well-developed inter-personal skills who enjoys working as a team member as well as independently.  You must be able to work proactively and enthusiastically to support the team.</p>\n<p>There is a degree of unpredictability of service need and the post holder must be adaptable and flexible.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>Since 1st April 2008 there has been a legal requirement that Child Death Overview Panels (CDOPs) conduct a review for all child deaths aged 0-17 years who reside in their area.</p>\n<p>The job of CDOP is to look at the circumstances around the child and determine what can be learned to prevent further deaths and better support families and communities affected by the death of a child. </p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Utilise excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with a wide range of people at all levels and external agencies.</li>\n<li>Open all descriptions of mail and distribute/dispatch accordingly, ensuring appropriate action is taken with high priority material.</li>\n<li>Daily use of eCDOP: a web-based tool used in the management of the child death process. This will involve the processing of child death notifications, requesting information from a variety of agencies requiring influence and tenacity; liaising with QES who host eCDOP regarding updates: fixing user problems and making suggestions for improvement.  Ad-hoc training of users may also be required.</li>\n<li>General administrative duties with administrative support for the arrangement of conferences and CDOP meetings, taking minutes and circulating them.</li>\n<li>Assist in the preparation and production of reports for the CDOP as required.</li>\n<li>Compilation of the CDOP newsletter and update of the CDOP website.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits… </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>Hybrid 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 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 29th 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>Lorna Tunstall - Pan Berkshire CDOP Coordinator</p>\n<p>Tel: Number: 01344 352817</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><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,889 to £29,330 FTE inclusive of £706 LWA (pro rata for 22 hrs p/w £15,392 - £17,438 inclusive of £419 LWA)","publishDate":"2025-04-25T08:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9d4b2700-028a-464f-bf5e-4199395166a8.jpg","score":2367.4197,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"57818e97-4836-4c05-b9f3-325c4d8c8570","title":"Social Worker - Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to come and join the Learning Disability and Autism Team within our Adult Social Care team here at Reading Borough Council.  Wherever you are in your own career journey, we’re committed to offering the support and development you need.<br> </p>\n<p>Working as a Social Worker for Reading Borough Council you will be part of <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>a friendly and supporting team.  We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, services users and health care providers.</p>\n<p> <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>We are seeking applications from newly qualified (ASYE) and experienced Social Workers. <span>(£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Worker)</span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To complete timely Care Act assessments for our higher intense case management with a strength-based focus, delivering positive outcomes for the individuals of Reading</li>\n<li>To complete post discharge reviews ensuring that care plans are accurate, and individuals eligible needs are being met</li>\n<li>To promote the use of direct payments to give individuals the flexibility in how they meet their needs.</li>\n<li>To promote a reablement focus for all individuals that are referred to adult social care</li>\n<li>To work with all families and carers ensuring that carers assessments are completed to promote support to individuals with a caring role.</li>\n<li>To develop close and effective relationships with providers, community voluntary services, and health professionals.</li>\n<li>To complete Mental Capacity Act Assessments to a high standard</li>\n<li>Undertake community DOLs and prepare records for Court of Protection</li>\n<li>To be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Team Objectives:</strong></p>\n<p>The Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Team works closely with other teams in Adult Services who are involved with the delivery of Adult Social Care.  <br><br>We work closely within individuals from transitions to adulthood and older age. We promote a strength base ethos to other the best outcomes for the individuals that we work with.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our aim is to be a high performing, efficient, multidisciplinary team with a clear Team purpose and values that supports staff and values the skills and diversity within and around the team.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents.<br><br></p>\n<p>This post offers opportunities to improve your skills and experience in Adult Social Care with high quality, client-led, interventions to service users in their own homes, in a friendly and supportive team.<br><br>You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures.<br><br></p>\n<p><b>You will need to have:</b></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</li>\n<li>Understanding of The Autism Act 2009</li>\n<li>Understanding of Better care for people with a learning disability and people with autism.</li>\n<li>Other legislation linked to Autism and Learning Disability</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 new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker.<br><br>We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support.<br><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> </p>\n<p><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 33 days after 10 years' service, 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<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</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date: Applications reviewed upon submission<br>Interview date: To be confirmed<br><br></p>\n<p><strong>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 </strong><a href=\"mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk\">louise.mole@reading.gov.uk</a> <br> </p>\n<p>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. 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We are seeking talented individuals to join our innovative team and contribute to ground breaking projects. <br><br>If you are ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic and supportive team then join our Corporate <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span><span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>Property Services Team where we provide in-house design, surveying, MEP consultancy, and project management services. We manage building construction, refurbishment, and repairs contracts, delivering both capital projects and planned and reactive maintenance to our Corporate, Community, and School buildings.<br><br>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. 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You will engage and liaise with stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.<br><br>Key areas of responsibility include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Procurement: </strong>Manage services and works contracts as required.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Surveys: </strong>Conduct measured and structural surveys of properties.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Technical Documentation: </strong>Prepare technical specifications, schedules of work, and tender documents.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Design: </strong>Create architectural designs using AutoCAD software.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Compliance: </strong>Ensure projects comply with Health and Safety and CDM Regulations.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Refurbishment: </strong>Deliver stock condition surveys and building refurbishment works, including Health & Safety improvements.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone with the expertise to provide comprehensive professional and technical services for maintenance, refurbishment, improvement, and new build schemes. <br><br>The ideal candidate will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Qualifications: </strong>Degree in a construction industry qualification or HNC in Construction with post-qualification experience.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Communication Skills: </strong>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Knowledge: </strong>Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of construction and best practices.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Project Management: </strong>Experience in project management and understanding of project/programme management methodologies.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong><br></strong>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.  <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><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. 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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><br>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><br><strong>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Yvonne Mubanga - Strategic Property Services Manager: <a href=\"mailto:Yvonne.mubanga@reading.gov.uk\">Yvonne.mubanga@reading.gov.uk</a> </strong></p>\n<p><br>Closing Date: Tuesday 13<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p>Interview Date: TBC </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. 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