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Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service. </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. Our responsibility is to deliver quality children's services, early help, education and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services in the borough.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">The Lodge Nursery</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The Lodge Day Nursery is a busy, popular and well-established nursery providing high quality, affordable and funded childcare to local families in the west of Reading. The nursery is set out over three rooms which connect to a private garden space. Our local community is diverse with children attending our setting from a range of different backgrounds and with many different languages represented. Our practitioners are completely focused on ensuring that all children achieve and have an equal chance of success in an environment which is inclusive, inspiring and nurturing.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The children are very important and so is our team. We work closely with our practitioners to ensure that they continue to learn, develop and share good practices.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We are currently looking for a Nursery manager who can provide professional leadership and management of the nursery to ensure a high quality, inclusive, sustainable service where parents, partners and the team are ambitious for the children and completely focused on their wellbeing and success.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The nursery manager is responsible for ensuring that all areas of the provision comply with legal requirements surrounding health and safety and Ofsted.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About Team/Role</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The role of the nursery manager is to.</p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Provide professional leadership and management of the nursery to ensure a high quality, inclusive, sustainable service where parents, partners and the team are ambitious for the children and completely focussed on their wellbeing and success.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Ensure that all areas of the provision comply with legal requirements surrounding health and safety and Ofsted.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Be responsible for the operational day to day management of the nursery and the strategic planning of the direction, delivery and performance with the service manager.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Lead on the development and delivery of a business plan which ensures a flexible, affordable and inclusive offer with a high-quality service which generates an income to ensure sustainability.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Maintain and develop strong links into local partnerships, strategies and policies representing the interests of the setting and children across a variety of sectors.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About you</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">You will be passionate and enthusiastic about providing an excellent early education with early identification of need, in order to ensure every child achieves their potential.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Applicants will have a Level 3 Early Years Qualification and evidence of ongoing professional development. You will also possess a degree related to early years and/or child development or work experience demonstrating a similar level of attainment.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">You will have leadership experience and be competent in managing an inclusive service for children and for supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">You will bring excellent interpersonal skills and experience of working in partnership with parents and involving them in supporting their child’s development.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">To must have thorough knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted standards in childcare settings, current legislation and processes in relation to safeguarding and child protection.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Our Offer</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Discounted Child Care (on site nursery)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Cycle to work scheme.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Season train ticket loans</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A range of local shopping discounts</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Remote/Agile working</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Inclusion and Diversity</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Asking for Adjustments</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let us know.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Closing date: 9th December 2024</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Interview date:  To be confirmed</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We look forward to hearing from you!</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,000 - £49,999","publishDate":"2024-11-21T15:41:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-09T15:41:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/616c2620-da93-4fa3-99f1-bbb50fc73138.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e49cb9b4-e184-42f1-ae50-1aaf9de1ed19","title":"Case Worker – Youth Justice Service","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About us</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy and successful lives.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">About the role</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Reading Youth Justice Service (YJS) is located within Brighter Futures for Children and has strong links with partner services working with children and young people. The YJS is seeking to recruit 2 permanent Caseworkers to our vibrant and dynamic team at Grade 6 level or above. We are seeking Youth Justice Case Workers who hold a recognised professional qualification and have significant experience of supporting children within the Youth Justice system. </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">You will need to have a proven ability to engage and support children and young people who have offended or are at risk of offending as well as good assessment and risk management skills. You will also need to be able to work flexibly in managing a varied caseload and will also need to be prepared to work some evenings/weekends occasionally. </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Role Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">To manage a caseload of children and young people, delivering child focussed interventions.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">To ensure appropriate assessments are undertaken with young people and to be able to prepare relevant reports of a high quality.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">To act as a Court Officer and attend as a representative of the Youth Justice Service.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">To work collaboratively with others in the YJS and partner agencies</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Essential Qualifications:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Relevant Professional Qualification e.g.  Social Work Qualification, Professional qualification in probation, Youth Justice Degree.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Essential knowledge, skills and experience:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Significant experience of working with children and young people in the Youth Justice System.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Experience of carrying out complex assessments of need and risk with children and young people.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Experience of Chairing multi–agency meetings and coordinating complex multi-agency work.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Managing high risk cases involving substantive work with families.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Knowledge of relevant legislation and initiatives in relation to working with children and young people.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\"></strong><strong class=\"customHTML\">Please include relevant information within the application form referencing qualifications gained.</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">For more information about the role, please read the job description and person specification.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Our offer</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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 class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Discounted Childcare (on site nursery)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Cycle to work scheme.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Season train ticket loans.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A range of local shopping discounts</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Inclusion and Diversity</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Asking for Adjustments</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let us know.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Closing date: 4th December 2024</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Interview date: 13th and 16th December.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We look forward to hearing from you!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,000 - £49,999","publishDate":"2024-11-14T09:57:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-04T09:57:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5efd4799-b583-4c03-abc7-ee145150e47b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"50bea8c1-190d-4250-9ffc-c865ef136e04","title":"Senior Educational Psychologists","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children/Reading Borough Council</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">2x Senior Educational Psychologists (SEPs) for Mental Health Support Team</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">1x Part time (0.7fte) one year contract (maternity cover)</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">1x Full time until end of June 2025 with possibility of extension</strong><strong class=\"customHTML\">, subject to funding review.<br class=\"customHTML\"></strong><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Previous SPA points will be honoured.</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About us</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy and successful lives.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Reading/BFfC is proud to be one of the first trailblazer sites for the Mental Health Support Teams (MHST), delivering evidence-based interventions aimed at improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people by either working directly with them or with their parents/carers.  Due to the success of our first team, we have recently expanded our service in Reading with a second MHST and a third team will launch in September 2025.  One position is being advertised for a Senior EP to cover maternity leave, and the other position is for a Senior EP to manage the newly expanded third MHST in Reading.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About the role </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">SEPs play a key role as members of the Mental Health Support Teams (MHST).  The role of the SEP in the MHST is to take a lead responsibility for line management and supervision of the team, to liaise with schools in regard to improving the quality of education and standards of attainment of pupils with social emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH) and to contribute to the development of the MHST.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The MHST delivers services to children, young people, their families and school staff via a combination of face-to-face visits to schools and also remotely via telephone and video calls.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">The </strong><strong class=\"customHTML\">Senior Educational Psychologist</strong> <strong class=\"customHTML\">will:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Lead the Reading/BFfC Mental Health Support Team and provide appraisal, supervision and day-to-day management.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Contribute to the improvement of the MHST, by taking account of its performance against agreed targets, standards, service level agreements and national statistics.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Help schools shape their development plans to cover target setting for improvements in pupil mental health and emotional wellbeing.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Manage and co-ordinate the allocation of work for Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) and other members of the team.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Contribute to whole school screening of emotional and mental health needs, and planning around individual, group and whole school approaches.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Coordinate the delivery of emotional/mental health support across the geographical area covered by the MHST.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Contribute to relevant training of Head Teachers, Teachers, SENCOs, Governors, etc. on relevant legislation, procedures and other relevant issues, organising and leading presentations and workshops as appropriate.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">The </strong><strong class=\"customHTML\">Senior Educational Psychologist</strong> <strong class=\"customHTML\">must have</strong>:</p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Post-graduate qualification in Educational Psychology, either Masters or Doctorate.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Health & Care Professionals Council (HCPC)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Experience of working as an Educational Psychologist with a local authority.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Experience of working in a range of educational settings across the age range.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Experience of working with children and young people with SEMH needs and a commitment and passion to improving the mental health of children and young people.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Knowledge, experience and/or qualifications in delivering cognitive behavioural therapy-based approaches.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Our offer</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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 class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Discounted Childcare (on site nursery).</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Cycle to work scheme.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Season train ticket loans.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A range of local shopping discounts</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A commitment to remote/Agile working</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Closing date:   24<sup class=\"customHTML\">th</sup> November 2024</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Shortlisting: 25/26<sup class=\"customHTML\">th</sup> November 2024</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Interview date: 3<sup class=\"customHTML\">rd</sup> December 2024 (online)</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Inclusion and Diversity</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Asking for Adjustments</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. 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We provide a home from home setting where children can make friends and feel safe.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About the role</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We aspire for all our children and young people to have opportunities and experiences that enhance their lives. Our aim is to empower young people to achieve and develop skills that will give them a solid foundation to succeed. We further aim to promote social inclusion to access everyday opportunities and community participation.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About you</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">You will already have a Level 3 in children and young people’s residential care pathway or equivalent qualification or be able to demonstrate a willingness and ability to achieve this within the first 2 years of employment through an apprenticeship.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Experience in working with young people with disabilities in residential childcare or in a similar caring environment is preferred. Ongoing development and training will be provided.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">You will be passionate in providing care to children and offer a child-centred approach and have an understanding of the needs of children and young people with disabilities. You will be enthusiastic and creative and be able to work effectively as part of a team and also use your own initiative when required within the policies, procedures and guidelines. You will be expected to have good written and verbal communication skills, basic IT skills and produce clear legible reports.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">The ability to provide individualised care to young people and to communicate and foster positive relationships with children, staff, families and other professionals is essential.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our organisation, Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy and successful lives.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Our offer</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">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.  We offer work sponsorship for overseas applicants and a relocation package.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Local Government Pension Scheme - includes generous employer contribution.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Discounted Child Care (on site nursery)</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Cycle to work scheme.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Season train ticket loans</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A range of local shopping discounts</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Please note that these dates are indicative at this stage and may be subject to change.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Inclusion and Diversity</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Asking for Adjustments</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. 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The Lodge Nursery Manager

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£40,000 - £49,999

Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading (Hybrid)

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