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You will have experience in supporting children with disabilities and their families and be equipped to understand their unique needs by conducting assessments and developing care plans. The ability to manage competing demands while prioritising those children who are most vulnerable will be essential, to ensure they receive the care and attention they deserve. You will also have in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, including safeguarding and child protection protocols, which will guide your practice. </p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p class=\"\">We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. Our leadership team knows that it is essential for Social Workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best workers they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging. </p>\n<p>The Children's Specialist Support Team is a multi-professional service delivering a \"right help at the right time\" approach, to children with disabilities and their families.​ Our team supports children and young people up to the age of 18 with a variety of disabilities and complex needs. </p>\n<p>We are an experienced, friendly and supportive team who focus on ensuring that children are at the centre of all we do. We provide a range of services for children with additional needs and those who are assessed to have additional vulnerability. This includes the council’s statutory responsibilities for disabled Children in Need in the community (including care packages and short breaks). Partnership and collaborative working is the key to our success as our service covers a wide breadth of work with children with disabilities, occupational therapy, short breaks (including Larchwood - our short break respite unit) and taking a child first and social model approach.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>You will be responsible for a caseload of children with disabilities, including Children in Need, children subject to Child Protection Plans, Children in Care and those where care proceedings have been initiated. You will play a crucial role in conducting assessments, developing care plans and ensuring the delivery of appropriate services to meet the individual needs of each child.</p>\n<p>Please refer to the attached job description for further details.</p>\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 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>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.</p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Candidates will be shortlisted on weekly basis and we reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been found. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</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>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>Catherine Lloyd, Team Manager, Catherine.Lloyd@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</p>\n<p>or</p>\n<p>Benigna Amago, Assistant Team Manager, Benigna.Amago@bracknell-forest.gov.uk </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council</p>\n<p><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. 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Dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, the team strives to keep families together whenever it is safe to do so. With a strong focus on providing both high support and high challenge, the team enables you to deliver your best to the families who need it most.</p>\n<p>The team focuses on longer term intervention, following transfer from our front door we undertake statutory social work interventions, including child in need, child protection, CLA and court proceedings.</p>\n<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>\n<p>You will be supported to carry out the specific duties and responsibilities of the job, which includes:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Managing a team of staff, including recruitment/retention, induction, training and development, performance support and management, disciplinary/capability, and succession planning.</li>\n<li>Chair Pre-Proceedings meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate threshold decision and planning</li>\n<li>Managing care proceedings and Pre-Proceedings ensuring that permanency for children is considered and timely.</li>\n<li>Promoting listening to children and young people at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner.</li>\n<li>Actively engage with parents and carers so that their views contribute to service improvement, including responding to complaints and feedback.</li>\n<li>Leading within a secure base model and to support and encourage a culture where good social work practice can flourish. 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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<h4>Our Values</h4>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h4>Interview date </h4>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 30<sup>th</sup> April 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<h4>Want to ask us a question?</h4>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Cheryl Perry, Team Manager - Family Safeguarding: <a href=\"mailto:Cheryl.perry@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Cheryl.perry@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£60,866 - £63,003 inclusive of £706 London Weighting and £963 ECU. 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You'll:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead the strategic development of our CRM system, at a time where we’re just about to upgrade, bringing in AI capabilities</li>\n<li>Bridge technology and human needs, creating services that genuinely work for our residents and colleagues</li>\n<li>Nurture a collaborative team that turns innovative ideas into practical digital experiences</li>\n<li>Simplify complex processes, making it easy for our communities and efficient for the council</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Your Impact Matters</strong></p>\n<p>Every system you improve, every process you streamline directly supports:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Frontline staff delivering critical local services</li>\n<li>Residents accessing support more easily</li>\n<li>The council's ability to respond effectively to community and organisation needs</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This role is critical in supporting our comprehensive digital approach that streamlines customer interactions, reduces manual processes, and creates a more responsive, user-centric local government experience through intelligent and thoughtful technology implementation and continuous improvement.</p>\n<p>Additionally, the role encompasses leading and developing the CRM product team, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and high performance to support the council's digital objectives.</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>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more!</p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stakeholder and supplier management - proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaborative relationships. Manage the CRM solution supplier, facilitate cross-sector knowledge sharing, and maintain transparent communication about product development progress.</li>\n<li>Governance and compliance - implement robust governance frameworks that ensure regulatory compliance and best practices in digital design and delivery.</li>\n<li>Product strategy and roadmap - develop and drive the strategic vision for the CRM system, creating a comprehensive roadmap that aligns with the Council's digital innovation and transformation objectives.</li>\n<li>Technical project management - lead and oversee technical CRM projects through their full lifecycle, from inception to delivery and benefits realisation. Demonstrate strong capabilities in managing technical dependencies, resource allocation, and risk mitigation while maintaining focus on business outcomes.</li>\n<li>Team management and development - lead the CRM product team by creating a collaborative, innovative environment that supports professional growth and digital transformation. Foster a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and high performance aligned with council objectives and ways of working.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Demonstrable track record of successful CRM product ownership</li>\n<li>Substantial knowledge of UK local government digital services</li>\n<li>In-depth knowledge of CRM capabilities</li>\n<li>Experienced in managing and developing teams in digital environments</li>\n<li>Skilled in stakeholder management</li>\n<li>The ability to travel to various locations within and outside the borough of Wokingham. Occasional requirement to work outside standard hours to support critical or emergency requirements. Potential attendance at national conferences, workshops, and/or networking events.</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>Or for an informal discussion, please contact sarah.pena@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>27th April 2025, 11pm </p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: </strong>TBC</p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</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>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. </em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£57,179 - £62,667 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-03-28T10:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-27T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/95c658df-068e-40f4-bb52-45661e6a05ea.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"eb56371e-cf51-4675-a270-cec63336519a","title":"Assessment and Advice Officer (FTC 12 months)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Forestcare, Waterside Park","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have a vacancy for an Assessment and Advice Officer to join our team at Forestcare, which is a 24 hour telecare response centre based in the heart of Bracknell. </p>\n<p>This is a 12 month fixed term maternity cover role.</p>\n<h3>About you...</h3>\n<p>This community-based role empowers a Forestcare officer to create and review risk and support plans while conducting assistive technology assessments - all with a strong focus on a person-centered approach.</p>\n<p>As an Assessment and Advice Officer, you will play a vital role in providing emergency assistance to Bracknell Forest residents and the wider community.</p>\n<p>With your experience in writing support and risk plans, along with your knowledge of assistive technology, you will help ensure individuals receive the tailored support they need.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will be methodical, as we provide and maintain life-saving equipment to vulnerable people in their homes. From time to time our service users require a helping hand to live independently.</p>\n<p>As part of the Forestcare team you will attend and assist people during their greatest time of need - having the relevant up to date information is critical. </p>\n<p>We need someone who can keep calm under pressure whilst providing impeccable customer service. A polite, caring, empathetic nature is essential. </p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who will ‘go the extra mile’ to ensure that we have satisfied service users. </p>\n<p>A firm understanding of IT systems and Microsoft Office suite is essential as Forestcare utilises assistive technology to meet the needs of clients.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>The Forestcare team provide a range of telecare solutions to both individuals and organisations. Our dedicated team is here every day of the year to provide support and assistance.</p>\n<p>Our team brings together a diverse range of roles, all working collaboratively to deliver a highly effective and professional service.</p>\n<p>As an Assistive Technology Control Centre, our work environment is dynamic and ever-changing. One moment, it’s calm and relaxed; the next, it’s bustling and energetic. This creates a rewarding atmosphere where no two days are ever the same!</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilties...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Carry out assessments of individuals needs.</li>\n<li>Carry out installations and demonstrations of lifelines, sensors, key safes and other equipment in a timely and professional manner. </li>\n<li>Provide information to customers on our range of services.</li>\n<li>Ensure that our client and equipment database is kept up to date with full and accurate information following installation and that finance and paperwork is completed and progressed.</li>\n<li>Programme and maintain our equipment stock so that it is available for demonstration.</li>\n<li>Provide advice to customers and other professionals on the most suitable equipment for a given circumstance.</li>\n<li> From time to time attending meetings and forums.</li>\n<li>Undertake project work.</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>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply - please refer to candidate pack for more information).</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club</li>\n<li>Staff dnetal 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><strong> Our values...</strong></h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held during late April 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>Graham Kilby, Technology Enabled Care Manager</p>\n<p>Tel.: 01344 786500</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p><strong>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</strong></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":"£29,799 - £35,020 inclusive of London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-03-27T15:22:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-11T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/86b27770-1cf0-421a-85fb-68546af270f5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2c2c6144-9ec0-4c3f-9dfa-6f9a8da21533","title":"Assistant Team Manager, Children's Specialist Support Team","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Assistant Team Manager who is a registered social worker with Social Work England and with post qualifying experience working with children and families in the statutory sector to join our Children’s Specialist Support Team and make a difference to the lives of children and young people.</p>\n<h4>About you…</h4>\n<p>You will have significant post-qualifying experience in statutory work with children and families, and a strong understanding of assessment, planning, and intervention to ensure the right plans are in place and needs lead services and interventions are provided for children and families.</p>\n<p>You will be a natural leader with the ability to build effective relationships, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and work collaboratively as part of a management team. You will have direct responsibility for social workers, including newly qualified social workers, and family workers.</p>\n<p>You will also be comfortable deputising for the Team Manager, managing performance, chairing meetings, and supporting recruitment and retention efforts.</p>\n<h4>About the team…</h4>\n<p>The Children’s Specialist Support Team (CSST) is a highly skilled and supportive group of professionals dedicated to working with children who have disabilities and/or complex health needs. Our focus is on keeping children at the heart of everything we do. We deliver a range of services, including support for children with additional vulnerabilities, statutory responsibilities for disabled Children in Need, care packages, and short breaks.</p>\n<p>Our team is diverse, covering a broad range of areas, including social work, occupational therapy and short breaks, such as Larchwood, our respite unit. 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We prioritise staff wellbeing and foster a supportive environment where everyone feels connected and valued.</p>\n<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>To support the Team Manager to manage the delivery and performance of the Children’s Specialist Support Team, including recruitment/retention, workload allocation and management, induction, supervision and development of staff, disciplinary/capability performance management and succession planning.</li>\n<li>To promote and support the Council’s policies and procedures for safeguarding, ensuring children are at the centre of all decisions, and the social model of disability is respected in all work.</li>\n<li>To ensure arrangements for regular engagement/participation with children and young people, parents and carers by all staff within the service and to lead on investigations and response to complaints from service users/relatives/carers.</li>\n<li>To lead on strategy discussions, child in need meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate threshold decision and planning.</li>\n<li>To undertake regular reviews of, and track, performance data alongside the Team Manager.</li>\n<li>Completing audits and contributing to audit programmes and frameworks.</li>\n<li>To develop and maintain effective internal and external working relationships, ensuring a positive working culture within the team, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners, including chairing reviews, planning meetings, strategy discussions and other professional/network meetings.</li>\n<li>Providing high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance.</li>\n<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>\n<li>To contribute to service development and learning of others.</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Our benefits…</h4>\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 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>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<h4>Our values</h4>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. </p>\n<h4>Interview date</h4>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Wednesday 30<sup>th</sup> April 2025</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 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You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: </p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 25 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>⭐ 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>Be capable of working in an accurate and organised way and have a good eye for detail.</li>\n<li>It’s essential that you can work well under pressure, meet deadlines, achieve challenging service performance targets and adopt a flexible approach.</li>\n<li>You will help to provide an efficient, cost effective, and quality focused service enabling effective delivery to our Adult Social Care customers.</li>\n<li>Give general advice and guidance to customers and their representatives, via phone, email or in person callers, in respect of financial assessments and at times other welfare & council benefits utilising software packages available.</li>\n<li>First contact for financial assessments and annual reviews under the Council’s Charging Policies and other legal frameworks, through desk-based work, in accordance with defined legislation, procedures and timescales so that financial assessments may be carried out and charged correctly for services.</li>\n<li>Provide general explanations and support to colleagues and clients about charging policies and payment policies. Respond to general enquiries in writing, face to face and by telephone, providing accurate information in easy-to-understand language.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of working in an office environment.</li>\n<li>A commitment to embracing change.</li>\n<li>The ability to interpret, extract and assess important information.</li>\n<li>The ability to work with volume and be accurate.</li>\n<li>Customer service ethos, striving to continually improve.</li>\n<li>The ability to work on their own initiative and take ownership as well as working as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Working with colleagues to achieve service performance targets.</li>\n<li>Good IT skills.</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>For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email Frances.Jewson@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: 27 April 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date:  w/c 05/05/2025</strong></p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</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>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. </em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: </p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30-31 days (rising to 35-36 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>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes </p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To advise on the transport implications/highways impacts of pre-application development proposals</li>\n<li>To assess planning applications including advising and making recommendations on their transportation implications, having regard to Borough policy and to Government policy and advice.</li>\n<li>To advise on Transport Assessments and Travel Plans presented in support of development proposals and carry out transport appraisals of development proposals</li>\n<li>Provide assistance and guidance to developers on the Scoping of any TA required, including commissioning and review of strategic transport model outputs from the Borough’s modelling team.</li>\n<li>To negotiate appropriate financial contributions towards transportation services and infrastructure required arising from planning applications</li>\n<li>To instruct Borough solicitors on highways obligations to be secured within Section 106 agreements and review and advise on draft legal agreements</li>\n<li>Meet with other officers, developers and their agents where appropriate to discuss issues and seek to find solutions to outstanding problems to facilitate the successful outcome of the planning application</li>\n<li>To prepare and present evidence to Public Inquiries, Hearings and planning appeals.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to contribute and set policies that will effectively deliver improvements in H&T safety or sustainability</li>\n<li>Excellent working knowledge of relevant national and international H&T related policies (NPPF) standards (e.g. DMRB, Manual for Streets),</li>\n<li>Expert knowledge of street design, with particular focus on the delivery of high-quality streets through the planning process</li>\n<li>Minimum of 10 years experience in the development planning/management industry, including strategic scales of developments (e.g. over 500 dwellings/15,000m2 Commercial).</li>\n<li>Extensive experience analysing or interpreting industry software (such as Junctions 10, LinSig and modelling platforms)</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>For more information or to arrange an information conversation, please email Alan Lewis - Highways Development Manager via alan.lewis@wokingham.gov.uk </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong>27th April 2025, 11pm</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: </strong>TBC </p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.</em> </p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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We value individuals who are committed to personal growth and contributing to the development of their colleagues.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>The Children’s Specialist Support Team (CSST) is a highly skilled team working with children who have disabilities and/or complex health needs. We are an experienced, friendly and supportive team who focus on ensuring that children are at the centre of all we do.  We provide a range of services for children with additional needs and those who are assessed to have additional vulnerability. This includes the council’s statutory responsibilities for disabled children in need in the community (including care packages and short breaks).</p>\n<p>The team is an eclectic mix of different service areas covering a wide breadth of work with children with disabilities, including occupational therapy and short breaks (including Larchwood, our short break respite unit). <span>We take a child first approach and embrace the social model, recognising that partnership and collaboration are essential to our success</span></p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To work with children, young people and their parents/carers to coordinate the identification of their needs.</li>\n<li>Undertake comprehensive assessments of individuals including those with diverse or complex presentations to develop person-centred SMART Goals and support plans designed to meet needs in ways that maximises independence, choice and control, and are legal and affordable.</li>\n<li>To work as part of the multidisciplinary team, participating in the development of services and other staff, providing direction and assistance to support workers, other members of the team and students.</li>\n<li>Take an active part in your own supervision and appraisal and to supervise and appraise allocated staff in accordance with the departmental supervision policy and council’s appraisal policy.</li>\n<li>To be responsible for your continuous professional development, ensuring your practice is up-to-date and evidence based, attending all mandatory training and specialist training where appropriate.</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 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>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. 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You will be working with children and young people with complex <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>needs in a Primary setting.</p>\n<p><br><b>The successful candidate will:</b><br>• Be able to build a warm, respectful ethos with <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>pupils, where every child’s efforts and achievements are valued, and take pride in these.<br>• Be a good teacher who is reflective and always striving to improve and move forward.<br>• Be enthusiastic, approachable and have an open and positive attitude.<br>• Be both able and willing to share their own good practice and be open to developing this through implementing the advice of colleagues.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><b>We are offering you:</b><br>• The opportunity to work in a ‘good’ school<br>• An experienced, friendly and supportive staff team.<br>• A positive and caring ethos with children at the heart of all we do.<br>• Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Kennet Valley Primary School is an effective and inclusive school, with high expectations of all its children. We have a strong staff team, good relationships with parents and the local community, extremely supportive governors, and positive links with our Local Authority.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>There are good facilities as well as extensive grounds that provide a wide range of outdoor learning opportunities. This is a great opportunity for a hard-working individual, who is committed to the progress of every child.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our Resource Base caters for small classes of children with Autism/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Teachers will work closely with the Unit Lead whilst still being part of the Kennet Valley Team. Applications are welcome from teachers already in special education as well as teachers in a mainstream setting with a desire to support children with complex SEND and an understanding of what this involves.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, at the end of the day, by appointment. Please contact the office to make an appointment or request an application pack.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><b>Email: <a href=\"mailto:office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk\">office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk</a></b><br><b>Website: <a href=\"https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk/\">https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk/</a></b></p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Carter’s Rise, Calcot, Reading, Berkshire RG31 7YT<br>Telephone: 0118 941 4410</p>\n<p>Headteacher: Ms Deirdre Devine</p>\n<p><br>Kennet Valley Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with the guidance in KCSIE.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches. We shall ensure fairness and equal opportunities throughout our workforce and in service delivery.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Closing date and shortlisting: Monday 12th May 2025 at 12 pm<br>Interviews: Tuesday 13th of May 2025</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"TMR/UPS + SEND allowance - £31,650 - £49,084 Per year","publishDate":"2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-12T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/aaabc943-3a3c-4c9e-9cd5-b8436d95cda4.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"91f2501b-e217-41cb-934a-18acb0489664","title":"Class Teacher - KS2 Maternity Cover","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Holly Spring Primary School","location":"Holly Spring Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Holly Spring Primary School are looking for an <strong>experienced qualified teacher</strong> to join our school in September 2025 for <strong>two terms</strong>. You would be teaching a small class of pupils with special education needs in the morning and small groups in the afternoons.</p>\n<p>You would be part of a team of 4 teachers and you would have a TA to support in the mornings.</p>\n<p>You do not need to have previous experience of teaching in a specialist setting. If you are an experienced classroom teacher with a passion for SEND we would welcome your applications.</p>\n<p>The school has pupils from a diverse range of backgrounds and an above average % of children with EHCPs. 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Please take a look at our website to find out more about us.</p>\n<p>If you would like any further information or would like to speak to someone about the post, please email Liz Baker (School Business Manager) <strong>l.baker@hsprimary.uk.</strong> Visits are encouraged and welcomed.</p>\n<p>The <strong>closing date is the 21st April at 9am</strong> and interviews will take place by mutual agreement. </p>\n<p><strong>Applicants may be invited to interview before the closing date, therefore please take the opportunity to apply as soon as possible</strong>.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Teachers pay scale,","publishDate":"2025-03-26T16:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-21T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3c3aac91-cb71-4b64-b889-4549f993bb7f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1bdd2a2c-f3a4-4395-8b08-9820559ddff1","title":"Regional Marketing Manager - Fostering Recruitment and Retention Hub (FTC to 8th July 2026)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<p>This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Fostering South East <a href=\"https://www.lafosteringse.org.uk/\">Fostering South East</a></p>\n<p>We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Marketing Leader, who thrives in a collaborative environment, to join our local authority Fostering South East Hub Team. </p>\n<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 good work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices and hybrid working opportunities, allowing you to work in the office and from home. </p>\n<p>This is a fixed term contract until 8<sup>th</sup> July 2026.</p>\n<h3>About you...</h3>\n<p>We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Regional Marketing Manager, who will lead powerful, results-driven campaigns to attract and retain foster carers across the Southeast. Your expertise will inspire a meaningful change, making a lasting impact on children's lives</p>\n<p>This is a unique opportunity to spearhead regional marketing initiatives, working collaboratively with 17 South East Local Authorities to attract a diverse range of foster carers, including individuals from BAME, LGBTQ+, young carers and parent/child fostering backgrounds.</p>\n<p>You will be instrumental in shaping the regional fostering recruitment strategy, ensuring a cohesive marketing approach while leveraging data-driven insights to optimise and enhance campaign effectiveness.</p>\n<p>As the ideal candidate you will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proven experience in developing and delivering large-scale, multi-stakeholder marketing campaigns.</li>\n<li>Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Expertise in digital marketing, social media, and paid advertising strategies.</li>\n<li>Experience in data analytics and campaign performance tracking.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of diversity and inclusion in marketing, particularly in social care recruitment.</li>\n<li>Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.</li>\n<li>Experience in fostering recruitment or social care marketing.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of public procurement and financial procedures linked to government initiatives.</li>\n<li>Familiarity with fostering-related policies, safeguarding principles, and ethical marketing practices.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>We are a collaborative and supportive team, committed to driving innovation in fostering recruitment. Our approach is centered on working together to create solutions that make a difference. We spearhead strategic, high-profile marketing campaigns that not only raise awareness but also drive meaningful and lasting change across the Southeast. Through our efforts, we aim to reshape recruitment practices, ensuring that they are effective, inclusive and impactful in addressing the needs of the region.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop and implement a unified marketing strategy to recruit and retain foster carers across the Southeast.</li>\n<li>Oversee multi-channel marketing campaigns, including digital, print, PR, and community outreach.</li>\n<li>Lead on data analysis and campaign reporting, ensuring effective use of the marketing budget.</li>\n<li>Work closely with local authority teams, stakeholders, and external marketing agencies to maintain alignment.</li>\n<li>Represent LAFSE in media and public forums, positioning the organisation as a thought leader in fostering.</li>\n<li>Ensure compliance with GDPR, the Equality Act, and Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) guidelines.</li>\n<li>Support local authorities in driving diversity and inclusion in fostering campaigns.</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 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 whencalculating 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<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 16th April 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.</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>Anne-Marie Ali, Senior Project Delivery Manager</p>\n<p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:anne-marie.ali@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">anne-marie.ali@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p><strong>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</strong></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>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£53,511 - £58,845 inclusive of London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-03-26T14:37:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-09T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e50a666a-9a66-45a0-8ec6-1491c585f2ae.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6a5bb660-6236-4360-99d8-6106d6fbb5f5","title":"Class Teacher - Maternity Cover","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"St Michael's Easthampstead Primary School","location":"St Michael's Easthampstead Primary School, Crowthorne Road, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p>St Michael’s Easthampstead CE VA Primary School is a friendly school with a strong caring Christian ethos where all staff are committed to ensuring every child achieves to the best of their ability.  We are able to offer an exciting opportunity to join our team of dedicated and passionate teaching staff commencing September 2025. This is a temporary, full time role to provide maternity cover.</p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who is:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experienced in working within a primary school setting</li>\n<li>An excellent practitioner with high expectations of themselves and children</li>\n<li>Able to demonstrate excellent knowledge of the National Curriculum</li>\n<li>Passionate about helping children reach their full potential</li>\n<li>Inspiring, enthusiastic and nurturing</li>\n<li>Able to model and contribute to our school values</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We can offer:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>a positive and welcoming community</li>\n<li>pupils who enjoy learning and want to come to school</li>\n<li>a dedicated staff who are enthusiastic and who want the best for the pupils</li>\n<li>a supportive Governing body and parent body</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We warmly welcome visits to the school by prospective candidates. 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In this role, you will work collaboratively with various internal stakeholders to develop and manage high-quality website content that meets the needs of our customers and drives our digital improvement initiatives.</p>\n<h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Content Management:</strong></h3>\n</li>\n<ul>\n<li>Serve as the first point of contact for digital work requests.</li>\n<li>Manage, maintain, edit, and update web content ensuring it is accurate, creative, and written in plain English while adhering to established content guidelines.</li>\n</ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Stakeholder Collaboration:</strong></h3>\n</li>\n<ul>\n<li>Work closely with internal teams to develop content that meets customer needs.</li>\n<li>Respond to inquiries from external stakeholders, customers, and partner agencies.</li>\n</ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Digital Monitoring and Support:</strong></h3>\n</li>\n<ul>\n<li>Monitor website content using various tools to ensure compliance with best practice guidelines and legislative obligations.</li>\n<li>Support UX specialists with website and user testing to continuously improve digital services.</li>\n</ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Data Analysis and Reporting:</strong></h3>\n</li>\n<ul>\n<li>Carry out data analysis and create insightful reports using tools such as Google Analytics and Hotjar.</li>\n</ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Administrative Support:</strong></h3>\n</li>\n<ul>\n<li>Manage simple databases and provide essential administrative support for the team.</li>\n<li>Champion and support staff in taking an active role in digital content management.</li>\n</ul>\n</ul>\n<h2><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></h2>\n<h3><strong>Essential Qualifications and Skills:</strong></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills for web content.</li>\n<li>Strong understanding of the role of websites in digital marketing, web accessibility, and Search Engine Optimisation.</li>\n<li>Experience using a Content Management System and presenting information clearly in plain English.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3><strong>Desirable Skills and Experience:</strong></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A relevant qualification in Digital Marketing, User Experience, or a related field.</li>\n<li>Analytical skills, including data collection and analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making.</li>\n<li>Experience with wireframe design and creating visual mock-ups for user journeys.</li>\n<li>In-depth knowledge of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).</li>\n<li>Experience using website analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), SharePoint, and practical knowledge of Microsoft 365.</li>\n<li>Proven experience in writing engaging, effective web content.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2><strong>Why Join Us</strong></h2>\n<p>At Wokingham Borough Council, you’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to driving continuous digital improvement. This is your chance to use your digital content expertise to make a tangible impact on the customer experience while contributing to a forward-thinking digital strategy.</p>\n<h2><strong>Apply now</strong></h2>\n<p>Take the next step in your career by joining our team. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date </strong>- 11pm, 13th April 2025</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date</strong> - TBC</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please contact: Michael Fredman, Michael.Fredman@wokingham.gov.uk</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.</p>\n<p>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</p>\n<p>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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You will support the Project Managers to ensure data is comprehensive and consistent to support the PMO cycle of governance.</p>\n<p>The individual requires the ability to deliver outcomes under little supervision and be proactive providing assurance and checks to improve outputs of the Business Change portfolio.</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 27 days (rising to 32 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>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes </p>\n<p>⭐ And much more!</p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Responsible for support and coordination across the portfolio.</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Coordinating and supporting project health checks · Working collaboratively with PMs to obtain updates</li>\n<li>Maintaining the governance and reporting cycles so information is prepared for relevant forums · Understanding and reporting to PMO on programme/project areas of concern · Understanding resource impacts for review by PMO</li>\n<li>Monitoring project/programme risks and issues are aligned to project updates · Supporting the change control process and centralised tracking of data</li>\n<li>Monitoring the Change Gateway forum outputs for the central portfolio</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Relevant PMO experience and competencies in Governance, Frameworks and project/programme methodologies</li>\n<li>Ability to work on own initiative, to solve problems, and to take decisions to secure required results.</li>\n<li>Experience of using Microsoft including SharePoint & Teams, Word, Excel, MS Project, MS Visio, PowerPoint</li>\n<li>Proven ability working with a PMO / Project Managers to report on Portfolios, Programmes and Projects.</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>For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email lewis.borges@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong>20th April 2025, 11pm</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: </strong>TBC </p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</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>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.</em> </p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em> </p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.</em><em> </em></p>\n<p> <em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</em> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,711 - £30,060 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-03-26T10:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-20T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/408ccb85-6ea4-44ec-9ec6-315583cdb2b0.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fe06bdeb-096c-41be-9bd1-888a808cb709","title":"Project Manager","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have an excellent opportunity available for a Project Manager to join our motivated Business Change team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, 12-month fixed term contract.</p>\n<p>As the Project Manager, you will be part of the team providing project management services and competencies to support strategic programmes and activity within the Change portfolio.</p>\n<p>This role will be responsible for managing projects with processes and procedures that align to our governance framework.</p>\n<p>You will be required to work independently and pro-actively leading on the delivery of key Council objectives, managing key stakeholders and delivering high quality outputs and outcomes under little supervision.</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>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes </p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To be responsible for managing projects with processes and procedures that align to our governance framework.</li>\n<li>To work independently and pro-actively leading on the delivery of key Council objectives, managing key stakeholders and delivering high quality outputs and outcomes under little supervision.</li>\n<li>To act as Project Manager specifically for large scale, priority Programmes for WBC to meet its strategic priorities and support our approach. Multi-faceted programmes with key senior stakeholder engagement requiring strong management of plans and milestones, monitoring and action tracking, production of outputs and working at pace.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minimum of 2 years Project Management experience with evidence of successful delivery.</li>\n<li>Trained in PRINCE II and / or equivalent project management methodology.</li>\n<li>Educated to degree level (or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills, and aptitude).</li>\n<li>Proven ability in managing projects and teams to achieve agreed outputs.</li>\n<li>Ability to work on own initiative, solve problems and take decisions to secure required results.</li>\n<li>Experience of using Microsoft including SharePoint & Teams, Word, Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint.</li>\n<li>Proven experience of stakeholder management, liaising with managers and staff at all levels.</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>For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email mandy.holdstock@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong>Sunday 20<sup>th</sup> April 2025, 11pm</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: </strong>TBC </p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</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>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.</em> </p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em> </p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.</em></p>\n<p> <em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</em> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£44,711 - £49,764 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-03-26T10:06:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-20T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/49036bba-e130-4f27-98e4-fe7bac090ae1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"85e78928-2118-4dba-92ef-d1ab2036651c","title":"Programme Manager","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End, Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Programme Manager to join our proactive Business Change Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, 12-month fixed term contract.</p>\n<p>As the Programme Manager, you will lead on successful delivery and monitoring of core strategic programmes within a Portfolio of change. You will focus on programme objectives, programme level risk and issue management and benefits to be owned, measured and tracked.</p>\n<p>You will engage with cross-functional senior stakeholders to drive good governance across the programmes and ensure information is clear and transparent, support change management, maximise opportunities, escalate issues and address any resourcing impacts.</p>\n<p>The role will assure the quality and accuracy of reporting across programmes and projects, capture and disseminate lessons learned and emerging best practice to drive present and future programme development.</p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity to drive change and innovation, ensuring our programme aligns with strategic priorities and deliver real benefits for our communities.</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>⭐ 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>Responsible for supporting the daily delivery of Programmes across Council Directorates.</li>\n<li>Accountable for the tracking of Programme level related risks across the Council with appropriate escalation and facilitation of risk and assurance sessions with senior leaders to understand potential issues, seek mitigations and provide successful delivery of services.</li>\n<li>Accountable for maintaining PMO Framework and processes and internal Project and Programme Management expertise that will ensure WBC has a sustainable, long-term approach to Programme and Project Management.</li>\n<li>Leading, motivating, and developing staff involved with Projects and Programmes in line with delivery requirements, to achieve consistently high employee engagement and performance, including line management responsibilities if required.</li>\n<li>Working collaboratively with colleagues and have strong stakeholder management skills e.g. with Members, Partners, other stakeholders.</li>\n<li>To undertake any other duties commensurate with the general levels of responsibility of the post.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Relevant Programme and Project Management qualification or skills and experience (MSP or similar).</li>\n<li>Educated to degree level (or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and aptitude).</li>\n<li>Good communication skills with the ability to express views clearly orally and in writing, to prepare reports and briefing notes for presentation to Project Groups, at Programme level, to Senior Managers or elected members.</li>\n<li>Proven ability in managing projects, programmes, other managers and staff to achieve agreed outputs, within budget, including benefit realisation.</li>\n<li>Experience of application of a recognised Project and/or Programme Management methodology.</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>For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email Lewis.Borges@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong>20th April 2025, 11pm</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: </strong>TBC </p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</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>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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We have a “can do” and “no wrong door” ethos. Our teams work together as one service and go the extra mile to ensure our residents have the right support. </p>\n<p>We work closely with health and other partners to ensure people avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. If hospital care is needed, we make sure it is only for as long as necessary and we focus on helping them return home as quickly and safely as possible.</p>\n<p>We offer a range of preventative and rehabilitation services designed to help people remain in their own homes. Through regular multi-disciplinary forums, we ensure residents have easy access to integrated health and social care services, providing holistic support when needed.</p>\n<p>Recognising the challenges working in Adult Social Care, we make sure our staff are well supported.  You will receive regular supervision and access to training. Our focus is on supporting staff to learn, grow and develop, helping them achieve their full potential. We actively listen to social care staff about the best ways to deliver services and encourage feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>You will manage a caseload, organise and prioritise the workload effectively, with regular supervision and guidance.</li>\n<li>You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, connecting people and their families to their community and social networks enabling them to live within their own communities.</li>\n<li>You will take a strengths-based approach to support people to live the best life they can and reduce dependence on long term care.</li>\n<li>You will work within allocated resources as set out in our scheme of delegation.</li>\n<li>You will actively participate in your own supervision and appraisal, while also supervising and appraising allocated staff in line with the departmental supervision policy and the council's appraisal policy.</li>\n<li>You will take responsibility for your own learning, including mandatory and recommended training.</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 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>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 23rd April 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>Name: Amy Gates</p>\n<p>Job Title: Service Manager – Early Intervention and Prevention Team</p>\n<p>Phone Number: 01344 351479</p>\n<p>Email: amy.gates@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</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> </strong>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p><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":"£45,362 - £47,387 FTE (inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance); For 30 hrs per week: £36,962 - £38,604 pro-rata","publishDate":"2025-03-26T08:58:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-09T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d0a2063a-b793-4a0b-a142-bed2e6ad0c14.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0169ba03-5105-4de1-b2bf-469528f5402e","title":"Head of ICT and Information Governance","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<p>In an era where digital transformation continues to shape how local authorities can best deliver our services, we seek a dynamic Head of ICT and Information Governance to spearhead our technological delivery and operational functions.</p>\n<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 good work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices and hybrid working opportunities.  </p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p>Are you a leader who can translate complex technical concepts into clear, tangible benefits for our residents and staff?  As Head of ICT and Information Governance, you will have the ability to navigate the unique challenges of the public sector while bringing dynamism to our operations.</p>\n<p>If you are passionate about leveraging technology for the public good, have a track record of successful transformation, and are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of local government services, we want to hear from you.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>We are a diverse team passionate about improving council services through innovation and continual service improvement. 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(Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our Values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>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 week commencing 28<sup>th</sup> April 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 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Social Worker - Children's Specialist Support Team

Bracknell Forest Council

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£45,362 - £47,387 inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance. Plus annual 4% retention payment after 1 year

Time Square, Market Street, Bracknell, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Team Manager - Family Safeguarding

Bracknell Forest Council

Bracknell Forest Council logo

£60,866 - £63,003 inclusive of £706 London Weighting and £963 ECU. Plus annual 4% retention payment after 1 year.

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Digital Product Owner – CRM

Wokingham Borough Council

Wokingham Borough Council logo

£57,179 - £62,667 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham, Shute End/Home Working (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Assessment and Advice Officer (FTC 12 months)

Bracknell Forest Council

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£29,799 - £35,020 inclusive of London Weighting

Forestcare, Waterside Park (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Assistant Team Manager, Children's Specialist Support Team

Bracknell Forest Council

Bracknell Forest Council logo

£56,657 - £59,538 FTE inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User allowance

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Financial Assessment Assistant

Wokingham Borough Council

Wokingham Borough Council logo

£25,584 - £27,269 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Senior/Principal Highways Development Management Officer

Wokingham Borough Council

Wokingham Borough Council logo

£39,513 - £56,075 Per Annum (depending on experience), Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Occupational Therapist - CSC (part time 18.5 hrs p/w)

Bracknell Forest Council

Bracknell Forest Council logo

FTE £45,362 to £47,387 (inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance). Pro rata for 18.5 hrs per week: £23,162 - £24,175 (inclusive of LWA & ECU)

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Curriculum Leader – RE

Ranelagh School

Ranelagh School logo

MPS/ UPS + TLR 1a

Ranelagh School, Ranelagh Drive, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Class Teacher - Kennet Valley Primary School

Reading Borough Council

Reading Borough Council logo

TMR/UPS + SEND allowance - £31,650 - £49,084 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Class Teacher - KS2 Maternity Cover

Holly Spring Primary School

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Holly Spring Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Regional Marketing Manager - Fostering Recruitment and Retention Hub (FTC to 8th July 2026)

Bracknell Forest Council

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£53,511 - £58,845 inclusive of London Weighting

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

St Michael's Easthampstead Primary School

St Michael's Easthampstead Primary School logo

£30,000 - £44,999

St Michael's Easthampstead Primary School, Crowthorne Road, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Assistant Head Teacher with responsibility for SEN

Harmans Water Primary School

Harmans Water Primary School logo

Leadership Scale L3 to L7 - £53,675 to £59,213

Harmans Water Primary School, Wellington Drive, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Assistant Digital Content Specialist

Wokingham Borough Council

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£27,711 to £30,060 per annum

Shute End, Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

PMO Support

Wokingham Borough Council

Wokingham Borough Council logo

£27,711 - £30,060 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Project Manager

Wokingham Borough Council

Wokingham Borough Council logo

£44,711 - £49,764 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Programme Manager

Wokingham Borough Council

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£50,788 - £56,075 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Shute End, Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Social Worker - Early Intervention and Prevention, Adult Social Care

Bracknell Forest Council

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£45,362 - £47,387 FTE (inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance); For 30 hrs per week: £36,962 - £38,604 pro-rata

Time Square, Market Street, Bracknell, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Head of ICT and Information Governance

Bracknell Forest Council

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£66,380 - £71,823 inclusive of £706 London Weighting

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

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