Total 363 job vacancies in Reading, RG2 7PJ

Retail Stocktaking Team Leader

Salary: Up to £33,480 (£29,000-£30,000 plus £290 per month car allowance)

Location: Reading

As a Retail Stocktaking Team Leader you will take accountability for managing teams of up to 60 stock counters, delivering the end to end stock taking service while on our client's sites. We require flexible availability, as the shift lengths may vary and you will be travelling to a different client site each day. You may occasionally be expected to stay away from home.

Days: Monday - Sunday (5 in 7 day working shift pattern)

Hours of Work: Evening/Night shifts.

Benefits:

• Full mileage or company car
• Full time / permanent salaries available
• Expenses paid
• Ongoing training
• Progression opportunities
• Paid holiday
• Overseas opportunities

You will be expected to ensure the following within your team:

• Correct procedures and processes are followed
• Exceptional customer service standards are delivered on all sites
• Stock Counts are completed accurately and within the given time frame
• Team productivity is monitored and improved where possible

Person Specification:

• A Full Driving License
• Outstanding customer service skills
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
• Basic IT skills
• The ability to remain focused when under pressure
• Manage time effectively and work without immediate supervision
• Willingness and ability to travel

Please note all work will require prolonged periods of standing and some use of step stools and ladders. Some sites are in warehouses or large retail premises where you may be required to access and work with ground and high level stock.

This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 18 years.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Retail Stocktaking Team Leader

Salary: £12.94 per hour inclusive of holiday pay (£11.55ph + £1.39 holiday pay) + Enhancements

Location: Reading

*Access to wages from 3 days after shift completion*Immediate Start*Holiday Pay*

As a Retail Stocktaking Team Leader you will take accountability for managing teams of up to 60 stock counters, delivering the end-to-end stock taking service while on our client's sites. The shifts lengths vary, and we require flexible availability, you will be required to travel to a different client site each day and may occasionally be expected to stay away from home.

Days: Monday - Sunday (Up to 5 days in a 7-day working pattern and there is the possibility flexibility in the working days per week if required)

Hours of Work: Evening/Night shifts.

Benefits:

• Colleagues will be offered a benefit called Wagestream, which enables colleagues to track, save and access up to 50% of their wages prior to pay day. Wagestream also offers financial advice, all contributing to the financial wellbeing of RAS colleagues
• Full time / permanent salaries available
• Expenses paid
• Ongoing training
• Progression opportunities
• Paid holiday
• Overseas opportunities

You will be expected to ensure the following within your team:

• Correct procedures and processes are followed
• Exceptional customer service standards are delivered on all sites
• Stock Counts are completed accurately and within the given time frame
• Team productivity is monitored and improved where possible

Person Specification:

• A Full Driving License
• Outstanding customer service skills
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
• Basic IT skills
• The ability to remain focused when under pressure
• Manage time effectively and work without immediate supervision
• Willingness and ability to travel

Full training in our systems and client procedures will be provided.

Please note all work will require prolonged periods of standing and some use of step stools and ladders. Some sites are in warehouses or large retail premises where you may be required to access and work with ground and high level stock.

This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 18 years.

We look forward to receiving your application.

https://www.retailassetsolutions.com/who-we-are/

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Health visiting Operational Lead – Reading : Full time 37.5 hours Monday – Friday

Please note the PayScale currently in use in Agenda for Change 2023/2024. We will update the 2024/2025 PayScale once confirmed.


Interview will be held on 27th Sept 2024

Are you an experienced health visitor looking for an opportunity to further your career? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health Visiting operational team lead based in Reading providing highly visible, professional leadership, management and expertise to the health visiting team.

You will need to be able to evidence a strong interest and passion for ensuring the service is accessible for all. You need to be a good team player, demonstrating strong leadership skills; requiring excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with service users and a range of other agencies and professionals. You will beworking closely with other Children’s Service Leads pan Berkshire, in the development and implementation of organisational strategies, policies and practices that meet Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and national Health Visiting standards.
• To be a proactive member of the 0-19 management team to ensure that best practice and learning is disseminated across the workforce quickly and effectively.
• Lead on workforce planning and recruitment alongside the service lead, demonstrating an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the uniqueness of the locality.
• Ensure the development of the workforce, promoting a culture of lifelong learning, reflective practice and personal development.
• Take responsibility for the service activity performance identifying potential risks and initiating action plans to minimise these.
• To lead by example, displaying a coaching style of leadership that mirrors the ethos and core values of the organisation which inspires and empowers staff.
• To act independently and on own initiative, setting a professional and positive example and encourages all team members to be innovative and adopt a problem-solving approach.
• Enable and empower all team members to take responsibility for service improvement by developing a culture of innovation and participation in the development of the service and service redesign.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.

We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.

Benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

If you share our values and would like to come and work for us, please submit your application as soon as possible as we'll occasionally close roles early that have a high number of applications.

The must have's for this role.

· To be a qualified Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting)

· Evidence of continued professional development

· Experience of working in an environment with high standards of governance and accountability

· Evidence of contribution to clinical supervisory or mentoring of less experienced staff

· Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips – see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.

If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call:Fiona Howell 0-19 Services Lead 07768 987992 orfiona.howell@berkshire.nhs.ukwho’ll be delighted to help.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.


This advert closes on Monday 18 Nov 2024

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Administrator Coordinator

My client is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented administrator to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth planning and execution of events, as well as managing transportation logistics.
Key responsibilities include: event coordination: organising times and dates for various events, ensuring all details are meticulously planned and communicated. Communication: Email transport managers to coordinate and confirm transportation arrangements.
Logistics Management: Organise and manage transport logistics to ensure timely and efficient travel arrangements.

Organisational Skills:
Demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite to handle scheduling, communication, and documentation tasks.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook.)
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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IPAF Operator

We are looking for an IPAF Operator to start on one of our projects in the Reading area.

• You will be working on a commercial refurbishment, therefore we are looking for someone with a minimum of 1 years experience in operating with an IPAF ticket.
• You must ensure all lifts are being carried out following all the health and safety procedures implemented throughout the assignment.

To be successful the candidate must have:

• IPAF Ticket - 1B is a must.
• PPE
• CSCS card
• Previous experience working on a construction site.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Required for January 2025 - ECTs are welcome to apply

St Anne’s is a one form entry Catholic Primary School situated in Caversham in Reading. We are currently seeking to appoint a KS1 teacher to join our team.

As a school, we are proud not only of our children’s academic achievements but also the breadth and depth of curriculum we offer, which includes high quality music, performing arts and sports provision.

We will offer you:

• Wonderful children and a vibrant school community
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• A school committed to inclusive education and success for all

We are looking for someone who is:

• An enthusiastic and excellent classroom teacher
• Have a friendly, approachable manner and excellent communication skills
• Demonstrate commitment to helping children and parents
• Committed to the caring and inspiring Catholic ethos of our school

What the school offers its staff

To arrange a visit to the school or to discuss the position further, please contact Bridget Tobin on head@st-annes.reading.sch.uk or telephone 0118 937 5537.

For an application pack, please download the forms from our website under Vacancies at www.st-annes.reading.sch.uk Applicants must complete a Catholic Education Service (CES) application form.

Completed applications should be returned to the school via email on head@st-annes.reading.sch.uk

Applications will be considered on submission and interviews arranged accordingly.

St Anne’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safe working practices and safeguarding children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this position and all qualifications will be verified. We will also make online checks.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Firmware Developer required to help design FPGA firmware across the full design lifecycle from requirements to delivery. You will focus on writing firmware to be deployed on FPGAs but an appreciation of electronics will aid your decision making, particularly knowledge of DSP, Radio communication, power, analogue or digital hardware.

Skills
Firmware development experience for FPGA implementation.
RF signal processing knowledge, ADC, DAC and DSP design.
Electronic design particularly RFSoC, MPSoC, Ultrascale or other Xilinx FPGAs with Vivado, Vitis or Petalinux design suites.
Laboratory equipment familiarity such as spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, RF signal generators, network analysers etc.
2:1 or above Electronic, Communications or similar degree and ideally post grad MSc and PhD.
RTL Digital logic design and HDL programming in VHDL or Verilog.
Other technologies, Linux, Git, TCL, Embedded C programming

Role
FPGA firmware development of signal processing, glue logic, highspeed interface, testbench verification, FPGAs, SoCs and PLD.

My client in Caversham, Reading is seeking a Nursery Manager. Please only apply if you have a minimum level 3 qualification in a UK recognised early years qualification and have worked as a manager or deputy before.

We are looking for a dynamic, passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager to join our small and friendly setting in the Caversham area of Reading. This role has become available due to the growth within the organisation and internal promotion.

We are a small but ambitious chain of nurseries all in the south of England We put the children at the centre of all we do and offer a great place for children to thrive and learn! We are looking for a full time nursery manager to lead our well established team and deliver High standards of care and education in keeping with our Ethos of Learning through play.

About the job:

Ensure the highest standards of childcare are delivered at the setting
Instilling a love of learning to the practitioner team and children in our care
Delivers high setting occupancy, promoting the setting and attracting the highest quality of practitioners
Leads the team and promotes the nurseries values and Ethos
Creating an effective parent partnership by creating longstanding relations
This is a great opportunity for an experienced deputy looking for progression in the Early Years sector.

You will be supported in your role by an experienced and passionate regional team.

Job Type: Full-time

salary between £30k-£33k

please apply with your CV and we will return to you within 3 working days.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
On-site parking
Referral programme
Flexible language requirement:

English not required
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.

• Troubleshoot, repair, modify and maintain a variety of heavy mobile equipment, such as: construction, industrial, combat, tactical, and powered support equipment. Equipment may include bulldozers, graders, tractors, generators, forklifts, etc.
• Remove and replace major systems or components of equipment to include power packs, transmissions, transfers, gear reduction units, injector pumps, air conditioners, fuel pumps and alternators.
• Make idle speed, current, brake, and transmission linkage adjustments.
• Perform initial and in-process inspections; perform mechanical diagnostics and troubleshoot to localize defects and determine cause of malfunction; perform mechanical maintenance on defective parts; and perform minor body work.
• Provide technical assistance to unit personnel.
• Operate motor vehicles to perform the duties of this position.

Starting at $27.18 Per Hour (WG 9)

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Home Clinical Lead at Barchester, you'll use your compassion and experience to help deliver clinical care to the high standards we're known for. We'll look to you to make sure our care is in line with all regulations by doing everything from implementing our rigorous safeguarding policies to overseeing the creation of care plans. This is a role that will see you using your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions, manage projects and evolve care levels to make sure every residents' needs are met. As part of your wide range of responsibilities, you'll make sure our team is updated with the latest clinical developments by providing coaching, training and mentoring that will engage and inspire them. As a Care Home Clinical Lead, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOUAs Care Home Clinical Lead, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. Experience of gerontology is important too, as well as a strong awareness of both clinical policy frameworks and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and motivational, you'll enjoy sharing your knowledge with others, which you'll have demonstrated through successful clinical mentorship and performance management. Finally, like us, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred and compassionate approach to nursing. REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)And so much more! If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Hospitality Host at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment for our residents so that we can give them the all-round care and support they deserve. We want our homes to be warm and welcoming with interesting events and first-class hospitality. As a Hospitality Host, you'll have an important part to play in making sure that happens. In particular, you'll provide a friendly, engaging and helpful service in our dining room and bar areas. It's a fulfilling role that will give you a real opportunity to enhance the lives of all our residents. ABOUT YOUYou don't need any particular qualifications to join us as a Hospitality Host, but experience in a similar setting would be ideal. Personable and caring, you'll take a genuine interest in our residents, engaging with them and their families on a regular basis. If that sounds like you, we'll give you every opportunity to develop your skills further with courses that are designed to give you confidence in all aspects of your role. Because you might be serving alcohol, you'll need to be over the age of 18. REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

What's involved with this role:

Role: Contract Strategic Commercial Lead / Quantity Surveyor

Job Ref: QAD 2049/0111

Pay Rate: Competitive Market Rate

Hours per week: 37 hours per week

Contract Length: Initially 18 months

Location: Reading, West Berkshire – hybrid working

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Contract Strategic Commercial Lead to guide the commercial and procurement aspects of major construction projects. In this key role, you will be responsible for planning and managing costs and budgets across the RIBA lifecycle, ensuring that procurement aligns with project goals, timelines, and budgets.

You will also oversee the development and implementation of NEC contracts, contract cost models, and performance management approaches, securing value for money and high-quality standards through careful evaluation and negotiation of tenders.

Ideal candidates will bring a background in complex infrastructure projects—particularly within sectors such as Defence, Nuclear, or Utilities—and possess experience in public contract regulations, commercial risk management, and contractor performance incentivisation. Chartered or actively working towards MRICS accreditation is essential.

Key accountabilities:

Cost and budget planning through the RIBA lifecycle in preparation for procurement of major construction.
Collation of NEC forms of contract and other commercial documents for procurement.
Development of contract cost models and performance management and incentivisation approaches for use in the contract documentation, ensuring these comply with the project brief, timescales, budget estimates, all relevant contractual requirements, legislation and regulations.
Own the commercial evaluation and negotiation of tenders, by measuring, validating, benchmarking tenderers proposals, to enhance value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality.
Capturing, recording, and utilising cost data for use on future procurements reporting into the Estimating Benchmarking database.
Identify commercial opportunities and mitigate risks during the procurement phase to deliver a sound contract for contract award.

Essential:

Complex major construction experience.
Knowledge of or experience working within public contract regulations environment.
Experience within Defence, Nuclear, Utilities or other related infrastructure environment.
Chartered or working towards MRICS or other related qualification.
Cost and budget planning through the RIBA lifecycle.
Ability to design Contractor performance management and incentivisation approaches.
Experience in the commercial evaluation and negotiation of tenders to assess and deliver value of money.
Ability to identify commercial opportunities and mitigate risks during the procurement phase.



Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for.


Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let us know.

If you consider yourself to have a disability or if you are a veteran, and you meet the essential criteria for the role, you will be put forward for the ‘Guaranteed Interview’ scheme whereby you will have the opportunity to discuss this role and your suitability with a member of the Sourcing team.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we provide the best talent and encourage all applications regardless of background, in line with our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.

Please send your CV directly to centralgov@tclrec.com
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Job Ref: QAD 2049/0111


Anticipated Length of Assignment: Unless otherwise stated (we do carry the occasional permanent vacancy) all of our roles are technically temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Please do try to resist contacting us with requests for progress updates.

We really do read every CV sent to us. All applications will be acknowledged by a human, not a robot, provided the job remains live and provided your CV meets the “Essential Requirements” listed.

Please note that we do our level best to take down ads as soon as roles have been filled. We are not in the business of harvesting CVs.

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We are seeking an exceptional individual to provide high quality, professional administrative executive support to research in the School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences.

This role will require previous knowledge of research administration within a higher education environment. A good understanding of University systems and processes is essential. This role will be based on the Whiteknights campus.

Staff will have some control over their own workload, priorities and work without close daily supervision. The role will support the enhancement of the service provided within the School, through the development of new processes and the implementation of service improvements. This role will support research activity.

You will have:

- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Previous experience and knowledge of research in a higher education environment in an administrative support role
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to provide a high standard of customer service
- A basic understanding of data principles and data management practices, as well as familiarity with on-line processes and web-based systems and with standard office systems and procedures
- Ability to balance competing priorities and meet set deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve team goals
- Experience of resolving issues and queries independently, providing advice on specialist but established procedures to a range of stakeholders

Closing date: 29 November 2024
Interviews will be held: 10th December 2024

Contact details for advert
Contact Name: Gail Gilbert
Contact Job Title: Executive Administration Manager
Contact Email address: g.gilbert@reading.ac.uk
Alternative Contact Name: Kath De Wilde
Alternative Contact Job Title: Executive Administration Officer
Alternative Contact Email address : k.dewilde@reading.acuk

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.