Total 366 job vacancies in Reading, RG6 6BZ

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: Science Teacher

Location: Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

Start date: May 2025 or sooner

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Join us today to receive a £1000 Welcome Bonus - there has never been a better time to join us’* T&Cs apply! *

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Science Teacher to join our close-knit team at Groveside School located in Reading.

About the role

We are looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner to co-ordinate Science across our school. The successful candidate will be passionate about teaching and learning in Science and will have the ability to motivate pupils and develop staff in a team which prides itself as being collaborative and supportive. You will be able to inspire effective teaching and learning within the classroom and beyond as our small school flourishes in the coming years. You will understand the importance of data as a tool to track pupil progress and will identify a wide range of evaluation strategies to lead the development in all aspects its success.

The ideal candidate will:

Be an inspirational teacher looking to develop the SEND provision for all pupils.
Be a person who thrives in a fun, yet challenging environment.
Be an exceptional classroom teacher with experience in working with SEND pupils
Have a proven track record in raising standards and a good understanding of school improvement.
Have a passion for building strong relationships with young people through restorative working.
Be someone who is resilient and approachable.
Be a good communicator who is able to inspire and motivate pupils but also who can remain calm under pressure and have a sense of humour.
Be creative in your teaching and strive to bring out the best in pupils.
Qualifications Required

QTS
About the school

Groveside School is a Brand-New Acorn School in Reading and will cater for up to 60 pupils between 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

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At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job title: SEN Teacher

Location: Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

Start Date: May 2025 or sooner

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Join us today to receive a £1000 Welcome Bonus - there has never been a better time to join us’* T&Cs apply! *

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner to join our amazing team. The successful candidate will be passionate about teaching and learning and will have the ability to motivate pupils and develop staff in a team which prides itself as being collaborative and supportive. You will be able to inspire effective teaching and learning within the classroom and beyond as our small school flourishes in the coming years. You will understand the importance of data as a tool to track pupil progress and will identify a wide range of evaluation strategies to lead the development in all aspects its success.

The ideal candidate will:

Be an inspirational teacher looking to develop the SEND provision for all pupils.
Be a person who thrives in a fun, yet challenging environment.
Be an exceptional classroom teacher with experience in working with SEND pupils
Have a proven track record in raising standards and a good understanding of school improvement.
Have a passion for building strong relationships with young people through restorative working.
Be someone who is resilient and approachable.
Be a good communicator who is able to inspire and motivate pupils but also who can remain calm under pressure and have a sense of humour.
Be creative in your teaching and strive to bring out the best in pupils.
Qualifications Required

QTS
Ability to teacher Maths of Science an advantage
About the school

Groveside School is a Brand-New Acorn School in Reading and will cater for up to 60 pupils between 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks​
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

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Senior Hardware Design Engineer will support the design and implementation of hardware subsystems for advanced mobile and fixed satellite tracking antenna terminals.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead complex hardware designs and manage priorities
Architect and design terminal hardware, ensuring quality and cost goals
Present design analyses during reviews
Verify and test hardware in a lab setting
Mentor junior engineers

Requirements:

6-10 years in hardware design and testing
Strong PCB design skills (Altium preferred)
Experience in power supply design and compliance testing
Knowledge of embedded systems, high-speed digital design, and interconnect technologies

Do currently work in or have a passion for Construction? Are you a Cleaner currently looking for work in the construction industry? Do you hold a valid CSCS card? If the answers are yes, we have roles opening with a reputable construction company on an ongoing residential project.

Role: Cleaner
Location: Reading
Contract type: Temporary (Part Time) 18:00pm - 21:00pm Monday - Friday (15 hours per week)
Duration: Ongoing
Start date: ASAP
Pay rate: £14.48
Fawkes & Reece contact: Ellie (Southampton Office)

The role:
As the site Cleaner you will be responsible for keeping the site clean and tidy as well as assisting with keeping all the offices, onsite toilets and kitchen area.

About you:
Ideally you will have previous working experience in a cleaning position. You will be comfortable cleaning toilets on a daily basis.
You will be conscious of health and safety on site and will be weary of others who are working alongside of you.
You will arrive on time, finish your shift at the times allocated by the site manager and complete additional duties as and when the site manager requires.

To be successful in your application for this role you will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
Previous experience in a cleaning position
CSCS Card Essential
Strong work ethic in a team
Be approachable and happy to work as a point of contact when working in a standalone position.

What to do next:
If this role meets your expectations and aspirations, please click the apply now link. If this one is not for you, but you would like to discuss other options or for us to act as an agent to secure you a new contract please don't hesitate to call Ellie on 02380 682662 or 07858371122 for a confidential consultation.

front of house team member | full time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. whether you’re looking to start a career in hospitality or just looking for a noodle inspired side hustle this could be the role for you. with over 165 uk restaurants and growing, we’re on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul

the role |

as a front of house team member, you’ll play a key role by providing a brilliant experience for our guests. working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, not only will you gain key life skills at wagamama, you'll make great friends too, all whilst creating memorable moments for our guests

if you...

• would love to provide exceptional service to our guests, greeting and seating them when they arrive + ensuring they feel looked after
• have a genuine passion for our food, and bringing our menu to life through recommendations
• like buzzing environments, are proactive, organised + have great attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others to thrive through training and personal growth opportunities

we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• weekly pay + share of the tips
• flexible hours to support your side hustle
• free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family
• an industry leading family friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• bring your own style – uniform powered by pangaia, customised by you
• be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• wagamama parties throughout the year with vip guests
• be known nationwide as a love above the door legend – our national recognition programme

in addition to this, we offer the usual such as, pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

be you be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

The 'must haves' for this role: A qualified Nurse or Midwife, registered with the NMC A passion for improving outcomes for children and families in the community Excellent interpersonal and communication skills A full valid UK driving license and use of a vehicle 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. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call or email Haley Walsh on 07880541538 orHaley.Walsh@berkshire.nhs.ukwholl be delighted to help. Please note, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

The specialist nursing role will actively contribute to the on-going development of the Vascular Access Service across the trust and ensure that it delivers and promotes best practice in the care and management of all vascular access devices, promoting aseptic non touch technique to reduce the risk of device related complications and in particular infection. The post holder will provide specialist service and support and deputise for their line manager in the management of their clinical specialty and in conjunction with the Infection, prevention and control team. This will involve dealing with complex situations and having to take appropriate action in a variety of settings. Be expert in peripheral intravenous cannulation. Be expert in the insertion and removal of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs). Undertake training and become proficient in utilising ultrasound guided venous cannulation techniques (e.g. peripheral and central veins). Use ultrasound to identify common anatomical variations (e.g. thrombosis of target vein). Be able to verify tip catheter position and recognition of complications such as pneumothorax using image intensification, ECG technology and tracking devices. Ordering and interpreting radiological investigations such as CXR when necessary. Troubleshooting of vascular access related complications Supporting training and education for staff, patients and others. Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.

Supervises radiology staff working in own area of responsibility. Staff group include Student and State Registered Radiographers, Health Care Assistants, Radiology Department Assistants and Administrative & Clerical staff. Prioritises and plans the daily activities of the unit ensuring patients are imaged in a safe, timely and efficient manner; works in cooperation/conjunction with other staff groups Supports the Department Lead Radiographers with planning and management of staff deployment / rostering in own area of responsibility. Makes autonomous decisions regarding the appropriateness of examinations as an aid to clinical diagnosis; works to a high standard of technique and patient positioning Possesses specialist knowledge and experience as appropriate to grade and area of responsibility; is able to function as a role model and provide support to more junior staff Is responsible for the assessment, planning and prioritisation of tasks within area of responsibility, ensuring performance target are met Communicates effectively with other staff groups, both internal and external. These include clinicians and other healthcare professionals, senior Trust management, patients and their representatives, external agencies, commercial suppliers, service engineers and visitors to the department

Finance To be responsible for the processing of all donations to the Charity, analysing, investigating and resolving queries and discrepancies. To ensure that all Charity income is correctly identified and accurately allocated through manual and file import onto the Charity database, and managing and responding to all related communications to donors, staff and Trust colleagues, discussing queries and/or other sensitive issues (may relate to in-memory and/or legacy giving). To be responsible for routine processing of income received via various online giving platforms such as JustGiving and Enthuse, by downloading, accurately coding and importing financial and personal data to the Charity database. To be responsible for processing offline income, such as cheques, CAF cheques, card payments, and accurately recording financial and personal data onto the Charity database. To be responsible for the collection, sorting, counting and processing of cash donations, collection tins and cash collection points located around the hospital. Ensuring good governance in line with Trust policy is adhered to at all times in relation to the management and handling of cash. To be responsible for the creation and production of reports required to claim Gift Aid and ensure that all documentation, processes and database functionality relating to Gift Aid declarations are in place and meet the standards laid out by the HMRC and best-practice. To work with finance colleagues on monthly reconciliation of all income raised and received by the Charity and to ensure that records are kept in accordance with legal/statutory guidelines for financial audit and accounting requirements. To be responsible for the raising and processing of documentation to support internal Charity reimbursements. Managing and responding to queries from staff across the organisation to ensure all paperwork is correct before submission for payment. Data information, administration and supporter care To be fully responsibility for the day-to-day management and development of the Charity database (Harlequin) ensuring it is kept fully up-to-date in line with GDPR and Data Protection regulations. Adding new donor details, supporter communications and mailing preferences with accuracy. Provide database training to new charity colleagues and volunteers, and keep team members appraised of updates to the system. To take full responsibility for data management including data protection, filing and record keeping according to the relevant Data Protection and HMRC legislations. Carry out regular data cleansing and monthly de-duplicating of contacts to ensure high quality supporter data is maintained at all times and meet governance requirements. To be the Charity database expert, providing advice and support to team members on data selections for internal and external campaigns, recording contact histories, campaign links, and bulk mailouts. To ensure that all donations are acknowledged correctly and promptly in line with the charity stewardship programme, ensuring personalisation of supporter communications wherever possible, and recording and filing all relevant communications in line with GDPR regulations To manage enquiries to the charity by post, shared mailboxes or phone and record all donor and supporter information onto the Charity database. Responding to routine queries and discussing with charity colleagues where further specialist input is required. To administer and utilise the full functionality of online platforms, such as JustGiving and Enthuse, and match funding sites to maximise opportunities for income, and provide training to new charity colleagues and charity office volunteers as required. To produce regular reports from the charity database on the monthly financial position and analyse data to identify trends in giving. Present findings to the fundraising team and Charity Director to inform annual planning and budget setting. To oversee and allocate work to the charity office volunteers who offer their time to help with general office tasks in discussion with the Fundraising Manager.

About the role: Progress CoachActivate Learning is seeking enthusiastic and inspirational individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact to join our Progress Coach team. This role is essential in helping students develop the skills, knowledge, and attributes necessary to navigate the challenges and opportunities in learning, life, and work.As a Progress Coach, you will play a key role in our learners' journey, dividing your time between whole class and one-on-one tutorials across various faculties.Whole Class Personal Development SessionsYou will spend approximately 60% of your time leading whole class personal development sessions for a diverse range of students across different sectors. Your schedule will include up to 18 groups per week, varying in size and level of study.1-1 and Group CoachingThe remaining time will be dedicated to delivering one-on-one and group coaching sessions. These sessions focus on targeted interventions to help students improve their learning behaviors, academic success, relationships, and career pathways. Your aim will be to support students in advancing to the next level of learning or employment while keeping them engaged.We work with a diverse student body and need someone who can help learners build essential attributes such as self-awareness and resilience, and enhance their decision-making and confidence. You will also be responsible for supporting students who face behavioural challenges, utilising a positive behaviour management framework.This role involves meticulous record-keeping, collaboration with other student support services, and close communication with faculty staff. Adherence to safeguarding principles, professional integrity, and maintaining personal responsibility are crucial.This is a permanent, term-time role (0.88 FTE), working 37 hours per week at our Reading College campus.What do you need to be successful as a Progress Coach at Activate Learning?We are seeking highly motivated individuals to lead focused Personal Development tutorial sessions within our team. This could be an excellent development opportunity for an experienced Learning Support or Study Assistant looking for the next step in their career, or an experienced Progress Coach who'd prefer to step across to a large college.Key Responsibilities:Use your experience or transferable skills from education or youth work settings to effectively manage groups and build rapport with a diverse range of learners.Show empathy and resilience while working with students who may exhibit challenging behaviour, maintaining a supportive and confident approach.Utilise your outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to deliver engaging, relevant, and personalised group personal development sessions and coaching.Be confident in addressing challenging subjects such as consent, inclusion, personal responsibility, choice-making, and self-reflection.Explore and implement engaging and non-traditional facilitation methods, including project-based learning, to enhance the classroom experience.Have experience with the MS Office suite and demonstrate the ability to quickly adapt to new IT systems.If you are passionate about making a difference and possess these qualities, we invite you to apply for this role.Who we areActivate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeingCompany benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staffGenerous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leaveFlexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.The title of this role has been changed for advertising purposes. The correct title will be: Progress CoachApplicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.

A Vacancy at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.


Are you working as a Social Worker / OT or Nurse and looking for “that” new role, perhaps to be a part of something new and exciting?

Are you looking to develop your career with a group of likeminded professionals?

We're recruiting for Advanced Mental Health Practitioners at Band 7. As part of the Rapid Response team, you'll offer high-quality mental health assessments & short-term intervention to young people experiencing mental health crisis. We work closely with the wider CAMH services, local authorities, education colleagues & other services.

The role is based at Erleigh Rd, Reading during the day & Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading when working nights.

Current shift patterns are:
• Assessment Clinician 09:00 – 20:00
• Late Assessment Clinician 11:00 – 22:00
• Follow Up shift 09:00 – 17:00
• Shift Lead 08:00 – 19:00
• Weekend/Bank holidays 08:00 – 17:00
• Night Shift 20:15 – 08:15

You'll be allocated a combination of shifts on a rota basis to complete your contracted hours.

You'll use your excellent communication skills & a compassionate nature to to give full support to patients & their families.

We are committed to your development and offer both internal & external training with this role.

Applications are processed as they are received. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early!

No day will be the same, so here are a few (but not limited to) duties of the role;
• Provide high quality assessment and clinical formulation
• Respond to crisis calls from young people and their families
• Provide short term interventions/Follow ups when required and make on going referrals based on the clinical needs
• Ability to manage and lead the shift by prioritising and delegating tasks
• Identify appropriate interventions for young people and their families as well as the improvement of resilience and recovery which mitigates risks to themselves or others
• Maintain and develop key relationships with professionals external to the area of service, as well as patients and their families
• To be responsible for the accurate maintenance of clinical record keeping and ensuring all systems, records and data are stored and transferred correctly

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 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 close roles early that have a high number of applications.

The “must haves” for you to be considered for this role:
• A degree in relevant field as well as a core profession e.g. Social worker, Nurse, OT
• Registration with relevant recognised body (e.g.: NMC, HCPC)
• Experience in working with mental health and complex needs
• Demonstrable skills in mental health assessments and formulation
• Full UK driving license with access to a vehicle

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. If we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

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 contact: Emily Perrin onemily.perrin@berkshire.nhs.ukwho will 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 Wednesday 4 Dec 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About the Role

Base Location: Reading, Slough, Southampton, Portsmouth, Aldershot, Andover, Basingstoke, Farnham, Newbury, Oxford, Petersfield, Thatcham, Melksham, New Forest, Poole, Salisbury, Swindon or Yeovil

Salary: £33,063 - £43,063 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Onsite

We have an exciting opportunity for a Linesperson to join our team based in the South of England.

Even if you live outside of this area, we can provide you with accommodation for the working week.

You'll be part of a great team carrying out various overhead line inspections and maintenance.

The role will involve working outdoors in all weather conditions, making sure our customers are never without power.

About the Department

Operations are responsible for keeping the lights on; we are at the front line on the network. If we find a fault, it is our responsibility to respond to the fault and dispatch our skilled teams to fix it as quickly as possible.

What is the Role?

In this role, you'll mainly work as part of a team carrying out various overhead line inspections and maintenance whilst also carrying out work on construction projects on the 33kV & 132kV overhead line network.

- You'll be responsible for the safety of yourself and colleagues, and act as an ambassador for a strong safety culture in everything you do.

- The role can be demanding and you'll be required to respond quickly to emergency situations; we want to provide the best possible service to our customers in their time of need.

What do I need?

To ensure you get the most from your role, it would be beneficial if you have the following:

- Must have previous experience and knowledge of overhead line tower work.

- Previous examples and knowledge of working outdoors in all weather conditions.

- A relevant qualification, SSE or equivalent DNO Operational Authorisations or Tower Rescue experience would be advantageous.

- You will need a full UK driving license for the position.

Whilst the above skills and experience are important, we also have several personal competencies that we look for in our future employees; a high regard for safety, embedding yourself in our safety culture and adhering to guidelines in everything you do is a key priority, strong communication skills and an ability to convey technical aspects in a transferable manner, enthusiasm and drive with a flexible approach to work and an ability to adapt to changing business and project priorities.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net zero, so teamwork will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

To work as a skilled practitioner and be responsible for the delivery of patient-focused programmes of care, which address the complex and changing health and well-being needs of the client group in your caseload. To work with other professional groups in secondary and primary settings to develop and maintain holistic services for patients. Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.

The must haves for you to be considered for this role: A degree in relevant field as well as a core profession e.g. Social worker, Nurse, OT Registration with relevant recognised body (e.g.: NMC, HCPC) Experience in working with mental health and complex needs Demonstrable skills in mental health assessments and formulation Full UK driving license with access to a vehicle 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. If we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. If youre 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 dont hesitate to contact: Emily Perrin on emily.perrin@berkshire.nhs.uk who will 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.

The 4 must haves for you to be considered for this role: Be a registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting) active on the NMC register Previous experience managing cases where a child has a protection plan Have a valid UK driving license with access to vehicle If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. 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 youre 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 dont hesitate to call Haley Walsh on 07880541538 or email: haley.walsh@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl 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.