Total 365 Customer Service job vacancies in Reading, RG1 4HJ

Detailed job description and main responsibilities Understands the importance of the woman as the centre of her care. Demonstrates that he/ she consult and involves women in decisions about their care and wellbeing. Demonstrates understanding of fundamental legal practices related to consent and the prevention of abuse. Is able to implement holistic; culturally sensitive; respectful; non-judgemental care from a pre-determined care plan for women with a wide range of care needs. Undertakes other care practices as directed by the Midwife/Nurse but is able to carry out routine care duties at own discretion. Practices in accordance with the Trusts protocols and guidelines. Demonstrates understanding of the boundaries of the Maternity Support Worker role. Confident and competent in all intrapartum related band 3 competencies. Works flexibly across the intrapartum areas to provide excellence in labour care during the latent phase of labour, and support the woman, family and midwife during active labour if appropriate/required. For example, precipitate delivery, woman labouring alone. Is able to assist the midwife in emergencies such as neonatal resuscitation, precipitate birth/haemorrhage. Recognises and respond to emergencies appropriately such as adult and neonatal basic life support. Is able to initiate fundamental care during an emergency to ensure safety. Acts as 2ndperson at birth to support the midwife in essential tasks at the time of birth supporting maintaining a safe birth environment. Is able to undertake after training, clinical skills such as venepuncture, removal of urinary catheters, cannulas, maternal and neonatal observations Is able to support the midwife in the immediate postnatal period with suturing (including gaining competence in swab counts and related records), maternal well-being assessments and can support initiating safe skin to skin. Is able to support women with initiating first infant feed, responsive infant feeding, helping women to gain skills and confidence with attachment and positioning and immediate care of newborn babies. Displays skills, within own sphere of practice, related to promoting womens comfort, mobility, support needs. Uses initiative when responding to changes in the woman or babys condition. Assists the midwives and bereavement team in caring for and supporting women and their families who are experiencing the loss of a baby. Supports with memory making for families. Helps maintain the bereavement rooms and annex to expected standards. Displays excellent two-way communication with women, families and colleagues. Is able to overcome barriers to understanding when the womans first language is not English or has a learning or hearing difficulty. Demonstrates appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of women and others may be infringed. Demonstrates an awareness of equity in healthcare and the impact that inequity can have on women and their families accessing the service. Is able to maintain contemporaneous records relating to the woman/babys condition on the electronic patient record (EPR Undertakes specific skills such as checking; cleaning and ensuring the equipment is ready for use when required. This is following completion of appropriate training and on instruction from Registered Midwife/Nurse, Clinical Engineering or the Manufacturer of the product. Understands the principles of human and environmental factors when working in teams and applies this to ensure safe team working. Awareness of escalation policies and how to escalate concerns when required. Able to assist the midwife with labour admissions. Greeting the mother and her family, supporting women and their family in early labour teaching them coping skills and strategies. Demonstrates an awareness of child protection and domestic abuse care pathways and policies with an awareness of factors that might alert him/her to the possibility of a child protection or domestic abuse issue and able to cite appropriate response to these concerns.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for details on the main duties and responsibilities.

Maintain oversight of facilities management related to all sites of Brookside Group Practice. Support negotiations on current and proposed supplier contracts and services. To ensure the computer and phone network and workstations are kept running and maintained. Assist with financial management tasks such as budgeting. Supporting the Senior Operations and Finance Assistant with processes that ensure income is correctly claimed and recorded. Line management for non-clinical managers. Please refer to the uploaded Job Description for full details.

Maintain oversight of facilities management related to all sites of Brookside Group Practice. Support negotiations on current and proposed supplier contracts and services. To ensure the computer and phone network and workstations are kept running and maintained. Assist with financial management tasks such as budgeting. Supporting the Senior Operations and Finance Assistant with processes that ensure income is correctly claimed and recorded. Line management for non-clinical managers. Please refer to the uploaded Job Description for full details.

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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Nursery Practioner Level 2 / Level 3
Social Care & Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our vibrant team. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for someone passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children. If you hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and Childcare, and you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!
Location: Reading, RG1
Salary: £24,000 to £24,500
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and implement engaging activities for the pre-school room.
• Create a stimulating, educational environment for children.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and secure space for learning and play.
• Participate in assessments, tracking and reviewing children’s learning and development.
• Collaborate with management to support the daily operations of the nursery.
Experience & Requirements
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years and Childcare.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a childcare setting.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Key Person Approach.
• A passion for fostering children's growth and development.
• Ambitious, energetic, and eager to contribute to a supportive environment.
Benefits
• Monday to Friday with no weekend work.
• regular training, career development opportunities, and a clear path for progression.
• Enjoy two paid wellbeing days annually and paid time off during Christmas closures.
• Paid day off on your birthday.
• Monthly team appreciation events.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and are looking for a dynamic, caring, and forward-thinking team to grow with, apply today!

Join Our Team as a Support Worker in Woodley, Reading!

Location: Woodley, Reading, RG5 (Just a 5 min drive from the Woodley Town Centre Shopping Precinct)
Pay Rate: £11.70 per hour (+ £50 per Sleep-In Shift)
Position: Full-Time (37.5 Hours Per Week)
Requirements: Full UK Manual Driver's License (essential)

Are you a friendly, outgoing individual who's passionate about making a difference? We're looking for someone with a great sense of humor, an adventurous spirit, and the enthusiasm to help people live life to the fullest! If this sounds like you, we'd love to have you on our team!

Who Will You Be Supporting?

In this active, friendly home, you'll support three fantastic gentlemen, each with their own unique interests and vibrant personalities:

- Gent 1 has Fragile X syndrome and enjoys exploring his hobbies. He's a big comic book fan and loves conventions, cinema trips, and football - he recently created a Tin Man sculpture for Halloween, and it's currently in the running for a prize!

- Gents 2 and 3 are more independent but love social activities. They're sociable, enjoy music, and regularly catch up at the Friday disco. Both attend a day center three times a week and are always up for new experiences, from bike rides to holidays and beyond.

These gentlemen are supported to maintain independence and build connections with their families, who are closely involved in their lives.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Support Worker, you'll play a key role in enhancing the lives of these individuals, ensuring they have the opportunity to experience new activities and fulfill their goals. Responsibilities include:

- Empowering Independence: Provide active support to keep the gentlemen engaged, with some 1:1 support for the youngest resident.

- Daily Living Support: Assist with varying levels personal care, meal preparation, and medication as needed.

- Social Engagement: Whether it's helping them get to the day center, cheering them on at the Friday disco, or supporting them in exploring new hobbies, your proactive and social approach will make each day exciting and fulfilling.

- Building Relationships: You'll be a steady presence, working closely with their families and friends to keep them connected to their loved ones.

Shift Patterns:

- Day Shifts: 7am - 3:30pm

- Afternoon Shifts: 3:30pm - 10pm

- Sleep-In Shifts: 10pm - 7am (paid at hourly rate until 9:30am)

- Flexible rotas provided 4 weeks in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.

Why Choose Dimensions?

- Award-Winning Workplace: Recognized as one of the UK's best workplaces in the 'super large' category by the Great Place to Work Institute six years in a row.

- Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave.

- Career Development: Access paid training and opportunities to further your career through funded accredited courses.

- Well-Being Focus: Benefit from our comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network.

- Values-Driven: Join a team that puts people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do.

- Referral Bonus: Receive a £200 bonus if you refer a friend and they're successfully employed.

- Additional Perks: Enjoy the Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships.

Other Important Information

- Immediate Reviews: Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will continue until positions are filled.

- Equality Commitment: Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned.

- DBS Disclosure: An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Dimensions.

- Inclusive Workforce: We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.

- Disability Confident: We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

- BSL Support: British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

This is a holiday cover for 3 weeks helping, covering a busy reception, working for a lovely client based in Reading town centre.

Receptionist Duties
Greeting Visitors: Welcome guests and clients warmly, ensuring a positive first impression
Answering Phones: Managing incoming calls, directing them to the appropriate departments or taking messages as needed.
Scheduling Appointments: Coordinate and schedule meetings, appointments, and events for staff and clients.
Managing Correspondence: Handle incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and packages efficiently.
Maintaining Records: Keep accurate records of visitors, appointments, and other relevant information.
Office Supplies Management: Monitor and order office supplies to ensure the reception area is well-stocked
Providing Information: Assist visitors with enquiries

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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For further details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached or contact Bolajoko.Awe@royalberkshire.nhs.uk.

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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.

Contract Support - Reading - FM Provider - Up to £35k per annum

Do you have experience Scheduling Engineers' diaries, raising PO's, and liaising with sub-contractors?

CBW are on the lookout for experienced Contract Support Administrators/Officers to join our M&E specialist client based in City of London.

Hours of Work / Details:

- 08:00am to 17:00pm
- Monday to Friday
- Office based
- Permanent position
- Up to £35k per annum

Key Duties:

- Raising Quotes for client portfolio
- Raising Purchase Orders and placing orders for engineers, sub-contractors
- Completing all paperwork for monthly billing
- Supervision of all WIP for the Contract portfolio ensuring that invoices are produced in a timely manner.
- Compiling month end billing, inclusive of sales invoices + closure of WIP
- Ensuring all client files are maintained accurately and kept up-to-date
- Processing timesheets / job sheets / expenses weekly
- Producing monthly payroll including labour / on call and expenses report
- Maintaining engineer on call rota
- Maintenance of E-log books – Online portal for PPM planner
- Positively respond to both internal and external customers through effective communication and personal accessibility, while optimising contract performance
- Ensuring that all documentation is received from Sub-contractors with regards to Health & Safety and Company Legislation.


Requirements:

- Must have Contract Support experience
- Experience working in a fast paced environment
- Experience with CAFM systems
- Experience with multiple contracts
- General administration experience
- IT proficient

Please send your CV to Abbie at CBW Staffing Solutions for more information.

Group Learning Support Reading is our largest provision across the group, with a wider team of 300+ staff members all playing a critical part to our students that require educational support throughout their learning journey.Job title: Student Support AssistantSalary: up to £13.02phContract type: FTC (until July 2025)Location: Reading CollegeBenefits: Term time only, Part time and Full-time opportunities available, Access to Learning Support Essentials training courseReading College is open from 8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday and therefore we expect our staff to be available to commit to these working hours over a minimum of 3 days per week.The Role: Student Support Assistants Our Student Support Assistants make a difference in the lives of our students with additional support needs by enabling them to reach their full educational potential. Our tailored pathway programmes, including GCSEs, LifeSkills, and A-levels, ensure that all students can overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Student Support Assistants act as role models, adopting our learning philosophy, values and learning techniques to enable our students to progress throughout their course.Staff at Reading College work with young adults aged 16-19 years who are enrolled on a variety of academic and vocational courses and are studying at all levels, from entry qualifications to Level 3. Where necessary you may be required to support students with personal care needs from time to time as well as positive behaviour management adopting a tailored approach to the individual student.There are fantastic working spaces, including specialist workshops and salons for students. Students come to an FE College like Reading because they want to learn in a more practical way – they want to be active learners with real life applications and a clear focus on developing skills for the workplace or higher education.Staff who support learners at Reading College are integral to the ultimate success of learners. It is a great place to work if you have a desire to share your skills and knowledge with students.What do you need to be a successful Student Support Assistants at Activate Learning?Strong communication skills to collaborate with tutors and ensure the effective delivery of further education programs, as well as to work efficiently within a coordination team.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Flexibility and adaptability.A creative and innovative approach to motivating learners and providing support.Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to assist students with diverse learning needs.While previous experience as a teaching assistant and supporting individuals with SEN is beneficial, it is not mandatory.Experience in providing personal care and manual handling, or a willingness to undergo training.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:Here are some of our 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.For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit our work with us/wellbeing and benefits page.Applicants 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.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role entails