Total 93 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Slough, Berkshire

About The Role
To ensure the profitable, efficient and safe operation of all allocated contracts, to include all peripheral services supplied to clients either directly or outsourced.

To provide a quality service delivery to all customers in accordance with legislative requirements and company procedures while ensuring effective and adequate financial forecasting, budgeting and analysis of direct cost and overhead.

Ultimately responsible for debt management, disputes, resolution and accurate and comprehensive invoicing ensuring timely cash collection in accordance with agreed targets.

To effectively manage all employees within your portfolio and take ultimate control recruitment, work scheduling, training and pay and conditions.

To ensure adequate cover is established for all sites during periods of holidays and absence.

To retain existing business and support the sales team in achieving relevant growth targets for new work.

You will be working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, on a permanent, full-time basis. Main Duties & Responsibilities of the Role:

• Manage the delivery of all services in your specific area to provide consistently high levels of performance that meet contractual obligations to customers and the strategic objectives of the Division.
• Have full P & L accountability for your area of operation and ensure that it is managed within budget, ensuring that maximum revenue and gross margin are achieved.
• Develop plans for the profitable growth of your area, defining key goals and timelines for the development of the area.
• Communicate clearly and positively with staff at all levels in your area to create a focus on business goals and build an environment where all staff are valued for their contribution
• Build a network of close partnerships with customers in the Area, developing strong account management and encouraging multi-level relationships between all services, teams and customer teams.
• Liaise with other Managers to ensure high levels of staff motivation and productivity, increasing staff retention.
• Support the sales function where required in preparing commercial tenders and in delivering sales presentations relevant to developing the business in the Area.
• Take an active part with Senior Management in ensuring the retention of major contracts that come up for re-tender within the Area.
• To participate fully in any relevant external bodies and all opportunities for networking that raise the profile of OCS.Some activities being outside normal office hours.
• Liaise with OCS internal and external statutory bodies to ensure compliance with OCS and industry regulations with particular emphasis on ISO quality systems and health & safety.
• Recruit, develop and if necessary, manage the performance of all onsite operational management to deliver OCS and customer requirements within the Area.
• Motivate site managers, supervisors and staff throughout the Area to deliver high quality service to customers.
• Ensure accuracy of scheduling system and employee compliance with booking procedures.
• To ensure all overdue invoices and bad debt are dealt with and cleared within 90 days.

Requirements:

• Practical experience in quality establishment.
• Management experience within catering environment gained in Contract catering
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Knowledge of other soft services such as cleaning and security experience would be an advantage.
• Experience of managing a catering multi-site, service-based, national, low margin business with a minimum turnover of £2m.
• Proven track record of direct operational management experience which has been gained ideally within the catering services industry with full P&L accountability.
• Evidence of "hands-on" operational experience and a track record of successful client relationship management.
• Proven record of managing, motivating, developing and retaining a dispersed workforce through others.
• Evidence of having grown the businesses for which P&L accountability is claimed above.
• Must be self-motivated and results orientated with effective inter - personal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize workload and delegate effectively to direct reports.
• Ability to mentor and develop subordinates, counselling and coaching as necessary.
• High degree of interest in their own personal development and future career progression.
• Flexible approach to working hours required.
• Full driving licence essential.

About The Company
OCS UK & Ireland, part of the OCS Group, is a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading/Portsmouth preferred - you will be home based with travel to local sites

Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Business Change Manager. You will be responsible for steering transformative initiatives and ensuring projects align with organisational goals and standards. This role is pivotal for driving change and operational improvements.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing multiple project lifecycles from initiation to completion in complex change or transformation environments.
• Deliver a program-specific budget and benefits profile of at least £4m while effectively managing stakeholder relationships.
• Develop and implement robust change management methodologies and principles to support business transformation.
• Navigate and assess risks in sensitive environments, ensuring compliance with regulatory and best practice standards.
• Enhance communication and engagement efforts with excellent written and verbal skills.

What do I need?

To excel in this role, you will need the following:

• Significant experience in Business Change or Transformation and best practices within large, complex programs, with a preference for LEAN Six Sigma.
• Previous people management and experience with change impacts.
• Proven experience managing program-specific budgets of at least £4m.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels.
• Skilled in identifying change impacts in sensitive environments brought about by transformation initiatives.
• Insight into business IT requirements and their impacts on staff, especially field-based personnel.

You should have an awareness of the inter-relationship between Distribution, Transmission, and a broad knowledge of other SSE businesses.

While not a requirement for the role, a professional qualification or accreditation in change, transformation, or program delivery would be advantageous.

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 team work 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 Stacey on 01738 342529.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

A patient focused group of independent Opticians are looking for a full or part time Optometrist for their well-established Thatcham practice.

You will be able to provide patents with a personalised experience, utilising some of the most advanced equipment available.

Optometrist - Role

• Modern independent
• Single testing room
• Small, close knit team
• Loyal patient base
• Focus on patient care
• Providing thorough sight tests to patients - 30 mins
• Advanced equipment - Optomap, OCT, Tonometer, digital slitlamp
• Optix computer system
• Working alongside an experienced Dispensing Optician
• High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/contact lenses you want to dispense
• Working 3, 4 or 5 days a week including Saturdays
• Opening hours from 9am to 5.30pm (5pm on a Sat)
• Salary between £50,000 to £60,000 DOE, plus bonus
• Staff discount
• Private medical insurance
• Private indemnity insurance
• Life cover
• Relocation package available
• Continuous training and development
• Encouraged to pick up additional accreditations and specialisms - areas like dry eye, macular degeneration, glaucoma, specialist contact lenses, myopia control and orthokeratology.
• Support from other Optoms, Trainers and Professional services teams

Optometrist - Requirements

• Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• Happy to work as the sole Optom
• Willing to learn and develop
• Wants be able to provide the very best eye test possible
• Wants to provide higher levels of communication and patient engagement
• Focus on clinical excellence

To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.

Join Our Team as a Business Analyst!

About Us:
Our Digital, Data, and Technology team drives our organization's success through strategic deployment of digital platforms, robust infrastructure, agile development, and insightful data analysis. We partner with customers to create solutions that support innovation, reduce complexity, and improve efficiency globally.

The Role:
As a Business Analyst, you'll support our organisational transformation program by providing advanced analysis and support for business transformation projects. You'll identify, capture, and analyse user needs, drive deliverables, support stakeholder management, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
" Deliver detailed business and functional requirement specifications.
" Map as-is and to-be processes.
" Assess potential solutions for technical and business suitability.
" Identify improvement areas for existing systems and work-flows.
" Present findings and requirements to stakeholders and obtain sign-off.
" Challenge business teams to ensure optimal solutions.
" Provide input to test scenarios and plans.
" Continuously review and update requirements and business processes.
" Introduce best practices for business analysis.
" Support supplier management and process.
" Conduct impact assessment and analysis for change requests.

What We're Looking For:
Knowledge:
" Best practices in digital and data transformation, project management, and solution design.
" Change management and business adoption of digital solutions.
" Business process improvement and design.
" User research best practices.
Experience:
" Substantial experience in Business Analysis for complex business change projects.
" Proven success in managing stakeholder relationships independently.
" Customer-oriented mindset focused on delivering usable solutions.
" Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
" Ability to challenge and build consensus with key stakeholders.

Skills:
" Strong technical knowledge, including the solution development lifecycle.
" Ability to conduct thorough analysis from various sources.
" Capacity to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
" Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.
" Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
" Resourcefulness and initiative with a drive to deliver exceptional results.
" Team player mentality.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a dynamic team driving impactful projects and meaningful change across our global business areas. If you're passionate about business analysis and thrive in a transformative environment, we want to hear from you!

Finance Business Partner
Location: Berkshire
Contract: Temporary (3-6 months initial)
Rate: £550-600 per day umbrella
Start Date: ASAP
*Mostly Remote*
Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Berkshire for a Finance Business Partner to join their Family Help & Safeguarding team on a temporary basis. As the Finance Business Partner (Family Help & Safeguarding) you will work with the Head of Finance and Strategic Financial Business Partner in delivering a high-quality finance business partner service to meet the objectives of the service and within the budgetary envelope. The role reports directly to the Head of Finance for Brighter Futures and has line management responsibility for 3 staff - 2 management accountants and an accountancy assistant.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Finance and Strategic Finance Business Partner in the production and delivery of the 3-year Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS), working closely with the Service Director and Service Managers and budget holders.
• Lead on the budget setting, budget monitoring and budget forecasting process for the directorate for Family Help & Safeguarding, which includes children's social care placements and staffing costs, and providing an integrated approach to give confidence to the financial reporting framework.
• Support the delivery of business cases and projects for transformation and/or savings proposals working with the Head of Finance and Strategic Financial Business Partner in a coordinated manner, especially in regard of the commercial and trading advice.
• Undertake robust variance analysis providing evidence to support this and to support the service area in identifying opportunities, trends, efficiencies, and good practice that will mitigate against overspends that benefit both the service and the company.
• Work with the relevant service budget managers and finance team colleagues, to deliver the end of year close-down process as directed for the company, and feed into the consolidated group accounts.

Candidate Criteria

• Qualified CCAB/CIMA Accountant, preferably CIPFA
• Experience of working at a Senior level in Childrens Finance in a Local Authority
• Experience of budget preparation and budget monitoring within a Local Authority
• Experience of closedown of accounts is highly desirable
• Great communication skills and ability to work professionally and adapt to any team fit.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

Tender Planner required for Major National Civil Engineering Contractor specialising in the Highways & Rail Sectors.

This is a fully remote role requiring occasional meetings and interface with colleagues.

Overall Job Purpose:

* To prepare tender programmes and methodology statements in the most efficient and effective manner in accordance with the project requirements, so that any submission provides the maximum opportunity for success for both Octavius and our customers.

* To contribute to the team's understanding of key project risks and developing solutions that enable these risks to be removed, mitigated or managed.

* To explore potential opportunities and alternative methodologies that enhance our chances of success in competitive tenders and add value for our customers. Accountabilities / Responsibilities: Working within the pre-delivery team to provide a service to the relevant business unit leader, the individual will work with stakeholders across the business to maximise successful bids for contracts and ensure future success by:

* Preparing detailed tender programmes for bid submissions that are fully compliant with all contract requirements and that all time related risks are fully understood and communicated to the team.

* Preparing robust and efficient project methodologies, based on current best practice and innovative solutions.

* Resource-loading programmes to enable comparison with estimated resource usage.

* Proactively and promptly identifying temporary works requirements and working with the engineering team to develop solutions.

* Identifying and highlighting project risks and contributing to the tender risk and opportunities register.

The role will also require:

* Establishing and developing high-quality value-added relationships with suppliers and specialists to ensure that the submitted tender programmes take due cognisance of supplier's constraints and construction phasing.

* Providing continuity in project programme, methodology and project constraints to the operational team during the early stages of project implementation.

* Maintaining close liaison with delivery teams on live contracts.

* Maintaining awareness of current best practice and capturing feedback of tender stage programmes and methodology and incorporate learning into new tenders.

* Participating in post-bid reviews to identify lessons learnt and propose improvements to implement.

In order to continually improve you will also:

* Actively seek feedback internally and externally with a consistent focus on what we can do to be more productive and efficient.

* Ensure all decisions are made in line with the Delegated Authority Matrix and Company procedures and policies in particular compliance with the Gateway procedure.

* Persist with business improvement ideas despite other commitments and ensure the business learns from problems solved and incorporates the learning into future procedures.

Key Deliverables:

* Tender programmes that address all requirements as defined in tender documents

* Tender stage methodology statements

* Resource-loading and cost-loading programmes as required

* Risk/Opportunity Registers

* Tender stage temporary works schedules

* Cash flow forecasts as required

CAPABILITY Personal qualities:

* A collaborative, team player and relationship builder who can interact with a broad and diverse group of customers, suppliers and operational employees

* Able to make and communicate a strong case to colleagues and customers alike

* Organised - able to prioritise to customer and business requirements

* Resilient and perseverant

* Accuracy and attention to detail

* Learning and improving mindset

Experience and knowledge:

* Civil engineering sector (ideal highways and/or rail) projects including time on site

* Knowledge of construction techniques and outputs

* Understanding of access issues and programme constraints

* Understanding of design management issues

* Good communication skills

* Good IT skills - competent use of current programming software

Qualifications:

Degree or equivalent level academic qualification or relevant experience.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Due to relocation we are currently looking to recruit a Business Studies teacher for September 2024.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and dedicated teacher of Business Studies, to join our great Business Studies curriculum area. Business Studies is taught currently taught at GCSE and A Level as well as a Level 3 vocational course.

The Business Studies Department has a suite of dedicated teaching rooms that facilitate specialist teaching in all areas, as well as access to dedicated ICT accommodation. Students learning Business Studies and staff on the team benefit from inspirational and transformational leadership of this important subject area. The ability to offer a second subject such as Law would be an advantageous.

We are relentlessly focused on ensuring great teaching, learning and experiences are at the core of what we do in line with our mantra: Work Hard, Be Nice, No Excuses.We value experienced teachers joining our staff team as much as we do those new to the profession and encourage teachers at all stages of their career to apply. We also welcome applications from colleagues who may wish to explore flexible working arrangements.


We are not able to offer sponsorship.

What the school offers its staff



Slough and Eton is a great school in Chalvey, Slough and is easily accessible via the M4/A4 and only a 20 minute walk from the Elizabeth Line at Slough train station.



If you are interested in finding out more then watch our video here and read the welcome letter from our Headteacher. We encourage you to visit our school too. To arrange a visit please email vacancies@slougheton.com or phone us on 01753 520824 and ask to speak to our HR Manager.



We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to satisfactory references, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and evidence of essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.



When applying please ensure that you address why you are applying for this particular role and why our school. Generic supporting statements are rarely shortlisted.



You can apply online here or via our application form that can be found on our school website at https://www.slougheton.com/vacancies/teaching-posts Completed applications can be sent to Kirstin Sutherland, HR Manager at vacancies@slougheton.com. CVs alone will not be accepted as a valid application.



Closing date: Monday 8th July 2024 (9am)



Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and offer to any promising candidates prior to this date if applications are received early.



We are unable to offer sponsorship. No agencies please.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are, of course, committed to safeguarding the welfare of our students and staff and will conduct all necessary DBS checks as part of our recruitment process.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

The GTS Portfolio Manager role sits within our Group Technology Services team which supports all the core functionality and services across SSE, as well as leading the way with our digital transformation with the latest infrastructure technologies and cloud capabilities to serve our customers.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading and Havant.

Salary: £63,000 - £94,400 + car / car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The IT Platform Change and Transformation function is accountable for delivering all objective key results (OKRs) that are funded and committed within the GTS IT Portfolio, circa £30M per annum. The GTS Portfolio Manager will work closely with the GTS Change Delivery Manager, Head of IT Platform Change and Transformation and Senior Leadership roles to ensure that all change is delivered safely and within agreed guardrails. The portfolio comprises both agile and waterfall type deliveries.

The primary purpose of the Portfolio Manager is the end-to-end management of a large, complex technology portfolio which includes setting governance, standards and controls as well as providing portfolio support into several large value streams. The role is also required to maintain a central portfolio view that enables transparent reporting on performance to a formal governance board monthly, with key stakeholders being the Senior ITLT. The Portfolio Manager will ensure that all stakeholders related to GTS change delivery are aware of their roles and responsibilities and will hold key roles accountable for meeting delivery targets. Where deviations in guardrails are evident, the Portfolio Manager will work proactively with key stakeholders to put rapid recovery plans in place.

Key responsibilities will include leading a team to do the following:

- Portfolio Governance, Standards and Controls - Setting and documenting end to end governance standards and controls. Ensure governance R&Rs are well understood across the GTS function through regular training and communications. Work with external stakeholders such as Architecture, Security and Service Transition to encompass broader standards and governance to form an end-to-end delivery framework.

- Portfolio Assurance - Put the right checks and balances in place to ensure governance and standards are being followed. Ensuring that any deviations are detected quickly and recovery plans are put in place as soon as possible.

- Portfolio Support - To help size and flexibly scale a portfolio support team to support multiple large value streams. Oversee other tasks needed to support the portfolio such as assisting in recruitment and onboarding of resources.

- Portfolio Performance Reporting - Maintain working level portfolio and report weekly to Head of IT Platform Change and Transformation in conjunction with the Change Delivery Manager and ensure weekly Value Stream and Workstream reporting is completed by Delivery Leads.

- Portfolio Shaping and Planning - Co-ordinate integrated planning with Platform Owners and Senior Delivery Leads. Work with key senior stakeholders to consolidate planning inputs into investment proposals to shape the quarterly asks against portfolio for finance and resources.

What do I need?

- Extensive experience in a leadership role driving cadence on a large complex technical portfolio with ability to create a high performing digital portfolio team that can support a large technical portfolio.

- PPM or equivalent Agile qualifications such as Lean Portfolio to support a hybrid delivery framework.

- Extensive experience in production of high-quality governance/standards and managing senior stakeholders and governance boards.

- Experience in leading portfolio change through introducing PPM tools and processes.

- Strong stakeholder management and excellent communication skills is key for this role along with the ability to engage with stakeholders across all levels.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

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.

Further actions

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 David on 01738 275846.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

Up to £30,000 per annum (dependent on qualification and experience)
FTC – 3 months
Previous resource planning experience required
On-site position
Car driver required due to location
Nr Newbury – RG18 9NU
We have a vacancy for a resource planner to join Prior’s Court workforce team to manage the rotas for our residential homes to ensure the best utilisation of resource to support our young people

We are looking for a resource planner to actively manage the staff rotas across the organisation.

You will be working in collaboration with the learning & wellbeing teams to identify coverages and shortages in staffing levels and resolving these to ensure an optimal and safe staffing level is always maintained across site.

You will support the management and leadership teams to ensure resource is well planned to deliver outcomes and look to tackle any staffing issues well in advance.

To support our young people, we work shifts to maximise coverage, thus this role will be full time, 37hours a week on a rota basis. We have early shifts (06:15 to 16:15) (10:00 to 20:00) where you will work 4/5 days per week, Including 1 in 2 weekends

You will ideally come from a workforce planning/resource planning background. Ideally you will have strong organisational skills and are very comfortable with excel. With a can-do attitude, you will be able to naturally build relationships and communicate well at all levels.

Prior's Court was set up by Founding Patron Dame Stephanie Shirley, whose vision of a centre of excellence for children with autism became reality with the opening of Prior's Court School in 1999. We have since grown to support around 90 young people with autism aged between 5-25 years with the opening of Prior's Court Young Adult Provision in 2011.

Since opening, our support team has grown from around 20 to 500 and we have built a reputation as a leading edge educational, vocational, and residential facility for young people with autism. We are situated on 50 acres of parkland with various facilities including accommodation for our young people, a school with a wide range of facilities and offices

Additional information

t: 0161 237 8081

e:recruitment@priorscourt.org.uk.

All positions at the school are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and receipt of the appropriate Right to Work documents. Prior’s Court Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Prior’s Court is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek and embrace differences in thinking, experience, ethnicity, age, gender, faith, personalities and styles.

The different skills, experiences and backgrounds our employees bring to their roles create a workforce as diverse and individual as the young people we support and makes Prior’s Court a special place to work.

We strive for an inclusive environment where employees feel safe, engaged and supported to make a difference.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Following an internal promotion, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team and lead the College’s MIS and Business Support functions.


We have ambitious plans for the future with our ongoing journey to Outstanding and this is an exciting opportunity to join our team and help us achieve our ambitious strategic objectives.

New Directions College is Reading Borough Council’s Adult Community Learning and Skills service.  This year we’re celebrating 65 years of Adult Learning in Reading. We’re a small friendly College delivering to over 2000 learners and Apprentices in Reading each year, directly and through our subcontractors and partners.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.

About you
We are seeking an experienced leader to head up our MIS and Business Support operational functions, to deliver an innovative service, aligned with the college’s aims and objectives and the rules and regulations the service must abide by.


You will be an experienced leader in the FE/Lifelong learning sector and have a track record of successfully leading operational and financial processes in line with ESFA and regulatory body rules and regulations.


You will be skilled at translating and interpreting a range of regulatory body rules and turning these into effective protocols across the service as well as developing impactful mechamisms for cascading information and knowledge to the wider staff team.


You will have had experience of being a Designated Safeguarding Lead as well as Health, Safety and Wellbeing within an FE/adult learning college, and be able to demonstrate the appropriate skills, knowledge and behaviours that are conducive with this role.


You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.

Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:

Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading

Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively

Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential

Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity



Our offer

We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.



A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:

Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave
A wide range of flexible working opportunities
Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)
On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted
Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work
Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax

To find out more about New Directions College, visit the website: www.newdirectionsreading.ac.uk 

For more information on the role please contact Lisa Welch Adult Learning & skills Manager and Principal of New Directions College - Lisa.Welch@reading.gov.uk



Closing date: 7th July 2024.
Interviews will be held on the 19th July in person at New Directions College.


Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About our Business

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible UK & Ireland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSE offices or depots around the UK and Ireland which include but are not limited to: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Reading, Havant, London, Dublin and Belfast.

Salary: £Competitive depending on experience + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

As a Senior Project Engineer at SSE Renewables, you will lead and support engineering teams to design and deliver Battery Energy Storage Systems and Solar PV projects.

Responsibilities include:

- Creating initial designs including site layouts and single line diagrams.

- Supporting planning applications from a technical perspective.

- Collaborating with partners on solutions.

- Performing technical due diligence and ensuring technical quality from detailed design through construction and commissioning.

- Supporting tendering process by creating and reviewing scope of work and technical specifications, managing technical queries and evaluating bids.

- Influencing key stakeholders within and beyond our company to advance projects through our Assurance Process with strong technical leadership.

With over 700MW in delivery and a growing pipeline in the GWs, you will be working on some of the largest BESS and Solar projects in the UK & Ireland. Take a look at one of our recent developments to enter delivery: Construction to start on SSE Renewables 320MW BESS project in Yorkshire | SSE Renewables

This role offers professional growth, supports personal development, and relies on your knowledge of the energy market, transmission, and distribution networks, as well as engineering skills to boost our success and business expansion.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Expertise in power generation project design, development and delivery, experience with LV and HV power networks is preferred.

- Proven skills in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure technical quality in large project development and delivery.

- Experience managing and working with consultants, as well as EPC contractors as well as a collaborative approach for working with colleagues and customers.

- Comprehensive knowledge of the energy sector, including key engineering norms, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.

- Dedication to delivering engineering excellence in world-class projects with a commitment to continual improvement.

- Preferably experienced in solar PV design and delivery including simulation using PVsyst and have Chartered Engineer status or willingness to obtain it within role.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required 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 Andy on 01738 275847.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details and information regarding this role.

About the Role

Base Location: Cardiff, Reading and Perth

Salary: £44,195 - £50,611 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

As a Business Analyst within SSE Business Energy, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping business strategies and processes. You will collaborate with business and IT teams to address and clarify requirements, ensuring that energy solutions are both innovative and viable. Through your analysis, you will help steer projects towards enhancing the operational effectiveness and leading the business closer to achieving its net-zero ambitions. As part of your role you will:

- Work with business and IT teams to clearly define and document requirements, ensuring successful implementation and validation through rigorous testing.

- Marshal requirements and facilitate the identification and design of business processes to accommodate innovative solutions.

- Plan, prioritise, and execute analysis tasks effectively across multiple concurrent projects, consistently meeting cost and schedule targets.

- Conduct qualitative analysis to thoroughly assess business impact, enabling you to present findings to stakeholders at all levels.

- Perform comprehensive scoping during initial and precursor project stages to pinpoint critical issues and define a clear project trajectory.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Extensive experience in a Business Analyst role supporting business critical projects.

- Extensive experience of defining high level and detailed requirements and user stories in a regulated environment with strong advisory skills in recommending efficiency improvements and aligning efforts with business growth.

- Qualified to a Certified Business Analyst standard is desirable (BCS, APMG, IIBA, or equivalent).

- Experience working in both Waterfall and Agile environments and working at all stages of the project lifecycle.

- Understanding and appreciation of working in a heavily regulated environment. Experience of the gas and electricity market, industry, and operations, or similarly regulated industry sector is desirable.

About our Business

The race to net zero is intensifying for businesses of all sizes. Sustainable decisions made today can meet customers' changing needs for tomorrow and bring long-term success for businesses. Part of SSE plc, the UK and Ireland's largest renewable electricity generator, SSE Energy Solutions is different as all its renewable electricity is sourced from SSE's own UK wind and hydro assets.

In addition to providing gas and electricity to businesses across the UK, SSE Energy Solutions invests in, builds and connects localised flexible infrastructure to drive the long-term performance of energy assets. SSE Energy Solutions works with its customers to deliver financially robust plans to bring flexibility and diversity to their energy infrastructure - the low-carbon solutions they need to succeed in the race to net zero.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement (including public holidays), 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted 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 differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Lynsey on 01738 340426.

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.

We are looking for a People Business Partner to join our People and Culture team as maternity cover for 13 months. In this role, you will work as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers for all strategic and operational HR and people issues.

Working closely with the Head of People Business Partnering and members of the People team, you will support the development and delivery of the People Strategy. You will identify the most important people issues and work with senior leaders and managers to ensure these form part of the strategic people agenda ensuring that the wellbeing, diversity and inclusion of our workforce are considered.

The role will involve:

Building and enduring meaningful relationships with directors and managers, to support them to identify and implement associated people solutions.
Work in partnership across the People and Culture function providing the interface between the charity and the people team.
Champion best practice and ensure managers demonstrate the culture, values and behaviours of the charity.
Use HR expertise to support with issues relating to employee relations and people policies.
Provide guidance on people practices such as restructures and succession planning.
Lead on the resolution of Employee Relations issues
Ensure that Wellbeing is kept at the heart of all activities and decisions related to our people
Ensure that diversity and inclusion are at the centre of all people activity.
We’re looking for someone with

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience in a similar role.
A proven track record of providing effective Business Partnering and managing Employee relations effectively.
Strong stakeholder management skills.
What will you get in return?

The opportunity to work for a successful and dynamic charity that has the development of young people at its heart and the wellbeing and development of its people constantly in focus.

From day one we offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan and volunteer leave. Also, 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year.

Through our Flexible Working policy, the DofE provides an opportunity to work flexibly to meet yours and our business needs.

How to apply

If you feel excited by this role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience to become a valued team member, please go to our website and apply.

The deadline for applying for this role is: Midnight 30th June

Interviews will take place on: Thursday 4th July – Via Teams

If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if you would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us by email recruitment@dofe.org.

The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a basic Disclosure and Barring Service check (e.g., DBS/PVG or similar), including 2 years references covering any gaps of employment, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.

The geographical allowance is based on a staff member having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 (pro rata) per annum

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Salary Up to £65,000 per annum plus car allowance

Hours per week: 40

Location: Remote / Hybrid

At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; We recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues, support your career development and offer a range of apprenticeships, and cover the cost of your Blue Light Card so that you can enjoy a wide variety of retail and leisure discounts.

We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our friendly, award-winning team as Project and Commercial Manager.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Project and Commercial Manager will be to ensure the best possible environments are delivered for the residents who form the community of the Avery Healthcare Group. You will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of major refurbishment projects through feasibility, tender, planning and execution of the works.

Other responsibilities include:

• Procurement and management of Avery Healthcare Group’s major refurbishments in the south.
• Working with the consultants in the preparation of Cost Plans, development budgets and the Employer’s Requirements documents.
• Ensuring Health & Safety is planned, considered and executed in accordance with best practice and regulatory requirements.
• Planning and phasing the works with consideration in minimising disruption to the communities and communicating this to the communities and colleagues. The provision of programmes and phasing plans to demonstrate how the works will be executed will be essential.

This list is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities, and other tasks and responsibilities may be allocated to the role which are appropriate for the skills and experience expected in this role.

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience within refurbishment and construction. Experience in working in live environments would be an advantage.
• A minimum of HNC in Building Studies, Project Management, or similar discipline along with professional membership with the CIOB or RICS.
• Appropriate health and safety experience to ensure the Client’s duties under CDM are met and discharged and ensuring Health & Safety is planned, considered and executed in accordance with best practice and regulatory requirements.
• Commercial and financial knowledge, awareness and experience is essential. The individual must be commercially aware with good negotiating skills and be capable of achieving and demonstrating best value outcomes.

As one of the largest providers of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the later years of our resident’s lives should be as enriching as any other. Our vision of ‘creating meaningful lives together’ is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice for residents and employees.

Please note this role will require:

A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.