Total 102 Sales / Marketing job vacancies in Reading, RG1 5LR

Zest Optical are supporting a leading manufacturer in the optical industry to recruit a Field Service Engineer into their ever-expanding team.

Well-established as one of the leading manufacturers of smart and efficient instruments and technologies in the industry, our client has developed a fantastic reputation for offering a whole range of services and forged long-lasting relationships with a number of leading eye care providers in the UK.

Field Service Engineer (Optical / Ophthalmic) - Role

• Primary responsibility of providing technical support for partners throughout Surrey, Berkshire, West Sussex and Hampshire
• Perform on-site installations, preventive maintenance, software / hardware updates and repairs
• Instructing/training customers on technical operation and maintenance of equipment
• Manage and control field inventory, tools, test equipment, technical documentation, and other assigned equipment
• Variety of individual and team projects

Field Service Engineer (Optical / Ophthalmic) - Requirements

• Previous experience as a Field Service Professional in the Optical or Healthcare industries
• Can demonstrate functional technical, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills with customers required

Field Service Engineer (Optical / Ophthalmic) - Package

• Base salary up to £45,000
• Fully expensed vehicle
• Comprehensive benefits package

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: 15 month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The SSEN-Distribution business is undergoing a significant period of change, including a large-scale transformation programme known as The Bridge Programme. The Bridge Programme aims to 'rewire' the entire end-to-end business to transform Distribution into a customer-centric, digitally-enabled, industry leader.

As Business Readiness Lead, you'll ensure business change activities and deliverables are delivered on time, to quality and within budget. You'll apply change methodology, support in determining benefits, assess progress, and ensure quality assurance across one or more projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Apply the required change methodology and ensure effective delivery of programs and projects.

- Ensure appropriate governance frameworks and quality assurance on all business change deliverables.

- Oversee the development of the business readiness assessment and collect, analyse and report business readiness results to leadership.

- Coordinate with Change Lead to monitor areas of low readiness and adapt change initiatives accordingly.

- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure effective delivery of change and benefits realisation.

What do I need?

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

- Significant experience in Business Change discipline with relevant qualifications or industry training preferred.

- Proficiency in Project Management methodologies (Agile/Waterfall/APMG) and experience working on cross-functional projects.

- Excellent organisational skills to support business readiness activities.

- Ability to identify and address barriers to readiness effectively.

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of interacting with all levels of the organisation.

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.

Sales Assistant

Salary: £ 11.86 per hour, plus quarterly bonus
Location: Reading
Contract Details: Permanent

"If you excel in building connections and radiate positivity, our Sales Assistant role is tailor-made for you! Embrace the opportunity to provide outstanding customer service to both professionals and DIY enthusiasts while enjoying the benefits of our recent salary increase. We're proud to offer a new competitive compensation package that recognises your dedication and contributions.

This is a full time 40 hr per week role, and you need to be available to work shifts between 7am and 5pm Mon-Fri. You will also work some Saturday shifts (8am to noon) on a rotational basis, to which you will have time off in lieu.

We are also looking for the following skills and criteria:
* Customer service experience (telephone or face to face in any industry). Ideally you should have a background in sales and retail
* IT literate
* Working as part of a small close-knit team
* Able to work with minimum supervision
* Having the right behaviours and work ethic
* Consistent in roles in previous experience

About You:
* Showcase strong customer service skills
* Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
* Thrive in a calm and collected manner under pressure
* Proficient in operating electronic tills
* Embrace ongoing coaching and support for career advancement and skill-building
* Enjoy a collaborative work environment that values supporting colleagues

Our Offer:
* Lucrative sales-based bonus
* No evening or Sunday shifts
* 25 days of holiday
* Pension Scheme with a generous contribution match
* Up to 50% store discount (extended to family and friends)
* Comprehensive training and continuous career development
* Flexible benefit scheme, including cycle to work and discounted gym membership

About Dulux Decorator Centres:

Dulux Decorator Centre, the UK's largest paint and decorating merchant with over 230 nationwide stores, is a proud member of the AkzoNobel group. We stand out as a unique employer, committed to your success, offering a remarkable benefits package, extensive training, and recognition as a Top 100 Employer with 'Investors in People-Gold' accreditation. We prioritise a healthy work-life balance and mental well-being, considering flexible working options for all roles. Join us in shaping a vibrant and fulfilling career!

For more information and to apply, please click on the apply button.

Sales Assistant Reading:

You're probably already familiar with this household name paint brand and its adorable mascot, but have you considered working for them? If you're a people person with the drive to deliver excellent customer service, they've got just the job for you.

The Role

This is a full time 40 hr per week role, and you need to be available to work shifts between 7am and 5pm Mon-Fri. You will also work some Saturday shifts (8am to noon) on a rotational basis, to which you will have time off in lieu.

Their decorator centre in Reading is looking for a new Sales Assistant. Building relationships with customers, merchandising stock and packing orders, you'll spend most of your time speaking to and assisting customers, ensuring they receive expert advice, exceptional service and a perfect cuppa every time they shop with them.

We are also looking for the following skills and criteria:

• Customer service experience (telephone or face to face in any industry) Ideally you should have a background in sales and retail
• IT literate
• Working as part of a small close-knit team
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Having the right behaviours and work ethic
• Consistent in roles in previous experience

Why work for this well-known brand?

They aren't just any employer. This reputable business does things differently.

They want you to enjoy your role and see you succeed, so offer a fantastic benefits package and all the training needed to progress in your career. Testament to how happy their staff are, they've been recognised as a Top 100 Employer, achieving Investors In People Gold for their commitment to the development of their people.

Benefits include:

• No evening or Sunday shifts
• 25 days holiday
• Up to 50% off all products sold in store (including family and friends discount)
• A defined contribution pension scheme (they'll pay in double the amount you do!)
• Sales-based bonus schemes
• Flexible yearly benefits suite, allowing you to pick and choose additional benefits (e.g. 'cycle to work' schemes, discounted gym memberships and childcare vouchers)

More about the company

You will be working for a well-known brand that is part of a market-leading global business. They have the largest decorating store network in the UK and see huge successes year-on-year. They currently have over 200 stores, with more opening all the time.

Manpower UK is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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: Perth, Reading or Cardiff - this is a hybrid role working a minimum two days a week from the office at one of the advertised locations.

Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + 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?

In this strategic role, you will be pivotal in leading and developing Corporate PPA (CPPA) sales initiatives for SSE Business Energy. Leveraging internal and external relationships, you will deliver and create products that align with both the market's needs and corporate sustainability commitments. As part of your role, you will:

- Own and hit the sales targets for our CPPA products by enhancing existing offers and acting as the go-to expert within the sales team.

- Seek new CPPA opportunities among current customers and prospects, driving growth and customer engagement.

- Lead the continual development of the ECS Corporate PPA proposition, analysing potential products and engaging direct marketing strategies.

- Collaborate with multiple SSE departments to ensure seamless development and delivery of projects.

- Act as the representative of SSE at external events and conferences, enhancing our corporate presence and influence in the market.

What do I need?

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

- Proven experience in sales and developing customer-facing energy products, with direct insight into Corporate PPAs highly advantageous.

- Adept at translating complex information and advising senior executives effectively.

- Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and achieving positive business outcomes in a rapidly changing environment.

- Strong understanding of energy markets, commercial strategies and sustainability impacts relevant to our business.

- Capable of maintaining robust business relationships and acting as a trusted advisor across various internal and external levels.

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.

Hours: Evenings and Weekends - 8 hours a week with opportunity to work more hours.
Salary: £8.85 - £11.90 Per Hour

Why Superdrug?

Passionate about beauty and health? Love talking to customers? Working as a Sales Adviser in one of our stores is fun and no two days are the same. Hard work, yes, but rewarding too, with great benefits and opportunities to progress. A Sales Adviser role is just the start!

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we aim to have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling!

Here's the exciting bit… A great day includes:

In our Sales Advisers, we look for a positive mindset, people who can support their team to get things done and enjoy getting involved. Your role at Superdrug as one of our Sales Advisers will be all about serving customers where you will deliver excellent service and make sure customers don’t miss out on any of our great Star Buys. You’ll help ensure that the store is well stocked, and a high level of store presentation is maintained and will actively be involved in achieving the store targets. To support your development, you’ll also can be trained in ear and nose piercing to support our fast-growing piercing business in store.

It is a great experience that will prepare you for even bigger challenges. Superdrug Sales Advisers are extremely important to us, we recognise that you are our future Team Leaders. We will actively develop your skills and offer real career progression supported by our excellent in-house training and Apprenticeship qualifications.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Confident and clear communication skills
• Passionate about retail and customer service
• Desire to learn and improve your knowledge/skills
• Willingness to carry out piercing services for our customers (training provided) (Optional)
• Flexible in working hours and adaptable to change

Here’s how you are rewarded

• Up to 28 days holiday
• Up to 30% discount for you and a nominated friend or family member
• Excellent training
• Great sales incentives
• Get instant access to Wagestream. A tool that lets you track your earnings in real-time, access a percentage of your pay as you earn it, learn easy tips for managing your money and save straight from your pay into pots for the future.
• Enhanced company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support

Come and be part of something special!

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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.

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!

Ophthalmic Lens Trainer job covering Southern England. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Regional Lens Trainer for a leading manufacturer of Ophthalmic Lenses. The purpose of this role is to plan and deliver product, sales & retail training activities to key customers across Southern England.

Ophthalmic Lens Trainer - Role

• Visit optical stores to train and communicate on products and services.
• Organise, coordinate and host digital learning initiatives including live webinars.
• To develop training ideas to enhance sales levels.
• Supporting the Head of EPS with projects.
• Supporting the Head of EPS with training content creation (CET, technical product training, dispensing & retail optimisation) creating storyboard, presentations and adapt this content to various formats (e-learning platform, ppt…) with the support of the marketing team.
• Supporting the sales team with customer training requirements and their KPIs.

Ophthalmic Lens Trainer - Requirements

• Dispensing Optician qualification
• Working on own initiative to tight deadlines
• Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing
• Ability to effectively analyse and interpret data

Ophthalmic Lens Trainer - Salary

• Excellent base salary
• Company car and a range of additional benefits
• Monday - Friday working

To avoid missing out on this opportunity please click on the Apply Now link below.

The must haves for you to be considered for this role: Working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft applications Higher National Certificate, Vocational Qualifications level 4 or 5, foundation degree, Higher National Diploma, diploma or equivalent level of knowledge. Previous secretarial/administration experience Ability to work under pressure Excellent organisational skills 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: Brooke Marshall on 07870484361 or email: brooke.marshall@berkshire.nhs.ukwholl 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 Liaison Diversion (L&D) service sits as a top priority within the government’s criminal justice agenda. The L&D serviceoperatesby referring offenders who are identified with having mental health, learning disabilities, or other vulnerabilities toan appropriate treatmentor support service. The service is high profile with research being conducted to feed into national policy, service development and best practice.


The service forms a service provision that spansregion of Thames Valley. This post has a primary base inReading, withsomepotentialtravelacrossThames Valleyfor training,meetingsetc.


The post holderis required toprovide administrative and clerical support to theThames ValleyL&Dservice. The post holder will work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team andassistin the promotion of high-quality service.

• To act asBusiness SupportAdministrator for Thames ValleyL&Dservice
• Take minutes atManagement,Team& ProjectMeetings and follow up actions including administration of invitations, distribution of agendas and room booking
• Preparationand in-putof roster schedules usingHealthRoster
• Managing changes in shift requirements and absences (e.g., holiday & sickness) and updating roster schedules
• Support New Starters through the Trust Induction and local onboarding process (including ID verification, Police vetting, IT access and equipment)
• Support the Admin & Data Manager withdata collection, filtering andcleansingtolocateand correct problems. Producing ad-hoc data reports as and whenrequested.
• Liaise and communicate effectively with external agencies including other mental health services,policeand service users
• Monitor and report on the allocation and use of Lone Worker Devices
• Assistin screening of telephone calls and transferringaccurateinformation to the clinicians
• To accept tasks under the direct supervision of the clinicians and Admin Manager,maintainingclose liaison with those concerned and reporting back (including providing support for ad hoc projects and new service implementations)
• Tomonitorstationery, uniformandPPEstocksand re-order as necessary(using Unit4ERP online procurement system)
• Monitor staff supervisions ensuringtimelyaction byManagers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The “must haves” for you to be considered for this role: 

1. Working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft applications  
2. Higher National Certificate, Vocational Qualifications level 4 or 5, foundation degree, Higher National Diploma,diplomaor equivalent level of knowledge.
3. Previoussecretarial/administration experience
4. Ability to work under pressure
5. Excellent organisational skills

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.We strongly encourage you to review how you meet thecriteria in theperson specificationand write about thispoint-by-pointin your supporting statementfor the best chance of being shortlisted.For further application tips – see thehelp with your applicationdocument attachedonce you click apply.


Ifyou’resomeone 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. Pleasedon’thesitate to call: Brooke Marshallon 07870484361 or email: brooke.marshall@berkshire.nhs.uk who’llbe 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 whererequired.




This advert closes on Sunday 14 Jul 2024

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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.

Wednesday 6am to 10am
Friday 6am to 10am
Sunday 8am to 12pm
Hours:12 hours a week with opportunity to work more hours.
Salary: £8.85 - £11.90 Per Hour

Why Superdrug?

Passionate about beauty and health? Love talking to customers? Working as a Sales Adviser in one of our stores is fun and no two days are the same. Hard work, yes, but rewarding too, with great benefits and opportunities to progress. A Sales Adviser role is just the start!

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we aim to have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling!

Here's the exciting bit… A great day includes:

In our Sales Advisers, we look for a positive mindset, people who can support their team to get things done and enjoy getting involved. Your role at Superdrug as one of our Sales Advisers will be all about serving customers where you will deliver excellent service and make sure customers don’t miss out on any of our great Star Buys. You’ll help ensure that the store is well stocked, and a high level of store presentation is maintained and will actively be involved in achieving the store targets. To support your development, you’ll also can be trained in ear and nose piercing to support our fast-growing piercing business in store.

It is a great experience that will prepare you for even bigger challenges. Superdrug Sales Advisers are extremely important to us, we recognise that you are our future Team Leaders. We will actively develop your skills and offer real career progression supported by our excellent in-house training and Apprenticeship qualifications.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Confident and clear communication skills
• Passionate about retail and customer service
• Desire to learn and improve your knowledge/skills
• Willingness to carry out piercing services for our customers (training provided) (Optional)
• Flexible in working hours and adaptable to change

Here’s how you are rewarded

• Up to 28 days holiday
• Up to 30% discount for you and a nominated friend or family member
• Excellent training
• Great sales incentives
• Get instant access to Wagestream. A tool that lets you track your earnings in real-time, access a percentage of your pay as you earn it, learn easy tips for managing your money and save straight from your pay into pots for the future.
• Enhanced company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support

Come and be part of something special!

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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.