Total 27 Junior Executive job vacancies in Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 6QW

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our hard working, friendly team at this popular school. This is a fixed term position until 31st August 2025.

You will be required to provide personalised support for individual SEND children or support groups of children in class, as directed by the class teacher. Experience of working with children is preferred. Experience of working with ASD or ADHD children would be an advantage. The successful applicant will be flexible and a good communicator, who enjoys working as part of an enthusiastic team, as well as being able to use their own initiative.

What the school offers its staff

We welcome applicants from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.

Commitment to safeguarding

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

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Shows creativity and passion to engage all children in their learning.

• Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour.

• Is flexible, adaptable and proactive when working as part of a team.

• Is committed to supporting children’s well-being and wants to make a difference.

• Has experience of working with children with SEN/ ASD/SEMH needs

• Has experience of successfully running interventions and teaching small groups

What the school offers its staff

• Enthusiastic children who are well-behaved and eager to learn.

• A supportive, friendly team of colleagues dedicated to delivering the best education for every child.

• A school where everyone is valued and encouraged to seek success through excellent continuous professional development opportunities.

• A school with a strong sense of community, well supported by parents and governors.

• A thriving, well-resourced and popular school with extensive and attractive grounds

Commitment to safeguarding

The Hawthorns Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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

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

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title: Facilities Assistant

Location: New Barn School, Berkshire

Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm

Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per year

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Facilities Assistant to join our close-knit team at New Barn School.

If you are looking to join a dedicated team in a school that will welcome your ideas and re-engage our young people, we would like to hear from you. The successful candidate will support the Facilities Manager in the maintenance and health and safety across our site.

We are seeking a dedicated Facilities Assistant to join our team at New Barn School. As a crucial member of our staff, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the functionality, cleanliness, and safety of our school campus. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the educational experience of our students and support the overall mission of our school.

Responsibilities:

Perform routine maintenance and repairing tasks.
Conducting regular inspections of facilities to identify and address maintenance issues promptly.
Ensure cleanliness and organization throughout the school.
Performing regular cleaning duties.
Assisting with grounds keeping.
Maintaining outdoor recreational areas and equipment.
Supporting safety protocols and procedure.
Conducting safety inspections and reporting any hazards or concerns.
Assisting with emergency preparedness drills and procedures.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Collaborate with other staff members to facilitate the smooth operation of the school environment.
Essential:

Full UK driver’s licence.
Good Numeracy and Literacy skills.
Desirable:

Any additional qualifications pertinent to the job role.
About us

New Barn School offers a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum to pupils, aged 6 – 19 years who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health complexities.

New Barn School takes full advantage of its beautiful settings and fosters a love for using the outdoor curriculum including forest school, farm experiences and horse riding. The school is within a commutable distance of Swindon, Oxford, Andover, Basingstoke and Reading and other surrounding towns and villages. 

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

Our services offer a stable, secure and supportive environment, in which the pupils and young people we care for can develop the skills and confidence necessary to help them fulfil their potential.

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

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

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

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

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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

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Customer Team Member
Location: 4 Monument Close, Essex Street, Newbury, RG14 6QW
Pay: £12.00 per hour
Contract: 20-39 hours per week + regular overtime, permanent, full or part time hours
Working pattern: Varied shifts including early mornings (store opening), afternoons, late evenings (until 10.30pm) and weekends, to be discussed at interview



Full, paid training provided
You can apply for this role using your mobile device (no CV needed!)


You must be aged 18 or over to be a customer team member at Co-op, as it requires working before 6am or after 10pm.


We're looking for Customer Team Members to join our team at Co-op.


When you join Co-op, you'll get amazing benefits including 31 days holiday, a pension with up to 10% Co-op contribution, access to virtual healthcare services for you and your family, and a 30% discount on all Co-op products in our stores.


As a Customer Team Member, you'll be part of a friendly team that's dedicated to helping our customers. We'll look to you to provide them with great service on the tills and the shop floor, while also performing a wide range of other tasks around the store like re-stocking shelves and cleaning up spillages.


At Co-op, we do things a different way. For over 175 years we've focused on making things fairer for our members and their communities, and as a colleague we promise to take care of you. You'll get support for your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, as well as market leading policies to help you through life events from bereavement and pregnancy loss to fertility treatment and menopause.


What you'll do
- Friendly and thoughtful service - you'll put customers first in everything you do: responding to queries, championing Co-op products and Membership, and doing all you can to deliver a great shopping experience
- Work together to make everyone's day better - supporting your store colleagues to solve problems for customers and members
- Make sure the store safe and legal - keep the shelves stocked and make sure prices, dates, and temperatures are all as they should be
- Help introduce new products and services - make changes feel natural, sharing experiences with your colleagues so everyone learns together
- Support your local community - get involved in all kinds of activities and events!

This job would suit people who have
- A genuine care for the needs of customers and members
- Great people skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues
- A positive approach to change and problem solving
- The flexibility to work a range of different shifts

Why Co-op?
- 30% discount on all Co-op products in-store plus 10% discounts on all other brands (increasing to 20% on payday weekends)
- A pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions
- Wagestream- a money management app giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
- 31 days of holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata for part time colleagues)
- Virtual healthcare services for you and your family, including access to GP appointments, eye care, mental health support, and nutrition and fitness consultations
- 24/7 employee assistance service
- Full, paid training and dedicated support for your personal development and career progression
- Rotas shared three weeks in advance and accessible on your phone
- Cycle-to-work scheme

Building an inclusive workplace


We want to build diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want our stores to be inclusive environments, where our colleagues can reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.


If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.


We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.


If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.


You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.


You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing.



As part of the application process for this job, you'll need to complete two online assessments. It will take around 20 minutes to complete these tests.

Zest Optical are working with a fast-growing business who are opening a new store in Bracknell, Berkshire and looking to recruit an Optical Assistant.

The brand are known for best-in-class service, amazing products and advanced technologies.

On offer is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the successful launch of a new store that could lead to rapid development opportuniteis for yourself.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Modern environment with a high end feel in-store
• Focus on quality and customer service
• Advanced equipment and technologies available
• Extensive opportunities for development
• Supported by an experienced team
• Full time

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Previous experience of working in the optical industry
• Passionate about eyewear and styling
• Exceptional customer service skills

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Base salary up to £26,000
• Uncapped bonus scheme with existing team members earning £400+/month
• Range of additional benefits

For more information please click the 'Apply' link as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this great opportunity.

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.
This role sits within our Cleaning business division that provides cleaning and hygiene services to a wide range of prestigious clients, within the Food and Distribution market.

About The Role:
Days of Work: 5 over 7

Hours Per Week: 37.5

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and driven Catering Assistant to join our successful catering operational team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering our outstanding food and drink offering to our clients and site visitors.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Support with catering-related tasks within the kitchen environment and surrounding areas.
• Assisting with the service of food and drink within operational hours
• Supporting with hygiene documentation and administration
• Assisting with stock replenishment and storage of deliveries

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
• Someone who is willing to attain the highest standards possible.
• We are looking for an employee that is autonomous in their approach but also happy to work well in a team.
• Ideally, you will have your food handling certificate - but don't worry if you don't, we can help you achieve this!
• We want a self-driven and reliable employee, who wants to learn and develop!

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Join us today to receive a £1000 Welcome Bonus (£500 after one month and £500 after successful completion of probation - applicable only for teachers who are immediately available).

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

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

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Due to expansion, we are looking for full time Classroom Assistants to join our team at New Barn School.

Salary: £22,300 per annum (Pre-tax take home salary, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (includes a 5pm finish)
We would welcome applications from both teaching assistants already within special education as well as mainstream colleagues with a passion for complex SEND.

About the role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Supporting pupils with complex Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs is important and rewarding work. Join our dedicated team, where your expertise will shape young minds and your passion for learning will be the catalyst for success. If you're ready to make a difference, apply now and be a vital part of our educational journey!

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people.

Experience of working in the independent SEMH sector and with pupils with SEN (highly desirable)
Happy to adopt a therapeutic approach to teaching and working with SEN/SEMH pupils.
Previous experience with ASC (highly desirable)
We place the outcomes of pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

About us

New Barn School is a growing school and caters for SEMH pupils aged 6-19. With almost 100 pupils across three sites, we are searching for someone to help us make a difference. We have a shared vision where we aim to build incredible futures by empowering neurodiverse pupils to be happy and make their way in the world.

Our growing school delivers a structured programme of education, tailored to each student’s individual needs and considering their Education, Health and Care plans. Students are taught in small cohorts and individually, by fully qualified teachers and instructors.

We provide inclusive education within a safe, nurturing environment where pupil’s needs are met.

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

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

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

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

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

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

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

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

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Join us today to receive a £1000 Welcome Bonus (£500 after one month and £500 after successful completion of probation - applicable only for teachers who are immediately available).

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

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

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Due to expansion, we are looking for full time Teaching Assistants to join our team at New Barn - River View House School.

Salary: Up to £22,300 per annum (Pre-tax take home salary, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (includes a 5pm finish)
We would welcome applications from both teaching assistants already within special education as well as mainstream colleagues with a passion for complex SEND.

About the role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Supporting pupils with complex Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs is important and rewarding work. Join our dedicated team, where your expertise will shape young minds and your passion for learning will be the catalyst for success. If you're ready to make a difference, apply now and be a vital part of our educational journey!

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people.

Experience of working in the independent SEMH sector and with pupils with SEN (highly desirable)
Happy to adopt a therapeutic approach to teaching and working with SEN/SEMH pupils.
Previous experience with ASC (highly desirable)
We place the outcomes of pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

About us

New Barn School is a growing school and caters for SEMH pupils aged 6-19. With almost 100 pupils across three sites, we are searching for someone to help us make a difference. We have a shared vision where we aim to build incredible futures by empowering neurodiverse pupils to be happy and make their way in the world.

Our growing school delivers a structured programme of education, tailored to each student’s individual needs and considering their Education, Health and Care plans. Students are taught in small cohorts and individually, by fully qualified teachers and instructors.

We provide inclusive education within a safe, nurturing environment where pupil’s needs are met.

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

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

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

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

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

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

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

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

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One of the UK's largest and foremost law firms is currently looking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant, ideally with property / conveyancing experience and perhaps currently working towards a relevant legal qualification such as ILEX, CLC or similar.

Offering a salary of up to £34,000 dependent on experience plus excellent benefits including pension scheme, health insurance, critical illness cover, and discounted gym membership, this is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the most respected law firms in the UK.

This is a full-time permanent. You will work from the Newbury office and remotely, taking advantage of the company's 'Flexible by Choice' policy. Initially 4-5 days per week in the office dropping to 2-3 days.

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The Role
You'll be a key member of the national Client Services team, providing conveyancing admin support to fee earner colleagues (southern based) to allow them to provide quality legal advice and an exceptional conveyancing and leasehold enfranchisement service to clients. You would assist fee-earners with managing their caseloads of purchase, sale, remortgage, leasehold enfranchisement and other associated matters for both freehold and leasehold properties. Responsibilities will include…
- Dealing with client handling and case management effectively and efficiently.
- Supporting conveyancing tasks for fee earners including, but not limited to:
- Complete file openings and conduct conflict checks
- Preparing sales packs; emailing managing agents and dealing with enquiries
- Preparing initial protocol forms
- Drafting contract papers

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The Candidate
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience as a Legal Secretary or Conveyancing Assistant in a similar setting. An understanding on conveyancing / residential property law would be an advantage however full training will be provided. You'll need to be hardworking and able to thrive in a pressurised environment; reacting to changing deadlines and priorities in a professional and pragmatic manner. You'll have the confidence to contribute to team meetings and work collaboratively sharing best practice and learning from your colleagues.

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The Package
Salary up to £34,000. You'll also get the following benefits with the role…
- A huge number of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace
- Flexible working options to make sure that you're fully supported to work the way that best suits you
- Westfield health membership, offering discounted leisure and travel and refunds on medical services

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The Company
The business you'll be working for is one of the largest law firms in the UK, operating out of 14 UK offices with over 2,500 members of staff. They are proud of their values and offer a huge number of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace.

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Interested? If you think you're right for this Conveyancing Assistant role, then click the 'Apply Now' button, send us your CV and we'll consider you for the first round of interviews. Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most.

If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you!

We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our wonderful Maidenhead team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop and deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence.

The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays and store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values.

*** PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A SIX MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT ***

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)

To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.

You will have:

• Experience in working in a customer facing role
• Experience of cash handling
• Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's
• The ability to work as part of an effective team.
• Be able to lone work when needed
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities
• A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events

What we offer in return:

• A 21 hour working week
• 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance
• A generous pension - we will contribute 8%
• Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
• Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan
• Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events

Additional Information

To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Our client based in central Reading is seeking a friendly candidate to join their accounts team, specifically focused on credit control. The role is offered on a hybrid basis.

Some of the responsibilities will include:-

• Maintaining and updating customer records and fees.
• Raising invoices in a timely manner
• Chasing all outstanding debt
• Allocating incoming payments
• Manage and process Sales Ledger queries
• Answering high volumes of incoming calls and emails
• Sending and reconciling customer statements
• Managing specific customer accounts and monitoring KPIs
• Attending weekly debt meetings
• Maintaining Excel spreadsheets

Our client is seeking a candidate with previous credit control or sales ledger experience. You will need to be happy to work within a fast-paced environment and with a sense of urgency.

What you need to do now


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

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Our client, based near to Reading station, is seeking a Part Time Finance officer. The role will require you to work up to 28 hours a week, with some hybrid working and flexibility. The full-time equivalent salary is £28K.

The role will involve: bank reconciliations, daily receipt and payment posting, weekly update of cashflow forecast with actuals, intercompany account reconciliation and other ad hoc accountancy duties.

Our client is seeking a candidate with experience of the above duties, who has come from an accounting and / or bookkeeping background and has a good level of Excel.


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

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

What skills and experience we're looking for

37 Hours a week - Term time only plus staff training days and two weeks during the summer exam results - (Flexibility on working hours during exam periods is necessary) - Permanent

We are seeking to appoint a strong Administrator to support the Examinations Officer in a range of administrative duties and general running of the Examinations Office.

You will need to have experience of working in a busy office setting, have an eye for detail, be proactive and used to taking initiative. You should be a team player, but also able to work on your own initiative when needed.

Experience of ICT is essential (Microsoft packages). Knowledge of SIMs is desirable, but not essential. You should have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

About Highdown School & Sixth Form Centre

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre is a thriving school, established in 1971, where all students are challenged to reach excellence every day. Our most important resource is our staff.

Therefore, we aim to create the conditions and culture within the academy that make Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre a rewarding place to work. We are committed to investing in staff professional learning and leadership development, taking action to rationalise workload, promote mental and physical health and wellbeing, and encourage collaboration and peer support.

We are on a journey to becoming a ‘regional centre of excellence’. Why not join us?

What the school offers its staff

To apply, please go to the following link: https://www.eteach.com/careers/highdown-reading/

Closing date: 9.00am, Monday 4th November 2024

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.

Commitment to safeguarding

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

35 Hours per week, 39 weeks per year.As a Occupational Therapy Assistant at Heathermount School, you will be an integral part of our dynamic onsite multidisciplinary therapy team dedicated to building the confidence of students and preparing them for life. Our therapy team provides Speech and Language Therapy, and Clinical Psychology.
The role:
As an autonomous professional working within our therapy team, you will help to provide a high-quality educational experience for our young people. Alongside the Lead therapist, you will deliver therapy, and help to shape a developing service while enhancing your own skills. You will contribute to service specific projects and could follow through your own ideas with the support of the experienced therapy team.
You will need good numeracy and literacy skills and some experience or qualifications in health or social care. This also could be a BTEC or equivalent vocational qualifications in health and social care. The role includes assessment, diagnosis, and management of children with complex needs. You will work closely with families, peers, and professionals across the education setting.
If you are enthusiastic, keen to learn and share our commitment to maximising every child’s potential we would love to hear from you.
Our school: Heathermount is a forward looking and ambitious specialist school in Ascot.
We provide education for children and young people aged between 8 and 18 years who have a diagnosis of an autism spectrum condition (ASC) and may face other challenges such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). We are a well-resourced day school with excellent facilities and benefit from 14 acres of beautiful grounds which we make good use of to improve students' well-being.
Our students follow one of three learning pathways which consider their individual needs, and we offer a range of qualifications and learning experiences from ASDAN and Functional Skills through to Level 2 NVQ/BTEC and GCSE's.
Therapeutic practices and input are embedded throughout the school day and our therapy team is an integral part of the school community, collaborating closely with staff, students, and families.
Why work for us:
The opportunity to work as part of a team of therapy staff and teachers dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for students.
The opportunity to work with children right through to secondary providing ongoing professional development and variety.
Small group, one to one and class work opportunities.
Small caseloads and the opportunity to undertake comprehensive assessments, deliver therapy and see outcomes achieved.
A friendly and supportive working environment.
Support and supervision from a senior OT for more complex cases.
A competitive salary and contributions to your pension
Benefits included:
Performance related bonus
Life Insurance cover @ 2 x your basic salary
Subsidised lunches
Employee assistance and well-being support and advice
Free onsite parking
Long service awards
Cycle to Work Scheme
Pension scheme
Livi GP services
Blue light card
Bright exchange (discount scheme)
Visits and informal discussions are warmly welcomed and encouraged.Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility. Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families has a role to play. Heathermount School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and carry out their safeguarding responsibilities as per the job description and personal specification for their role.
Any successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service), Barred List check, online searches, and a minimum of 2 references from previous employers.This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
We evaluate applications on receipt and may contact suitable candidates for interview before the closing date. Please note, the role will close as soon as a successful candidate is appointed so early application is recommended.

Location: Hungerford

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions