NHS
Reading, Berkshire
We are seeking a professional and welcoming Specialist Services Receptionist to join the Facilities Team at Erlegh House. This is a key front-of-house role providing an efficient reception service and acting as the first point of contact for patients, visitors, contractors and staff. You will ensure the smooth day-to-day running of reception, support administrative processes across the site, and contribute to a safe, organised and responsive environment aligned with Trust policies and values. Main duties of the job Provide a professional meet-and-greet service for patients,visitorsand contractors Manage the main reception desk and ensure consistent service delivery Create,issueandmaintainsite access cards and access control systems Provide administrative support including data recording and document management Respond to telephone,intercomand email enquiries appropriately Support meeting and event coordination including room bookings andlogistics Maintain effective communication across site teams and services Act as Fire Warden in emergency situations Report faults, risks,incidentsand health & safety concerns in line with Trust procedures About us 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. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the 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 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 Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Enthusiastic and driven Basic knowledge of administration Experience of working in a customer care environment Empathy with patients & visitors 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. Werecommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call:Bradley Williams Phone- or email: delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible. Person Specification Education & Qualifications NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent qualification or experience Experience Advanced IT Skills - Word, Excel and to be able to use and update a range of systems Working effectively as part of a team (immediate and wider team) Experience of working in a customer care environment Experience undertaking a full range of administrative duties, including minute-taking Supervisory or team leading experience Skills & Abilities Able to prioritise workload Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including verbal reasoning, presentation, influencing & persuasion skills Ability to use a practical problem solving approach in everyday situations Ability to work effectively in a team and to work unsupervised and on own initiative, managing own workload Ability to work flexibly as required, with the ability to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements of the post / Full Driving Licence Good command of the English language Good time management & organisational skills Empathy with patients & visitors Reliable and punctual Enthusiastic and driven Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer name Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address UoR Erlegh House - Soft FM , Erlegh House UoR Erlegh House - Soft FM , Erlegh House
We are seeking a professional and welcoming Specialist Services Receptionist to join the Facilities Team at Erlegh House. This is a key front-of-house role providing an efficient reception service and acting as the first point of contact for patients, visitors, contractors and staff. You will ensure the smooth day-to-day running of reception, support administrative processes across the site, and contribute to a safe, organised and responsive environment aligned with Trust policies and values. Main duties of the job Provide a professional meet-and-greet service for patients,visitorsand contractors Manage the main reception desk and ensure consistent service delivery Create,issueandmaintainsite access cards and access control systems Provide administrative support including data recording and document management Respond to telephone,intercomand email enquiries appropriately Support meeting and event coordination including room bookings andlogistics Maintain effective communication across site teams and services Act as Fire Warden in emergency situations Report faults, risks,incidentsand health & safety concerns in line with Trust procedures About us 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. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the 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 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 Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Enthusiastic and driven Basic knowledge of administration Experience of working in a customer care environment Empathy with patients & visitors 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. Werecommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call:Bradley Williams Phone- or email: delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible. Person Specification Education & Qualifications NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent qualification or experience Experience Advanced IT Skills - Word, Excel and to be able to use and update a range of systems Working effectively as part of a team (immediate and wider team) Experience of working in a customer care environment Experience undertaking a full range of administrative duties, including minute-taking Supervisory or team leading experience Skills & Abilities Able to prioritise workload Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including verbal reasoning, presentation, influencing & persuasion skills Ability to use a practical problem solving approach in everyday situations Ability to work effectively in a team and to work unsupervised and on own initiative, managing own workload Ability to work flexibly as required, with the ability to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements of the post / Full Driving Licence Good command of the English language Good time management & organisational skills Empathy with patients & visitors Reliable and punctual Enthusiastic and driven Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer name Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address UoR Erlegh House - Soft FM , Erlegh House UoR Erlegh House - Soft FM , Erlegh House
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Principal Highway Quantity Surveyor Hours: 37 per week Closing date: 17th April Interview Date: 23rd April Contract: Permanent Salary: HC10 £46,142-£50,269 The Role This is an exciting time to join the Highways and Public Realm team at Herefordshire Council. We're transforming how highways and public realm services are delivered across Herefordshire, bringing them back under direct Council control for the first time in years. From June this year, we'll be working in a new way that gives us greater flexibility, more local accountability, and a sharper focus on quality and value for money. By joining us now, you'll be part of a team shaping the future of essential services that residents rely on every day from maintaining roads and green spaces to keeping our streets clean and safe. We can offer the chance to make a real difference in your community, work with a dedicated team, and help deliver improvements that matter. If you're looking for a role where you can take pride in what you do and be part of positive change, we'd love to hear from you. What you will be doing In this role you will be that person with strong highway quantity surveying experience, excellent technical knowledge and confidence working with contractors, budgets and detailed bills of quantities. You will oversee cost management, contract administration and NEC4-based governance across a varied programme of works, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard. Who you are is equally important to us as we want someone who is motivated, commercially minded and ready to play a key part in maintaining and improving Herefordshire's highway network and public realm spaces. About You Strong highway quantity surveying experience Excellent technical knowledge and confidence working with contractors, budgets and detailed bills of quantities Experience of overseeing cost management, contract administration and NEC4-based governance We Offer A competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes: Salary range ofHC10£46,142-£50,269 Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Career progression: clear pathways to progress Annual Leave: 31 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum during the request period Flexible working: including the potential for job-sharing, part-time hours and agile working. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements) Pick your perks - our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts. Why Choose Us? Herefordshire is big hearted, welcoming and friendly. We have strong and independent communities and idyllic countryside, situated in the South West Midlands and bordering Wales. The county sits between Worcestershire and the Malvern Hills to the east, and Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) in Wales to the west. Historically Herefordshire has been the gateway to the Marches. We embrace partnership working. We are a member of the Marches Forward Partnership, which is a cross border collaboration between Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, Powys and Shropshire who are collectively working to secure funding to invest in the region. The council priorities over the next four years are set out in the Council Plan, with four main areas; People We will enable residents to realise their potential, to be healthy and to be part of great communities who support each other. We want all children to have the best start in life. Place We will protect and enhance our environment and ensure that Herefordshire is a great place to live. We will support the right housing in the right place, we will support access to green spaces and we will do everything we can to recover the health of our rivers. Growth We will create the conditions to deliver sustainable growth across the county; attracting inward investment, building business confidence, creating jobs, enabling housing development along with providing the right infrastructure. Transformation We will be an efficient council that embraces best practice, delivers innovation through technology and demonstrates value for money. Don't meet all parts of the job description? Herefordshire Council is committed to strengthening a diverse and inclusive work environment which reflects the communities of Herefordshire. If you are looking at the next stage of your career and have a broad base of fieldwork experience, we can provide supportive and welcoming opportunities to help you develop your professional, management & supervisory skills. Reasonable Adjustments Our recruitment process runs in partnership with Hoople Resourcing. If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team by email: . Creating an inclusive workplace We encourage our employees to feel empowered and to use their voices to help embrace diversity, promote inclusivity and shape our organisation. We have eight employee network groups, collectives of colleagues who often share identities, life experiences or cultures and offer support and community. They also play an important role in strengthening the voices of employees at Herefordshire Council. Embedded in the Council's values is a commitment to listen to people's views and needs. For more information on our Employee Network Groups please view our dedicated recruitment website: . Commitments, Covenants and Statutory Obligations The following candidates will be interviewed if they meet the essential criteria for the post they are applying for: Those who indicate that they have a disability. This is part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident" scheme. Those who indicate in their application that they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist. This is part of our pledge to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Those who indicate in their application that they are a Herefordshire care leaver. This is part of our commitment to supporting young people leaving our care. We take our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults seriously and expect all of our staff, visitors and volunteers to share in this commitment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and vulnerable adults. If you are offered this position, it will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. How to apply To apply for a position, please upload an up-to-date CV and complete the application form demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role. For more information or to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ed Bradford. Be sure to include reference to the job description and person specification or role profile! If you are successfully shortlisted, Hoople Resourcing will contact you via email to arrange your interview and/or assessment. They will confirm the date, time and location of your interview, so please keep an eye on your email inbox - check your spam/ junk folder too. Good luck, we're looking forward to meeting you!
Principal Highway Quantity Surveyor Hours: 37 per week Closing date: 17th April Interview Date: 23rd April Contract: Permanent Salary: HC10 £46,142-£50,269 The Role This is an exciting time to join the Highways and Public Realm team at Herefordshire Council. We're transforming how highways and public realm services are delivered across Herefordshire, bringing them back under direct Council control for the first time in years. From June this year, we'll be working in a new way that gives us greater flexibility, more local accountability, and a sharper focus on quality and value for money. By joining us now, you'll be part of a team shaping the future of essential services that residents rely on every day from maintaining roads and green spaces to keeping our streets clean and safe. We can offer the chance to make a real difference in your community, work with a dedicated team, and help deliver improvements that matter. If you're looking for a role where you can take pride in what you do and be part of positive change, we'd love to hear from you. What you will be doing In this role you will be that person with strong highway quantity surveying experience, excellent technical knowledge and confidence working with contractors, budgets and detailed bills of quantities. You will oversee cost management, contract administration and NEC4-based governance across a varied programme of works, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard. Who you are is equally important to us as we want someone who is motivated, commercially minded and ready to play a key part in maintaining and improving Herefordshire's highway network and public realm spaces. About You Strong highway quantity surveying experience Excellent technical knowledge and confidence working with contractors, budgets and detailed bills of quantities Experience of overseeing cost management, contract administration and NEC4-based governance We Offer A competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes: Salary range ofHC10£46,142-£50,269 Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Career progression: clear pathways to progress Annual Leave: 31 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum during the request period Flexible working: including the potential for job-sharing, part-time hours and agile working. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements) Pick your perks - our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts. Why Choose Us? Herefordshire is big hearted, welcoming and friendly. We have strong and independent communities and idyllic countryside, situated in the South West Midlands and bordering Wales. The county sits between Worcestershire and the Malvern Hills to the east, and Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) in Wales to the west. Historically Herefordshire has been the gateway to the Marches. We embrace partnership working. We are a member of the Marches Forward Partnership, which is a cross border collaboration between Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, Powys and Shropshire who are collectively working to secure funding to invest in the region. The council priorities over the next four years are set out in the Council Plan, with four main areas; People We will enable residents to realise their potential, to be healthy and to be part of great communities who support each other. We want all children to have the best start in life. Place We will protect and enhance our environment and ensure that Herefordshire is a great place to live. We will support the right housing in the right place, we will support access to green spaces and we will do everything we can to recover the health of our rivers. Growth We will create the conditions to deliver sustainable growth across the county; attracting inward investment, building business confidence, creating jobs, enabling housing development along with providing the right infrastructure. Transformation We will be an efficient council that embraces best practice, delivers innovation through technology and demonstrates value for money. Don't meet all parts of the job description? Herefordshire Council is committed to strengthening a diverse and inclusive work environment which reflects the communities of Herefordshire. If you are looking at the next stage of your career and have a broad base of fieldwork experience, we can provide supportive and welcoming opportunities to help you develop your professional, management & supervisory skills. Reasonable Adjustments Our recruitment process runs in partnership with Hoople Resourcing. If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team by email: . Creating an inclusive workplace We encourage our employees to feel empowered and to use their voices to help embrace diversity, promote inclusivity and shape our organisation. We have eight employee network groups, collectives of colleagues who often share identities, life experiences or cultures and offer support and community. They also play an important role in strengthening the voices of employees at Herefordshire Council. Embedded in the Council's values is a commitment to listen to people's views and needs. For more information on our Employee Network Groups please view our dedicated recruitment website: . Commitments, Covenants and Statutory Obligations The following candidates will be interviewed if they meet the essential criteria for the post they are applying for: Those who indicate that they have a disability. This is part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident" scheme. Those who indicate in their application that they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist. This is part of our pledge to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Those who indicate in their application that they are a Herefordshire care leaver. This is part of our commitment to supporting young people leaving our care. We take our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults seriously and expect all of our staff, visitors and volunteers to share in this commitment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and vulnerable adults. If you are offered this position, it will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. How to apply To apply for a position, please upload an up-to-date CV and complete the application form demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role. For more information or to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ed Bradford. Be sure to include reference to the job description and person specification or role profile! If you are successfully shortlisted, Hoople Resourcing will contact you via email to arrange your interview and/or assessment. They will confirm the date, time and location of your interview, so please keep an eye on your email inbox - check your spam/ junk folder too. Good luck, we're looking forward to meeting you!
Blue Cross
Pershore, Worcestershire
Description Contract: Permanent, part time (14 hours over 2 days) Salary: £8,958 p/annum (£22,394 p/annum FTE) Location: High Street, Pershore Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026 Interview date: Interviews will be arranged as applications are received With over 50 charity shops across England and Wales, our Pershore shop is based within a community that is rich with history and is well supported by its locals. Our store is looking for a part time Assistant Manager to create a warm and welcoming shopping experience for visitors and those donating to the store . More about the role Using your experience in retail management/leadership, you will work with our Shop Manager and local community to drive forward sales and source quality fashion, accessories and homeware from donations to regenerate and find a new home! This store really needs someone who understands the local community and can work to build a solid customer base and network of generous donors. Every item sold helps fund our vital work: supporting sick, injured, and homeless pets and caring for over 40,000 animals each year through our rehoming, veterinary, and education programmes. We're looking for a positive role model to join our leadership team, guiding our team of volunteers in creating a friendly and welcoming shopping experience. We'd like you to have experience of managing others and have creative ways to lead and motivate a team to achieve maximum success. In this role, you will be supporting the recruitment and training of new volunteers, sharing your knowledge of merchandising and provide a quality customer service to those both purchasing and donating. You could be a current team leader or supervisor, looking to take on more management responsibility or you could be an experienced manager (or deputy) looking for a new challenge. We want to hear from you to see if we are the employer for you! Our shop is open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 till 17:00 and your normal working pattern may change each week, subject to the needs of the business and the levels of staff and volunteers available to work. This working pattern includes weekends and bank holidays so having the ability to be flexible is essential, and you may also be required to support with additional holiday and sickness cover. Join us today to have a career you can be proud of! About you You will have: Previous experience of working in a retail environment Cash handling and reconciliation experience Experience of leading a team Experience of providing great customer experience Computer and administration skills It would also be great if you had: Managing volunteers How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Description Contract: Permanent, part time (14 hours over 2 days) Salary: £8,958 p/annum (£22,394 p/annum FTE) Location: High Street, Pershore Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026 Interview date: Interviews will be arranged as applications are received With over 50 charity shops across England and Wales, our Pershore shop is based within a community that is rich with history and is well supported by its locals. Our store is looking for a part time Assistant Manager to create a warm and welcoming shopping experience for visitors and those donating to the store . More about the role Using your experience in retail management/leadership, you will work with our Shop Manager and local community to drive forward sales and source quality fashion, accessories and homeware from donations to regenerate and find a new home! This store really needs someone who understands the local community and can work to build a solid customer base and network of generous donors. Every item sold helps fund our vital work: supporting sick, injured, and homeless pets and caring for over 40,000 animals each year through our rehoming, veterinary, and education programmes. We're looking for a positive role model to join our leadership team, guiding our team of volunteers in creating a friendly and welcoming shopping experience. We'd like you to have experience of managing others and have creative ways to lead and motivate a team to achieve maximum success. In this role, you will be supporting the recruitment and training of new volunteers, sharing your knowledge of merchandising and provide a quality customer service to those both purchasing and donating. You could be a current team leader or supervisor, looking to take on more management responsibility or you could be an experienced manager (or deputy) looking for a new challenge. We want to hear from you to see if we are the employer for you! Our shop is open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 till 17:00 and your normal working pattern may change each week, subject to the needs of the business and the levels of staff and volunteers available to work. This working pattern includes weekends and bank holidays so having the ability to be flexible is essential, and you may also be required to support with additional holiday and sickness cover. Join us today to have a career you can be proud of! About you You will have: Previous experience of working in a retail environment Cash handling and reconciliation experience Experience of leading a team Experience of providing great customer experience Computer and administration skills It would also be great if you had: Managing volunteers How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
