Contract Length: 8 months Location: Reading - 3 days onsite per week Rate: Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP Hours: 37 per week Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Category Manager to lead strategic procurement, supplier management, and contract delivery across a defined group of ITC categories. The role will focus on delivering value, driving cost efficiencies, and managing risk in line with business objectives. Candidates must have strong public sector procurement experience and an understanding of MOD or government contracts. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement category strategies aligned to business and stakeholder needs Lead end-to-end sourcing activity, including RFx, supplier evaluation, negotiation, contract award, and handover Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance, and ethical standards Provide commercial oversight to ensure contract performance and value delivery Manage supplier relationships, including performance, risk,...

Adecco are pleased to recruiting CJ Case Disposals Administrator within the Thames Valley Police Force. Are you ready to take your administrative skills to the next level? Our client, a leading organisation in public services, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Case Disposals Administrator to join their dynamic team in Reading . This is an exciting temporary position offering a competitive hourly rate of 14.23 , with an end date of at least March, 2027, you will work full time 37 hours per week , Monday to Friday Office Based at Royal Berks Fire & Rescue HQ. What You'll Do: As a Case Disposals Administrator, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality administrative support. Your key responsibilities will include: Processing and reviewing Thames Valley court disposals with a commitment to accuracy and efficiency. Handling civil disclosure requests while ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act. Entering, updating, and retrieving case file...

Key Areas of Responsibility: Programme Management Day-to-day management of all Programmes Day-to-day management of LTP team members Internal and external customer liaison Project management and onboarding of new programmes/tools Monthly billing creation Daily, monthly, and ad hoc reporting Budget and cost management of programmes LTP system setup, improvements, and resolution of critical issues Maintain strong customer and supplier relationships Ensure documentation is received, stored, and retained in line with policy Customer and internal reporting and presentations Technical Tool Management: Maintain correct stock levels to support programmes Minimise tool downtime (technical, quality, quarantine, calibration issues) Design packaging and layouts fit for purpose Ensure all tools meet OEM specifications Kit data definition based on customer data Packaging prototyping and sign-off Manage tool updates, changes, supersession, and new stock...

About the role We have an excellent opportunity available for a motivated Service Advisor to join our team at Reading Audi. As a Sytner Service Advisor, you will provide outstanding customer care and be the vital link between our customers and the workshop. You will inform and consult on vehicle servicing, and keep the customer up to date at every stage whilst answering any questions or queries they may have. You will also liaise with technicians/workshop control about vehicle statuses and ensure that vehicles will be ready on time. You will also have the ability to give the best advice on our products and services to our customers. This is a challenging role where customer care always comes first, you'll take the time to talk to people, build a genuine rapport and identify exactly what our customers want and need. Sytner Service Advisors work a variety of flexible patterns which can typically include weekends to ensure we provide our customers with the highest possible...

About the role Sytner Group is looking for a motivated and committed Parts Advisor to join our team at Reading Audi. As a Sytner Parts Advisor, you will demonstrate a 'One Team' approach, and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers/suppliers. You will ensure that all requests are dealt with promptly, and support and assist colleagues and customers with parts identification, searching and sourcing. You will also ensure that the parts stock room is well maintained and stock levels are managed, by taking responsibility for the ordering and selling of a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories. Sytner Parts Advisors work a variety of flexible patterns which can typically include weekends to ensure we provide our customers with the highest possible levels of service. About you Ideally, you will have experience in a similar role within the motor industry and be IT literate. High levels of organisation and attention to detail are...

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. Assistant Estimator Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Package: £30,450 - £45,670   (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Let us introduce the role Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the success of some of the UK’s most complex and meaningful projects? As a vital member of our Project Deliver team, you’ll bring your estimating expertise to the forefront helping to drive clarity, confidence and control across AWE’s wide project portfolio. If you’re...

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. Business Administrator/Personal Assistant Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Package: £27,870 - £40,000 per annum (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: The role is full-time on a 9-day fortnight. The core working hours for this role are between 8:15 and 16:00. Please note that core hours indicate the period during which employees are required to be on site, and do not reflect the total daily hours worked. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at one of AWE sites in South-East England. Clearance Level: You will need to obtain and maintain DV security clearance for the role. This will be funded by...

Location: Reading, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Service Delivery Manager – CDI Location: Reading Other: permanent, full-time, hybrid, with 10-15 % domestic & international travel Play a pivotal role in delivering mission‑critical identity and biometric solutions that millions rely on every day! What the role has to offer Be at the heart of delivering secure, high‑impact Identity and Biometric solutions used by governments to protect borders and enhance citizen services Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, partnering with experts across...

Want to lead the transformation of an established SaaS business entering a major growth and investment phase?You'll join a long-established UK-based SaaS company with a loyal customer base, strong recurring revenue, and fresh investment to help them modernise and scale.We are looking for a technology leader to help modernise engineering, drive AI innovation, and shape the future of the platform.The role will suit either; an experienced CTO looking for a high-impact transformation role, or a Head of Engineering ready to take the step into their first CTO position.Open source development knowledge is key but you'll also inherit a knowledgeable engineering team and play a key role in transforming a legacy software environment into a modern SaaS engineering function. What you'll be doing Defining technology and engineering strategy Leading Agile and DevOps transformation Supporting cloud migration towards AWS Driving AI capability across products and engineering Modernising...

Want to lead the transformation of an established SaaS business entering a major growth and investment phase? You'll join a long-established UK-based SaaS company with a loyal customer base, strong recurring revenue, and fresh investment to help them modernise and scale. We are looking for a technology leader to help modernise engineering, drive AI innovation, and shape the future of the platform. The role will suit either; an experienced CTO looking for a high-impact transformation role, or a Head of Engineering ready to take the step into their first CTO position. Open source development knowledge is key but you ll also inherit a knowledgeable engineering team and play a key role in transforming a legacy software environment into a modern SaaS engineering function. What you ll be doing Defining technology and engineering strategy Leading Agile and DevOps transformation Supporting cloud migration towards AWS Driving AI capability across products and engineering...

Advance TRS are delighted to be supporting a leading engineering consultancy as a preferred recruitment partner for the appointment of a Project Technical Lead within their growing Water Utilities team. Our client is a well-established consultancy delivering major infrastructure and environmental projects across the UK and internationally, with a strong reputation within the water sector for technical excellence, innovation, and long-term framework partnerships. About the Team The Water Utilities division delivers a wide range of clean water and wastewater treatment projects across the UK and Ireland, supporting key investment programmes aimed at improving water quality, protecting the environment, and ensuring resilient infrastructure for future generations. Their multi-disciplinary teams provide support across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and outline design through to detailed design and project delivery. This provides an excellent opportunity for...

About the role A fantastic opportunity is available for a Trainee Sales Executive to join our team at Reading Audi. As a Sytner Trainee Sales Executive, you will be the first point of contact for customers by initiating conversation and building rapport to excite them about the brand. You will promote the benefits and unique selling points of Audi, accessories and vehicle ownership. This is a full-time role which can typically include weekends to ensure we provide our customers with the highest possible levels of service. About you Ideally, you will have previous experience of working in retail and be able to maintain exceptional customer care in a competitive environment. A passion for delivering excellent customer service is a key attribute of the position, along with a determination to expand your knowledge and inspire others; you will demonstrate enthusiasm and self-motivation to excel in customer service. We offer extensive training to allow you to develop...

Salary 43,000 - 50,000 Our Client Was established in 1993 and are a leading specialist within the electrical contracting industry. The company specialises in mainly commercial and industrial sectors providing installs of busbar systems, UPS systems to large data centres & offices. Our client are very much a family run business who offer a welcoming environment who go above & beyond for their staff, candidates who are looking for a permanent employer to progress & grow with are preferred. Due to large business wins and company growth they are looking to appoint several field based electricians to their growing team. Most of the work is located in Slough, West London and occasionally central London. Main responsibilities/job duties Fault finding and testing. Installation of all containment systems. Installation of all wiring methods. Termination of cables and conductors 1st Fixing & 2nd Fixing Experience & Qualifications required; JIB...

Opportunity: Senior Associate - Property Development Location: Reading (Flexible and Hybrid Working) Salary: 58,000 - 85,000 + Bonus (DOE) Opportunity: A well-regarded and modern regional law firm is looking to appoint a Senior Associate into its growing Property Development team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced development lawyer who enjoys high-quality work, strong client relationships and being part of a genuinely collaborative team. This is not a traditional corporate environment with rigid hierarchies and faceless teams. The firm has built an excellent reputation for combining quality work with a supportive, people-first culture where lawyers are trusted, valued and given the space to develop their careers properly. The team acts for an impressive client base including national and regional housebuilders, developers and landowners on a broad range of complex development matters. There is a strong pipeline of work, excellent...

Opportunity: Training & Knowledge Lawyer - Employment Location: Reading (Hybrid) Salary: Up to 80,000 (FTE) The Opportunity: A highly regarded regional law firm is looking to appoint a Training & Knowledge Lawyer into its well-established Employment team. This is an interesting opportunity for an Employment Lawyer who enjoys the technical side of law, client engagement and supporting others but is looking for something outside of the traditional fee-earning route. This is a newly created role where you'll have real visibility across the team and the wider business. You'll play a key part in shaping training, know-how and legal updates, whilst helping the team stay ahead of developments in a fast-moving area of law. The Role: You'll work closely with the Employment team on a broad mix of knowledge and training responsibilities, including: Delivering internal and external training sessions, webinars and legal updates Creating and...

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP Cerise Healthcare is recruiting for exceptional Support Workers to work with our client, providers of support to Adults with Learning Disabilities who reside in Supported Living Services in the areas of Reading, Newbury and Wokingham. Benefits to Cerise Healthcare s Support Workers include: Competitive pay rates Flexible hours to suit your needs Opportunities to progress Leading training courses Generous refer a friend scheme Cerise Healthcare s Support Workers understand the importance of enabling service users to lead an independent life. Providing person-centred care they actively enhance the service users life style and promote respect and dignity. Support Workers will assist service users with all aspects of their life with which they require assistance, this could include; Personal Care Managing challenging behaviour Assisting with their finances Prompting/assisting with medication Assisting...

Job Title: Dispensing Optician Location: Woodley Job Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term contract - 6 months: 5 days, Tuesday - Saturday About the Role We are seeking a passionate and qualified Dispensing Optician to join our dynamic team in Woodley. As a Dispensing Optician at Leightons, you will play a crucial role in leading the clinical care of our patients, delivering a unique and personalised experience from start to finish. Why Join Us? Competitive Salary: Earn up to 30,900 (FTE) depending on experience. Bonus Scheme: Up to 2% commission on Gross Profit Margin. Staff Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on products and services. Professional Development: Access to the Leightons Learning Academy, with opportunities for further education and career progression. Employee Benefits: Company pension, medical cash plan, and more. Your Role at Leightons At Leightons, our Dispensing Opticians are the backbone of our exceptional patient care. Unlike other...

Cash Allocations & Account Reconciliations Assistant Salary: £30,000 + 25 days holiday + pension Location: Reading Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-time Office Attendance: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home About our client Our client is a multi-site UK business, who operate in the IT sector and for their growing finance team, we are looking for a detail-oriented and organised Cash Allocations & Bank Reconciliations Assistant to join our client's friendly finance team in Reading, supporting the Credit Control function and helping ensure accurate and timely allocation of incoming payments. The Role Reporting into the Finance Team / Credit Control Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate customer accounts through daily cash allocations and bank reconciliations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail who enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment....

We are looking to recruit a passionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team in Reading. You will provide person-centred care and support to individuals with learning disabilities in all aspects of everyday life and to assist them in enjoying a wide range of activities. Senior Support Worker duties include: Supervising, managing and mentoring a team of staff Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities, both within and outside of their homes Providing personal care, administering medication and lone working You will be required to support with overseeing staff deployment and rotas and to work in a flexible manner yourself including working some evenings and weekends. Working closely with local multi-disciplinary teams and community-based agencies to provide holistic, wrap-around support Facilitate service user engagement, involvement...

Creative Support is currently seeking a caring individual to join our dedicated staff team in Reading. Successful candidates will work with our established and friendly team, providing care to individuals with learning disabilities at our supported living service in Reading. In this role, you will help service users achieve a high quality of life by supporting them in participating in activities they enjoy, both at home and in the community. These activities might include swimming, visiting local shops, or playing the drums. You will also provide respectful personal care, as well as practical and emotional support. This Support Worker position is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to start a career in social care. No previous experience is required, as we provide full training. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a caring attitude and a commitment to providing the best quality of care. Vacancy Reference Number: 90388 Applications for this role must be...