Role: Procurement Manager Salary/Rate: £70-77 per hr inside IR35 Location: Hybrid, Reading Contract Duration: 18-months We are currently looking for a Procurement Manager for our government client. This Procurement Manager role is hybrid, based between working 2 days per week on site in Reading and the remainder of the week working remotely. There is no further flexibility with the on-site requirement. The contract for the Procurement Manager position is for 18-months, with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. Security Clearance: Security Check ("SC Clearance") This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role, it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Essential skills/experience required: Proven procurement and strategic sourcing experience within the public sector, including use of Government frameworks Strong working knowledge of PA23 and PCR, with demonstrable compliance in complex procurement environments Experience managing NEC...

Health & Safety Risk Assessor / Health & Safety Officer – Qualified, Experienced or Trainee Level positions Fantastic opportunity for motivated individuals to join as either an experienced or trainee Health & Safety Risk Assessor / Health & Safety Officer. For a trainee role no experience is needed as full training and support are provided, making this an excellent first step into a Health & Safety career.  This is also an excellent opportunity for an experienced / qualified H&S professional. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Safety Coordinator, Facilities Assistant, Compliance Administrator, Risk Trainee, Junior Safety Inspector, Entry-Level Risk Assessor   NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – FULL TRAINING PROVIDED If you have a H&S / SHEQ background, NEBOSH certified, Intermediate Level in Fire Risk Assessment then great. If not, that’s fine too as the company will provide full...

Our Client, Reading council are looking for a Childcare Advocate paying 65 an hour We are seeking an experienced Childcare Advocate to work in our dynamic and supportive Advocacy Team within the Joint Legal Team, a centre of excellence recently commended by Lawyers in Local Government. Our team handles a wide range of Family Court hearings, primarily care proceedings and related matters, delivering high-quality advocacy and ensuring continuity of representation for our clients throughout their cases. In this role, you will undertake a variety of hearings, including contested matters, final hearings, and emergency or short-notice hearings. While some hearings will be conducted remotely, you will also be required to attend hearings in Reading, Slough, and occasionally London or other court centres. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent standard of service, so you will be expected to bring both strong advocacy skills and a client-focused approach to your work. Job Purpose...

Are you searching for a teaching role that offers variety and flexibility? Do you want to be in control of your own diary? Do you specialise in Special Education? If so, then this opportunity is for you! Supply teaching is a brilliant opportunity to maintain a manageable work-life balance and is ideal for Teachers looking to gain experience in multiple schools as well as newly qualified teachers looking to gain valuable teaching experience. There are currently a number of schools in the Reading area looking for a reliable, motivated and flexible SEN teacher to help cover short and long-term absences. This will involve working with students with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech/communication needs, learning difficulties, dyslexia, ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs, and trauma. You will have the chance to work with children as young as 3 all the way to KS5, so this the perfect opportunity if you are interested in working with all age groups and...

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Water Rate: 35 to 45 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: Thames Valley Type: Contract Outside IR35 Hybrid working About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with strong UK water sector experience to support the delivery of complex infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. This is a contract opportunity operating outside IR35, offering long-term project stability and hybrid working. You will provide hands-on technical expertise across the full project lifecycle, supporting design, coordination, and delivery on critical water industry schemes. About Our Client: Our client is a well-established UK engineering consultancy with a strong presence in the water sector. They are recognised for delivering technically robust, sustainable solutions and for working collaboratively with contractors, clients, and stakeholders across major programmes. Key Responsibilities: Project Delivery Support and deliver...

Job title: Senior Engineering Manager Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 12 Months Location: Reading Hybrid/Remote Working: 2-3 days onsite, home working rest of the week Hours of work: 37 hours per week Role information: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead the delivery of complex facility design projects within a secure, regulated environment. This role will act as the primary engineering representative on projects, ensuring designs meet business needs, functional performance goals, and lifecycle requirements. You will oversee engineering activities from initial concept through to project handover, maintaining the Design Intent and Design Information Configuration throughout. Act as the lead engineering representative for allocated projects, ensuring delivery against requirements, safety standards, schedule, quality, and value for money. Serve as the main point of contact for all engineering matters....

We are supporting an emerging investment-backed technology business to appoint an Temporary Finance Analyst to build and shape a newly created analytics function. This is a high-impact role offering significant scope to influence business strategy, with flexibility to mould the position around the individual s strengths, and potential to turn permanent. Finance Analyst Responsibilities - Establish and lead the finance analytics capability, building robust reporting, insight, and performance tracking across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow - Deliver core FP&A outputs including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis to support rapid growth and strategic decision-making - Partner directly with senior leadership and investors, providing clear, actionable insights to inform business performance and funding decisions - Analyse capital expenditure and investment cases, supporting prioritisation and return-focused decision-making - Operate as a key member of a lean...

Job Title: Customer Support Advisor (Accommodation Services) Location: Reading Job Purpose: This role provides high-quality frontline customer service to residents in a managed accommodation setting, ensuring a positive living experience. Responsibilities include supporting bookings, coordinating property maintenance, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role involves close collaboration with colleagues to maximise occupancy and streamline tenant processes. Key Accountabilities: Support the generation of income by maximising bookings and occupancy, working alongside colleagues to promote available accommodation. Serve as the first point of contact for resident enquiries via phone, email, and in person. Advise on accommodation options and guide prospective residents through the application process. Assist with move-in and move-out procedures, including compliance checks and financial transactions. Maintain high service standards by addressing...

We have an opening for a CSCS Painter Decorator to join a new and exciting long-term project with one of our well-established clients in Winnersh Triangle Reading Skills and Requirements: CSCS card - Essential 3+ years of site experience Few Weeks Work Free Parking onsite Good communication skills Tools - Essential If interested please get in touch with Larry on (phone number removed), or contact the office on (phone number removed). Alternatively you can click "Apply" to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV and ideally with a cover letter. Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

JIB ELECTRICIAN WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 START: THURSDAY 16TH APRIL PAY RATE 30.00 PER HOUR DURATION: 4-6 WEEKS WORKING HOURS: 07:30AM-16:00PM We require an experienced Gold carded electrician for project in Winnersh, RG41 to start Wednesday 16th April working on a office refurbishment project completing 1st & 2nd fix small power refurb. As an Electrician you will need: A current JIB/ ECS Card Full PPE An understanding of Health & Safety Be able to provide references from previous work Please apply by sending your details to Search Construction or call Connor on (phone number removed). Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

We are looking for Electricians Mates to work on a commercial project in Wokingham: 20.00PH UMB, LTD 45hrs (0730 to 1630hrs) 4 months work Duties include assisting Electricians with 1st fix installation of metal tray/conduit, dado and wiring on a new build school development. Candidates will hold a valid ECS/JIB card and be able to provide relevant work references. 17.50PH PAYE if preferred Call Nathan on (phone number removed) to discuss role further or apply Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

We are looking for Electricians to work on a commercial project in Wokingham: 26.00PH CIS, UMB, LTD 45hrs (0730 to 1630hrs) 4 months work Duties include 1st fix installation of metal tray/conduit, dado and wiring on a new build school development. Candidates will hold a valid ECS/JIB card and be able to provide relevant work references. 19.50PH PAYE if preferred Call Nathan on (phone number removed) to discuss role further or apply Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Job Description: Position Title: Registered Nurse Reports to: Home Manager Job base: Client Residential Care Home Shift work including evenings, weekends and nights; Some on call work may be required. Job purpose: To provide a quality nursing service that meets the needs of the residents and fulfils regulatory and organisational requirements. Summary The job sits within Care, which provides older people with high quality nursing and residential care throughout the country. Homes offer a wide range of high quality care options including respite, palliative and specialist dementia care. The job holder will ensure that they fully understand and fulfil their responsibilities in respect of both health & safety and equality & diversity at all times. This profile is not an exhaustive list of duties and other activities may need to be carried out requiring similar skill levels. Key Accountabilities (All accountabilities will be carried out in line...

Mortgage Advisor / Life & Protection Financial Advisor An exciting opportunity for a self-employed Mortgage Advisor / Life & Protection Financial Advisor to provide expert mortgage advice, protection solutions, and client-focused financial services while building strong client relationships and growing a successful advisory business. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Financial Adviser, Mortgage Consultant, Protection Specialist, Independent Financial Adviser, Loan Advisor   LOCATION: Remote working covering clients in Wokingham, Berkshire and surrounds JOB TYPE: Self-Employed WORKING HOURS: Manage your own Hours. Full-Time or Part-Time. Flexible   JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Mortgage Advisor / Life & Protection Financial Advisor to join a growing and well-regarded organisation operating within financial services....

Public Health Researcher A fantastic opportunity for a research professional to lead evidence-based practice, evaluation, and public health research, working with stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights and improve outcomes across the organisation. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Public Health Analyst, Research Officer, Evaluation Specialist, Data Analyst, Evidence and Insight Officer, Local Authority Researcher, Research and Evaluation Officer, Qualitative Researcher, Quantitative Researcher, Local Authority Research Practitioner This role is known internally as a Local Authority Research Practitioner   SALARY: £36,363 to £39,862 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: Hybrid working from the office in Wokingham, Berkshire, and from home JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 2 Year Fixed Term Contract WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week   JOB OVERVIEW We have a...

Job Title: Senior Finance Transformation Manager - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 24 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC (Must be eligible) Qualified accountant recognised qualification or equivalent experience PMO skills/Experience Proactive, a self-starter who can use initiative to get assigned tasks completed. Essential: Active SC Clearance or eligible/willing to be put through SC. SC would need to be in place prior to starting. Co-ordinating across finance function and working with cross functions to deliver change, I.E. IT Experience of driving system enabled business improvement related to finance 5 10 years experience (Proven individual) Qualified accountant recognised qualification or equivalent experience PMO skills/Experience Proactive, a self-starter who can use initiative to get assigned tasks completed. Has worked on a...

Job Title : Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £81.74/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential: SC (Security Clearance) 5+ years Public Procurement experience Negotiating Stripping costs from contracts Supplier Relationship Management Ability to influence and deliver Stakeholder Management at various levels, internal and external Ability to work autonomously Has worked similar size of contract Knowledge of MOD or working with MOD, 3+ years (worst case would accept public sector experience) Has experience doing competitive flexible procurement on PA23. Open framework experience Desirable: ERP experience An IT Background Background in integrating systems, eg SAP or similar Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and...

Location: Aldermaston Job Type: Minimum 3-month contract Start Date: Tuesday 5th May Overview: We are seeking a skilled and reliable Electrician to join our team on a fast-paced office fit-out project. This role is ideal for someone with strong commercial experience who can deliver high-quality electrical installations within tight deadlines. Key Responsibilities: Carry out first and second fix electrical installations in a commercial office environment Install containment systems including tray, trunking, and conduit Wire lighting, power, data points, and distribution boards Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations and health & safety standards Work collaboratively with other trades on-site to meet project timelines Requirements: Valid JIB Gold Card Proven experience in commercial or office fit-out projects Must be able to pass security clearance and...

Join Our Team as an HR Generalist! Are you ready to make a real impact in the world of Human Resources? Our client, a dynamic organization, is seeking an enthusiastic HR Generalist to lead the employee lifecycle and administrative operations in the UK. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture, we want to hear from you! Position: HR Generalist Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time What You'll Do: As an HR Generalist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the employee experience post-hire. Your responsibilities will include: Onboarding & Induction: Collaborate with the Regional EMA HR Manager to design and implement a robust onboarding program. Ensure new hires have everything they need for a successful start Employee Relations & Coaching: Provide invaluable support to line management on a range of Employee Relations matters, from performance management to absence...

About the Role Electrician Southern Housing is looking for a skilled Electrician to join our Direct Services team, delivering a high-quality, resident-focused repairs and maintenance service. You'll play a key role in reactive repairs, inspections, and compliance work across occupied and void properties, helping ensure our residents have safe, well-maintained homes. You'll work as part of a dedicated team but will be trusted to manage your own workload efficiently, always aiming for a first-time fix and excellent customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Electrician Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, inspections, testing and surveys in line with regulations and safety standards Complete work orders and reports accurately using mobile systems Deliver works within agreed response times and quality standards Diagnose and rectify faults efficiently, minimising repeat visits Support emergency call-out services via a fair rota system Liaise professionally with...