35 health care jobs found in Reading

Job Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated care assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to individuals in care homes or receiving home care services. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on residents’ lives while developing valuable skills within the healthcare sector. The role requires excellent communication skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities ● Assist residents with daily activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility ● Support individuals with their care plans, ensuring personalised needs are met with compassion and respect ● Provide companionship and emotional support to residents or clients ● Help with meal preparation and assist during mealtimes as required ● Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any concerns to senior staff ● Support with...

Talentmark are recruiting for a Regulatory Affairs Consultant to join a pharmaceutical company on a 6-month contract. Salary: Up to £55.59 per hour PAYE (Inside IR35). Regulatory Affairs Consultant Role: • Support regulatory activities across Europe, the Middle East and Africa for established healthcare products. • Prepare and manage regulatory submissions, including variations, renewals and labelling updates. • Develop submission strategies for both straightforward and more complex regulatory changes. • Work closely with cross-functional teams to provide regulatory guidance and help keep projects on track. • Support the preparation and review of periodic safety and regulatory reports. • Lead lifecycle management activities from planning through to submission and approval. Your Background: • Degree qualified in a Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology or related scientific discipline. • Strong regulatory affairs experience within the pharmaceutical, consumer...

People who love to eat are always the best people." - Julia Child Seeking a Cook looking for their next challenge! You will be joining the team at a reputable care home. Preparing nutritious, well-balanced meals for approximately 40 residents while ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality. Offering competitive hourly rates of £17-£18 per hour based on skill and experience. The main hours worked are 08:30-13:30, shifts are flexible throughout the week. We welcome motivated cooks who are: Able to work within a team and independently Able to work confidently in busy or unfamiliar kitchens Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented Strong communicators who work well under pressure Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene procedures Cooking experience, preferably in a care, healthcare, or catering environment Caring and attentive approach to residents' needs. Your role may include but not be limited to: Prepare and cook meals according to planned...

Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker Jobs in Arborfield - Apply today Excellent Pay – £18.00 - £20.00 per hour Shifts That Fit Your Life – Days, nights, weekdays, weekends – you decide what works for you Are you a compassionate, experienced carer looking for a role where your work really matters and your time is truly valued? At MCS Healthcare, we don’t just talk about quality care—we live it. We’re a CQC-regulated provider supporting people in the community, from those with everyday needs to individuals requiring more complex care. And we know that great care only happens when we look after our team just as much as we look after our clients. Why Join MCS Healthcare? We get it—care work can be demanding, but also deeply rewarding. That’s why we’ve built a supportive, respectful environment where you're paid for every minute you work, trained to succeed, and recognised for your commitment. As a Healthcare Assistant you will: * Provide personal care and support * Administer...

Community Keyworker  Location: Reading and Oxford offices, with travel across Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire Contract: Temporary Salary: £18.00 per hour (Umbrella rate) PAYE Equivalent: Approximately £14.50 - £15.00 per hour, depending on statutory costs and deductions. About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Keyworker to join our Thames Valley team on a temporary basis. This is an exciting opportunity to support women involved in the Criminal Justice System, helping them overcome barriers, access vital services, and build positive futures. Working across the Thames Valley region, you will provide holistic, person-centred support to women on probation in the community and those being released from prison through post-sentence supervision arrangements. The role includes delivering in-reach and "Through the Gate" support, ensuring women receive the practical and emotional assistance they need to successfully reintegrate into their...

Qualified Nursery Practitioner Join Nurseplus as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Qualified Nursery Practitioner, you’ll be providing high-quality care within a nursery setting across the local area. You will be required to provide day-to-day cover for short or longer-term placements, supporting children's development, ensuring their safety, and helping them learn through play. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts, and you’ll truly be able to make a difference to a child’s life. Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time or part-time, so you can fit work around your life. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn £14.75 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work. Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our...

SEMH Teaching Assistants (Full-Time / Long-Term) Reading| Secondary School Settings September/ASAP Start | Competitive Daily Rate Supply Desk is delighted to be working in partnership with a number of supportive and inclusive secondary schools in the Reading area to recruit dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity to support young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and make a meaningful difference in their education and personal development. This role would suit resilient, patient, and proactive individuals who are passionate about supporting students in overcoming barriers to learning and achieving positive outcomes. The Role As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support students both in and out of the classroom, helping them to regulate emotions, engage with learning, and develop positive behaviours in a structured and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group...

Take the team out of teamwork and you just have work. Now, who wants that?" - Matthew Stover Seeking a Kitchen Assistant looking for their next challenge! You will be joining the team at a reputable care home. Supporting preparation of nutritious, well-balanced meals for approximately 40 residents while ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality. The Kitchen Assistant helps create a pleasant dining experience while supporting the health and wellbeing of residents. Offering competitive hourly rates of £13-14 per hour based on skill and experience. The main hours worked are between 09:00-14:00, shifts are flexible throughout the week. We welcome motivated kitchen assistants who are: Able to work within a team and independently Able to work confidently in busy or unfamiliar kitchens Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented Strong communicators who work well under pressure Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene procedures Caring and attentive...

Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Mental Health Location: The Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading, RG1 2LU Contract: Locum | Hybrid Rate: £40 per hour About the Role: Eden Brown Synergy is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join Reading Borough Council's Mental Health Social Care Team. This role involves delivering high-quality, strengths-based assessments, care planning, and interventions for adults with complex mental health needs. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary partners, including NHS mental health services, to provide person-centred support that promotes recovery, independence, and safeguarding. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, undertake statutory duties under the Care Act, Mental Health Act, and Mental Capacity Act, and provide supervision and guidance to less experienced staff where required. Previous experience in a senior or supervisory capacity is desirable. Essential Requirements: Registered with Social...

Finishing Foreman required to work on a new build residential development based in Reading, Berkshire. Development is 17 houses, Ten 3 bedroom & seven 4 bed. * Assist with snagging, handovers, and customer care processes. * Preparing plots for CML. * Maintain accurate site records and reporting documentation. * Help manage materials, deliveries, and site logistics * Experience working on new-build housing developments. * Strong understanding of health and safety regulations. * Excellent organisational and communication skills. * Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced construction environment. * Proactive approach with strong attention to detail. Finishing Foreman will need: CSCS Card SSSTS/SMSTS Would be preferred. If you are a finishing foreman available for work and interested in this position please apply and we will contact you to discuss in further detail

Site Manager – Immediate Start We are currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to join a well-established project team for the final stages of a live construction project. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and hands-on Site Manager to oversee key finishing works, ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities: * Managing day-to-day site operations during the final phase of the project * Overseeing groundworks activities, including the removal of stoned-up areas associated with temporary works * Coordinating landscaping works and ensuring programme targets are achieved * Maintaining exceptional health & safety standards at all times within a live campus environment * Managing subcontractors, site logistics, and quality control * Ensuring all works are completed in accordance with project specifications and company procedures Requirements: * Proven experience working as a Site...

Job Title: Electrician Location: Reading Job Overview: O'Neill & Brennan are currently looking for electricians to start ASAP on a industrial refurbishment project in Reading. This is a great opportunity to join a busy site with consistent hours and the potential for weekend overtime Key Duties: * Carry out electrical installation work on an industrial refurbishment project * Work from drawings and site specifications * Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard * Collaborate with site management and other trades on site * Follow all health and safety procedures Requirements: * Valid JIB Card * Fully qualified Electrician * Previous experience working on large commercial and industrial projects * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Full PPE * Recent work references Pay & Benefits: * £28.00 per hour CIS * 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday * Weekend overtime available * 3-4 months' duration...

Surface Preparation Operative Location: Reading Pay Rate: £13.00 - £13.50 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm Contract: Temp to Perm Immediate Start Available We are currently recruiting for a Surface Preparation Operative to join a busy and growing manufacturing business based in Reading. This is a hands-on role preparing metal components prior to the powder coating process. The successful candidate will be responsible for sanding, cleaning and preparing products to a high standard before they move through the next stage of production. The working environment can become very warm during peak periods, with temperatures reaching up to 35°C. Key Responsibilities Sanding and preparing metal components ready for powder coating Removing surface imperfections and defects Cleaning and degreasing components prior to processing Masking products where required Carrying out visual quality inspections Using hand and power tools safely and effectively Maintaining a clean...

Randstad Live Job Alert - Job Title - Telehandler Tickets Needed - CPCS or NPORS and Driving Liscence Location - Reading Start Date - June or July. Machine Operation: Using multi-functional joysticks and changing attachments (e.g., forks, buckets, winches) depending on the task Safety & Inspections: Performing pre-start checks, routine maintenance, and strictly adhering to load charts and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines. Site Support: Assisting ground crews, organizing material storage, and supporting various trades (like bricklayers) with site clearance. If Interested - Please call (phone number removed) Joe @ Randstad - Thank You Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or...

Randstad UK CPE Team is looking to onboard a labourer in Reading for our ongoing residential project. Job Title: Site Labourer Location: Reading Temporary Pay Rate: £15.55 - £16.55 per hourWe are currently recruiting Labourers for a range of upcoming projects. We have both long-term and short-term opportunities available, offering flexibility to suit your availability. About the Role: Assisting on site with general labouring duties Supporting trades and site managers as required Loading and unloading materials Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Following all health and safety guidelinesRequirements: Previous labouring or site experience preferred (but not essential) Valid CSCS card (if required) Good work ethic and reliability Ability to work as part of a team We have multiple vacancies coming up and are looking for reliable candidates ready to start soon. Please click Appiy or call us on (phone number removed). Thanks Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes...

Resource Manager (SC Cleared role)   Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Resource Manager that will require SC Clearance before starting in post.   This is a fulltime (37 hours) temporary contract for 12 months deemed inside IR35 working on a hybrid model requiring 2 days working onsite near Reading.   We’re looking for Resource Managers who are ideally APM members/accredited to join the organisation in working on day to day projects, establishing where skilled resources can be allocated and supporting changes in tactical resource management.   We’re looking for RMs with an awareness of P3M who can offer experience of recruitment management and resource management.   Key Accountabilities: Assess, plan and deliver assigned workstream(s) (i.e. Professional Development, Future Careers, Learning and Training), cognisant of requirements of all disciplines within P3M Function. Advise on and make recommendations on how to further the aims and...

Job Title: Resource Manager - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading (2 days / week on site) Contract Duration: 12 Months Rate: £63.55/hr (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC clearance Key Accountabilities: Assess, plan and deliver assigned workstream(s) (i.e. Professional Development, Future Careers, Learning and Training), cognisant of requirements of all disciplines within P3M Function. Advise on and make recommendations on how to further the aims and objectives of the workstreams within People Development, so as to continually improve, optimise our offering, and become more efficient, as a service area within the ePMO Collaborate with Professional Bodies and Industry Partners to ensure  P3M capability is industry leading and aligned to best practise. Lead, coach and develop a team at a local level to deliver team and personal objectives, thereby helping realise the intended benefits of the P3M People Capability Strategy .• Maintain and promote high personal...

I am currently working alongside a UK's market leading groundworks and RC frame sub - contractor. My client is looking to onboard an engineer to manage the engineering of an ongoing Large RC frame structure for a major project that is being delivered. Site engineer responsibilities: * Setting out and producing As built surveys * Reporting to project engineer * Health and safety compliance to the highest level * QA * Raising design issues * RFI's Site engineer requirements: * Valid CSCS Card * Civil engineering degree * Laptop and AutoCAD * SMSTS or SSSTS - not essential (Desirable). Please apply and one of my team will be in touch

Environment Advisor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Salary: £50,000 plus benefits Location: Reading Are you passionate about driving environmental performance - and want to help strengthen an ISO 14001-certified Environmental Management System? Do you enjoy being "hands-on" with on-site checks, data reporting, and working closely with colleagues and suppliers to deliver measurable progress? We are supporting a large automotive retailer who are seeking an Environment Advisor on a 12-month FTC. In this role, you'll provide essential day-to-day support to the team on environmental matters, helping uphold ISO 14001and supporting progress towards a net-zero target for 2030. This role covers a key site for the organisation in Reading and supports the wider UK estate. Key responsibilities include: Take over day-to-day running of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and associated activities, including open audit actions and live initiatives Carry out regular site walkarounds,...

Setting Out Site Engineer needed in Reading Location: Reading RG2 Rate: £280 -£350 per day Hours: 7.30 to 5pm Job Type: Contract - 1 month Job Description: Stridden Limited are recruiting for an established Groundworkers and Civils Contractor who are currently looking for an experienced Setting Out Site Engineer to join their team. You will be a key member of their site team, responsible for the technical and quality control of civil engineering works in Reading. Site Engineer Key Duties: Your role will involve: · Setting out and conducting surveys to ensure all work is carried out to the highest level of accuracy, in line with engineering drawings and project specifications. · Managing and supervising subcontractors and direct labour, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. · Inspecting and auditing work on-site, implementing quality assurance procedures, and preparing comprehensive daily reports. · Acting as the primary point...