West Berkshire Council

Shaw House is a beautiful, Grade I listed Elizabethan mansion in Newbury and is managed by us here at West Berkshire Council. We're exploring options to enhance Shaw House's commercial potential whilst safeguarding its heritage. To do this, we're holding a market engagement event at Shaw House on Wednesday 12 March, 10am - 3pm. Feedback from the event will be used to inform internal discussions around commercialisation options for the house. To register your interest in the event, and to receive an information pack, please email:?[email protected] You will then be given an allocated timeslot for a guided tour, followed by a presentation and facilitated breakout groups. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eHMF33QR

Are you an experienced Best Interest Assessor looking for a new opportunity within a dynamic and supportive Adult Social Care team? Best Interest Assessor is our job of the week, find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/edVSngxT #workforwestberkshire #joboftheweek #bestinterestassessor #vacancy #hiring #adultsocialcare #westberkshirecareers

We've started discussions with neighbouring local authorities to inform proposals on the future of councils in the area. It follows an announcement by the Government of programme of devolution and local government reorganisation. But what does this mean for communities in West Berkshire - and beyond? Read our latest article to find out more. #berkshire #oxfordshire #westberkshire #westberks #devolution #localgovernmentreorganisation #mhclg #localgovernment

Are you an experienced Trading Standards professional looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and supportive local authority? Senior Trading Standards Officer is our job of the week, find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eVV6tz45 #workforwestberkshire #tradingstandards #westberkshirecareers #vacancy #werehiring

Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and collaborative environment? Social Worker (Contact, Advice and Assessment Service) is our job of the week. Find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eD6hrmG9 #workforWestBerkshire #socialworkvacancy #vacancy #westberkshirecareers #werehiring

?? Our Newbury hub recently hosted an open day, bringing together local partners and community leaders to celebrate the vital drug and alcohol support available in West Berkshire. The event featured powerful speeches from public health partners from West Berkshire Council and our teams, highlighting the impact of accessible, high-quality recovery services. A standout moment was Andreas Kavalierou's introduction of the GLOVES programme, a unique boxing-inspired initiative that fosters resilience and determination in recovery. The day concluded with networking and a shared commitment to collaboration. Read the full story to see how these partnerships are making a real difference! ?? https://lnkd.in/eBqJfXvN #TeamViaWestBerkshire #CommunitySupport #AlcoholAndDrugSupport

On #TLevelThursday, we are celebrating the incredible support of our dedicated managers at West Berkshire Council, who are passionate about developing future talent by championing T-Level placements. Sharon Pearce, Central Family Hub Manager, is a strong advocate for work experience at the Family Hub, helping to highlight the fantastic work her teams do to support the local community while also providing valuable opportunities for students. Here’s what Sharon had to say about her experience as a manager: "When I was contacted about hosting a student, though keen, I was a little anxious. The hubs provide such a varied and at times intense service, could we offer all that the student wanted? I needn’t have worried; Millie has been brilliant. She wants to be a Social Worker and so we have offered every available opportunity to experience as we could, whilst maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding protocols. "She has become an asset to our team, supporting staff in groups, planning for sessions, sharing her ideas and creativity. She has built relationships with families, attended home visits, training sessions, and undertaking some administrative work. "Having Millie here has given the team an opportunity to coach and mentor a young person, building their own continuous professional development.?For me as a manager, it has allowed me to see my staff shine and share their passion and knowledge for their roles." #NAW2025 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #WorkforWestBerkshire

On #ApprenticeWednesday, you can hear from our apprentices about their experiences at West Berkshire Council! April joined West Berkshire as an apprentice straight after completing her A Levels in 2023 as she saw the benefits of earning whilst she was undertaking a qualification. The support she received all the way through the interview process and since starting in her role helped her to develop her skills and confidence as she came into the workplace for the first time. Hear from April here: https://lnkd.in/ehGnxQMY James has been with West Berkshire Council for 18 months, having started out as an apprentice in our Digital Team. He found that the flexibility he had to balance his workload with his studies helped him to achieve his Business Analyst qualification and to successfully apply for a permanent role which makes the most of his new skills. Hear from James here: https://lnkd.in/ey-wrGWt #NAW2025 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #WorkforWestBerkshire

Check out how we have championed apprenticeships with these fun facts... #NAW2025 #apprenticeships #NationalApprenticeshipWeek?#workforWestBerkshire?

At West Berkshire Council, we're proud to offer a strong apprenticeship programme that provides valuable, hands-on experience and training. Our apprenticeships are designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their chosen fields while gaining recognised qualifications, at any stage of their career. By investing in apprenticeships, we support the development of existing and future talent and provide a pathway to meaningful and rewarding careers within the Council and beyond. Read about Sam's journey as an Occupational Therapy apprentice with us below. #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2025 #WestBerkshireCouncil #apprenticeships #amazingapprenticeships #DfE?#occupationaltherapy #workforwestberkshire