Reading Council

Reading Council Welcome to Reading Council's official page. Our account is not monitored 24/7. We pride ourselves in being open. We list our social media accounts above.

View our social media house rules: www.reading.gov.uk/contact-us/social-media-house-rules/. We believe that social media is an important part in how people live their lives. At Reading Council we’re adaptable and continually changing how we improve the way we work. We’ve a set of house rules on how we use social media and how we expect people to use it too. https://www.reading.gov.uk/SocialMedia

What we’ll do:

We’ll confirm it is us: if you can see a Reading Council account online you can check it is us. We’ll listen:

We’ll read all messages and look to flag-up problems with the most relevant part of the organisation. We’re keen to hear from you. We’ll say when we’ll monitor each account. We’ll not be online 24-hours a day. But we will say when we’ll be online on each social media account we use. We generally monitor our accounts during working hours, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. If you have an emergency during office hours we recommend you call us 0118 937 3787. If you have an emergency outside of our working hours call our out-of-hours emergency team on 0118 937 3737. We try and respond where we can and when we can help. If possible we’ll respond on the same day but resolving an issue may take longer if we need to find out further information. We don’t always respond to every comment although we always aim to respond to direct service-related queries. We’ll be human and polite

We’ll treat each message with the politeness you’d expect if you were dealing with us face-to-face or on the telephone. We’ll follow people where we can. But this doesn’t mean endorsement. What we’d like you to do in return

We’d like you to be polite. We know that sometimes things don’t go to plan and you’ll want to flag things up with us. But do remember, we’re human and the person monitoring the social media account is only trying to help. So are other people who use social media. We’d like you not be anti-social

We won’t tolerate swearing, threats or abuse online just as we don’t offline. We will remove unlawful or offensive posts. We will not engage with comments that are deliberately designed to be offensive or antagonistic. We won’t always be able to deal with your query on social media. We’ll direct you to other channels instead if this is the case. We will not tolerate personal attacks on an individual on our social media channels. If you’ve a complaint to make against a named person you can do so here on our official complaints page. We’d like you not to spam or advertise. Our social media channels aren’t the place for followers to advertise. Making the same points over and over – otherwise known as spamming – isn’t for our social media. You’ll be better off making a complaint or contacting us another way so we can look into the issue for you. We’d like you to not over-share. If you’ve got an issue we’ll happily look into it. But be careful not to post private information about yourself or others. Of course, most of the time social media works fine but on the rare occasion where you don’t stick to the house rules we reserve the right to delete offending content and block you from contacting us through that route. We also reserve the right to screen shot content and contact police. If you have any questions about our social media or feel a post may be taken down unfairly email us at [email protected]

There are lots of different ways to volunteer. This Volunteers' Week why not see if there is something you'd enjoy givin...
01/06/2026

There are lots of different ways to volunteer. This Volunteers' Week why not see if there is something you'd enjoy giving your time to.

The Reading Water Fest Team is looking for enthusiastic volunteer stewards to help them welcome visitors during the event and keep the day running smoothly!

What you’ll gain:
✅ Experience of working within an events team
✅ Experience of welcoming visitors of all ages, in an engaging environment
✅ Learning more about Reading’s charity and community organisations
✅ A fun day out!

📆 Saturday 27 June, the shifts on the day of the event are 9am - 2pm or 1.45pm - 6.45pm

📍 Forbury Gardens, Reading Abbey Ruins, Chestnut Walk and Riverside Walk

Interested in helping out? Find out more and apply at the link in the comments ⬇️

The Reading Water Fest Team is looking for enthusiastic volunteer stewards to help them welcome visitors during the event and keep the day running smoothly!

What you’ll gain:
✅ Experience of working within an events team
✅ Experience of welcoming visitors of all ages, in an engaging environment
✅ Learning more about Reading’s charity and community organisations
✅ A fun day out!

📆 Saturday 27 June, the shifts on the day of the event are 9am - 2pm or 1.45pm - 6.45pm
📍 Forbury Gardens, Reading Abbey Ruins, Chestnut Walk and Riverside Walk

Interested in helping out? Find out more and apply at the link in the comments ⬇️

♥️ Do you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm to reinterpret and enhance the visitor experience of Reading Museum...
31/05/2026

♥️ Do you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm to reinterpret and enhance the visitor experience of Reading Museum’s Roman Gallery, connecting a wider range of people to Reading’s Roman heritage?

📆 This is an exciting opportunity to join Reading Museum’s major heritage project, Roman Britain Reimagined in Reading, which will transform the current Roman Silchester Gallery into a vibrant new Calleva Gallery opening in early 2028.

💼 Working as Collection Interpretation Officer, you’ll help shape how visitors experience and engage with the story of Calleva — the important Roman town at Silchester — using the latest archaeological research from the University of Reading.

The new gallery will:
🏺 Redisplay nationally significant collections in exciting and accessible ways
🏺 Share new discoveries from 30 years of excavations
🏺 Explore stories of Iron Age and Roman Calleva, including diet, trade, religion and everyday life
🏺 Highlight the cultural and ethnic diversity of Calleva and its parallels with modern-day Reading
🏺 Support community engagement activities and schools’ programmes

We’re looking for someone who can:
✔ Create engaging, inclusive and audience-focused interpretation
✔ Bring complex historical and archaeological stories to life
✔ Work collaboratively with museum colleagues, academics, schools and communities
✔ Develop interpretation that connects with diverse audiences
✔ Help deliver a transformative visitor experience

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-profile cultural project that will reshape how Reading’s Roman heritage is understood and shared for future generations.

💻 To apply: https://rdguk.info/JyiVu

🔥🚰 We’re Hiring: Gas and Plumbing Engineer – Housing Repairs Team 🏠🛠️Are you a qualified Gas and Plumbing Engineer looki...
30/05/2026

🔥🚰 We’re Hiring: Gas and Plumbing Engineer – Housing Repairs Team 🏠🛠️

Are you a qualified Gas and Plumbing Engineer looking to make a real difference in people’s homes? Our Housing Repairs Team is seeking a skilled professional to maintain, repair, and improve council properties across Reading, ensuring residents enjoy safe, warm, and comfortable homes. 💙

This is a hands-on, customer-focused role where your expertise will have a direct impact on the lives of residents every day.

✨ What you’ll be doing:
🔧 Carrying out gas and plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installations
✅ Completing gas safety checks and ensuring compliance with regulations
🚿 Installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems and fixtures
🔍 Diagnosing faults and providing effective solutions
🚨 Responding to emergency and routine repairs
⚠️ Following health & safety procedures and maintaining high-quality standards
🤝 Delivering a professional and courteous service to residents

💼 What we’re looking for:
🔥 Gas Safe registered engineer
🎓 Qualified plumber with domestic plumbing experience
🧠 Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
💬 Excellent communication skills and customer-focused approach
👷 Ability to work independently and as part of a team
🚗 Full driving licence

🌟 Why join us?
You’ll be part of a supportive and professional Housing Repairs Team in a stable public sector environment. Your work will be valued, varied, and make a visible impact on the community every day.

💻 To apply: https://rdguk.info/7iYXy

📖 There will be more adult fiction to choose from when Reading's new Central Library opens in the Civic Centre, Bridge S...
30/05/2026

📖 There will be more adult fiction to choose from when Reading's new Central Library opens in the Civic Centre, Bridge St, on Thursday 18 June.
With an extra 45 metres of shelf space compared to the previous location, there will be something to suit every taste.
We also have extra shelving for spoken word and large print items.
Why not become a member now so you are ready to borrow books, listen to audio books, or use the computers and Wi-Fi?.
Join here - https://rdguk.info/H3dgP

🧪 We’re hiring: Science Technician - Kendrick School🌟 Do you have a passion for science and enjoy supporting students an...
29/05/2026

🧪 We’re hiring: Science Technician - Kendrick School

🌟 Do you have a passion for science and enjoy supporting students and staff in a busy school environment?

🔬 Kendrick School is looking for a Science Technician to provide technical and administrative support across the Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics departments.

🧫 We are looking for individuals with a good understanding and interest in science, with specialist knowledge in Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics being an advantage.

📚 In this rewarding role, you will:
⚗️ Support practical lessons and prepare materials and equipment for experiments
📝 Provide technical and administrative support to the Science departments
🤝 Support Science partnership and outreach activities
🧹 Help maintain equipment, resources and safe working environments
💻 Use your organisational and IT skills to support the smooth running of the department

💻 To apply: https://rdguk.info/w7OnH

29/05/2026

East and North Reading Family Hub offers a wide range of services and support for all Reading residents aged 0 to 25.

Enjoy the Big Explorers group for children aged 2-5; mother and baby yoga run by Sport in Mind; dads-to-be evening courses; and much more.

Why not check out the full timetable and see if there’s something you could benefit from.

You can now book our community centre rooms, halls, and meeting spaces onlineWhether you need a place to meet, to celebr...
29/05/2026

You can now book our community centre rooms, halls, and meeting spaces online

Whether you need a place to meet, to celebrate, or teach, booking is quick and easy ➡️ https://rdguk.info/URZmA

🌟 We’re Recruiting Now! 🌟Join Team Reading and help us make a real difference in our brand‑new residential Stable Loving...
28/05/2026

🌟 We’re Recruiting Now! 🌟
Join Team Reading and help us make a real difference in our brand‑new residential Stable Loving Homes.

We’re looking for passionate and dedicated people to join us as:
✨ Childcare Practitioners
✨ Childcare Practitioners – Waking Nights
✨ Childcare Practitioners – Casual

If you’re committed to creating safe, supportive and nurturing environments where children can thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
🔗 Apply today: https://rdguk.info/v9KD7
💜 Be part of something meaningful. Be part of Reading Borough Council.

28/05/2026

“I got my first two-wheeled scooter…. for my fourth birthday”

“It’s lovely to get them out… I just don’t want them sat inside all day on screens”

Take a look at our skatepark in South Reading at John Rabson Recreation ground, why not pop along this weekend or try a new play area you haven’t visited before.

🌟 Join Our Nursery Team! 🌟We’re on the lookout for a passionate Early Years Educator to join our nurturing and supportiv...
28/05/2026

🌟 Join Our Nursery Team! 🌟

We’re on the lookout for a passionate Early Years Educator to join our nurturing and supportive setting 👶✨

If you love inspiring little learners and creating fun, meaningful experiences, we’d love to hear from you!

What we offer:
💛 A friendly and supportive team
📚 Opportunities for development and growth
🎨 A fun, creative working environment

👶 Make a difference where it matters most — in the early years!
📩 Apply today: https://rdguk.info/la1yz

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