Reablement Support Worker

Salary £25,183 - £25,992, plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts Hours per week: 37 hours We are continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received. Wiltshire Reablement – Empowering Independence If you are passionate about helping others and looking to start your career in the care industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We believe in nurturing talent from within and offer NVQ apprenticeships and upskilling through practice and skills development. Main duties of the job Our Reablement Support Workers provide vital assistance to individuals in their homes post‑hospital discharge. They play a pivotal role in helping customers achieve their goals, working closely with dedicated occupational therapists to co‑develop personalised reablement plans. We are seeking individuals with a genuine passion for helping others who are available on a rota basis between 7am to 10pm 365 days a year. Showcase your flexibility, adaptability, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Embrace teamwork while thriving independently and be part of a rewarding journey, making a positive impact on the lives of others. Job Responsibilities Work with customers to help them regain their independence with daily living skills, including washing, dressing, meal preparation, and personal care Safeguard the health, safety and wellbeing of customers as well as colleagues Take part in staff development programmes, assuming responsibility for own professional development (e.g., Care Certificate and specialist reablement training) Assist customers with the use of mobility aids and assistive equipment where required Deliver reablement support in a range of settings – primarily customers' own homes but also day centres, day hospitals and in the community Assist customers with moving and positioning, adhering to health & safety requirements and organisational policy and procedures Contribute to daily communications, accurate record keeping, recording actions, interventions and incidents in customers' records Participate in regular team meetings and customer review meetings Ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and maintain customer confidentiality and security of information at all times Communicate effectively with the immediate team and other health and social care professionals as appropriate Participate in own supervisions, appraisals and objective setting Assist the team with general duties if required (e.g., office filing, answering telephone calls) Work as part of the team, offering a flexible approach to staff rostering Abide by the principles and practice set out in the staff handbook Specific requirements for this post: work shifts to meet the needs of the service, including early morning, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. An unsocial hours payment will be paid where appropriate. Travel across the Wiltshire area to carry out customer visits. About us Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. This is why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Person Specification Experience Experience which demonstrates ability to undertake the role Understanding of relevant procedures and working practices Awareness and understanding of the client group Training and knowledge in a range of procedures and medical equipment to support clients Basic knowledge of Wiltshire Council professional groups and external agencies, relevant to the role Sensitivity and empathy to build trusting and supportive relationships with clients and families Care skills and basic knowledge of mobility, nutrition and financial issues to provide practical, emotional support to clients and families Ability to follow routines, carry out set care plans, record and monitor changes in client condition Basic literacy and numeracy Ability to communicate one‑to‑one and in small groups with relevant client group Qualifications Care Certificate or equivalent skills and experience, or willingness to undertake the required training General level of education to GCSE A Empathy with the elderly and/or people with a disability and an understanding of their needs Ability to work alone and as part of a team Ability to prioritise and organise own workload A pleasant and helpful manner Effective communication both written and oral Previous experience of providing care and support to the elderly and/or people with a learning disability Basic knowledge of safeguarding Basic knowledge of regulations relevant to community care C or equivalent skills and experience This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order). Disclosure and Barring Service Check required. #J-18808-Ljbffr