Community Reablement Assistant

Hampshire County Council; Andover; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Community Reablement Assistant to help individuals regain confidence and independence at home after hospital stays. This role involves supporting daily routines and promoting independence, with no experience required as full training will be provided. The position offers flexible shifts on a fixed rota, including weekends and holidays, with enhanced pay opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support Daily Routines - Help with washing, dressing, nutrition and continence care.
• Deliver Person-Centred Care - Tailor your support to individual needs.
• Promote Independence - Encourage and enable people to do things for themselves again.
• Provide Reassurance - Motivate and support people through recovery.
• Build Relationships - Work closely with service users, families and your team.

Skills

Motivation and commitment to helping others

Compassion

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

Overview

Help People Thrive at Home! When someone leaves hospital, everyday tasks can feel overwhelming. As a Community Reablement Assistant, you’ll help people regain their confidence and independence in their own homes - supporting them to live life as fully and independently as possible.

Our Rapid Response service is available from 07:00 to 22:00, every day of the year, enabling us to deliver flexible, timely support whenever it’s needed most. You’ll work on a fixed 3-week rolling rota, so your shifts will include evenings, weekends, and public holidays - for which you’ll receive enhanced pay in line with HCC’s salary policy. You’ll cover the North Hampshire area which includes places such as Basingstoke, Alton, Aldershot, Liphook, Whitchurch, Bordon and Farnborough.

Responsibilities

• Support Daily Routines - Help with washing, dressing, nutrition and continence care.
• Deliver Person-Centred Care - Tailor your support to individual needs.
• Promote Independence - Encourage and enable people to do things for themselves again.
• Provide Reassurance - Motivate and support people through recovery.
• Build Relationships - Work closely with service users, families and your team.

Requirements / What we’re looking for

No experience? No problem. We’ll provide full training. What matters most is your:

• Motivation and commitment to helping others
• Compassion, empathy and patience
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to work shifts on a rota

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