In-Home Reablement & Recovery Support Worker

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay for evenings and weekends

26 days annual leave plus bank hols

Career average pension scheme

Discounted gym memberships and travel

Job summary

Wakefield Council is recruiting for a Care and Support Worker in the Reablement Team. You will help people regain independence in their own homes, with shifts across mornings and evenings on a 4-week rolling rota.

The role requires a full driving licence and access to a vehicle, with enhanced pay for evenings and weekends. Training is provided and you’ll join a compassionate, person-centred service.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grades D-G or Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English.
• Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• If you do not hold these qualifications, training and funding will be provided after probation.

Responsibilities

• Support recovery following illness, injury or hospital discharge.
• Relearn daily living skills in clients' homes.
• Work with health and social care professionals to coordinate care.
• Provide bridging and resettlement support while longer-term arrangements are made.

Skills

Driving licence

Education

GCSE D-G or Level 1 Maths/English

Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

Wakefield Council is recruiting for a Care and Support Worker in the Reablement Team. You will help people regain independence in their own homes, with shifts across mornings and evenings on a 4-week rolling rota.

The role requires a full driving licence and access to a vehicle, with enhanced pay for evenings and weekends. Training is provided and you’ll join a compassionate, person-centred service.