Reablement Assistant - Adult Social Care

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Liverpool is looking for a Reablement Assistant to support adults in improving their independence. In this role, you will work closely with service users, health, and social care professionals. The ideal candidate has NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and experience in adult social care settings. This full-time position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development

Flexible working across reablement services

Qualifications

• Experience in adult social care settings.
• Experience supporting individuals to develop independence.
• Commitment to training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with physical, social and emotional needs as outlined in care plans.
• Promote independence and assist individuals with daily living skills.
• Work alongside health and social care professionals to minimise risk.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal and listening skills

Ability to follow structured reablement programmes

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Description Reablement Assistant - Adult Social Care

Local Authority in Liverpool

Contract: Full-time | Initial 3-6 months with potential for extension

Overview

Liverpool City Council is looking to recruit Reablement Assistants to join a 30-bed reablement unit in central Liverpool. The service supports adults to improve and maintain independence through rehabilitation, daily living skills, and person‑centred enablement. You'll work closely with families and other professionals to ensure coordinated support is delivered.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with physical, social and emotional needs as outlined in care plans
• Promote independence and assist individuals with daily living skills (cooking, household tasks, personal care, laundry, self‑care)
• Work alongside health and social care professionals to minimise risk and enable people to remain at home
• Follow reablement programmes using appropriate equipment and techniques
• Support individuals to access activities, including recreational, educational and therapeutic sessions
• Administer medication when required (community only)
• Assist service users in the onsite café (may involve long periods of standing)
• Maintain accurate records and report changes to Line Manager
• Participate in assessments, reviews, training, and supervision
• Hold and use keys to service users' homes in line with security procedures
• Work flexibly over 7 days between 8am-10pm

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)
• Experience in adult social care settings
• Experience supporting individuals to develop independence
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow structured reablement programmes
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills
• Commitment to training and professional development

Benefits

• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to contribute directly to improved independence for adults
• Flexible working across reablement services
• Experience within a multidisciplinary adult care service

Why Join?

With a focus on high‑quality reablement and person‑centred support, Liverpool offers a rewarding role where your work has real impact. You'll receive continuous support, access to training, and the opportunity to help individuals regain independence and confidence.

Contact

To discuss this Reablement Assistant role or similar positions, contact Ella Hajittofis or send your updated CV today.