Reablement Assistant Practitioner 8949

Norfolk County Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Norwich is seeking a Reablement Assistant Practitioner to support individuals in a Housing with Care environment. The role involves developing personalized support plans and assessing ongoing needs. Ideal candidates will possess experience in health and social care, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of current policies. Full training is provided. This position is a full-time role with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working opportunities

Employee discounts programme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Tax-efficient car lease scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing individual needs and developing support plans.
• Ability to communicate clearly with the public.
• Knowledge of current policy and legislation in Health and Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Review Housing with Care support plans and assess individual needs.
• Develop personalized care plans reflecting goals and preferences.
• Complete Care Act Assessments for changes in individual needs.

Skills

Experience of working with people

Clear communication skills

Judgement and initiative in planning

Knowledge of Health and Social Care policy

Job description

Description

Reablement Assistant Practitioner 8949 Permanent contract 31537 to 33699 per annum (Scale G) 37 hours per week Grays Fair Court Norwich

Would you like to work in a Housing with Care setting supporting people to live independently with dignity and choice then this role could be perfect for you.

We have a vacancy at Grays Fair Court a Housing with Care site in Norwich where you’ll work as part of a dedicated team alongside Operational Managers and support workers helping individuals maintain their independence through personalised care and support planning.

Unlike our community‑based roles this position is based entirely within the Housing with Care environment. Instead of focusing on reablement care you will be supporting individuals who live within the Housing with Care scheme and have been assessed under the Care Act as requiring ongoing domiciliary support.

As a Reablement Assistant Practitioner (RAP) you will be responsible for reviewing Housing with Care support plans assessing individuals daily needs and developing personalised plans that reflect their preferences and goals. You will also complete Care Act Assessments when there has been a change in need or when long‑term care is being provided. You’ll work closely with Operational Managers and other professionals in Adult Social Care to deliver high‑quality person‑centred support.

You will need to have experience of working with people and be able to communicate clearly and appropriately with members of the public whilst exercising judgement and using your initiative to plan and prioritise your work. You will also need knowledge of current policy practice and legislation within Health and Social Care.

Full training will be provided to ensure you are confident and competent in delivering this vital role within our Housing with Care service.

Please note this vacancy is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

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Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services including fast‑track physiotherapy and a free counselling service
• Flexible working opportunities including flexi‑time, part‑time, remote and hybrid working dependant on your job role and business need.
• Financial benefits such as
• Norfolk Rewards our employee discounts programme which helps you save money on almost anything from everyday groceries and clothes to holidays, new technology, gym membership, trips to the cinema and days out.
• A Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
• Relocation expenses (where applicable)
• An advance of your expenses if you travel for work
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution life assurance death in service payments and dependants pensions.
• Tax efficient ways of getting extra pension and new bikes
• Access to our tax efficient car lease scheme for greener travel enabling you to lease a brand new ultra‑low emission vehicle (subject to eligibility)
• A payment if you refer someone you know to a hard to fill job

Before you apply we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate you meet the criteria. You can also find information on our Terms and Conditions here.

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We would like to make you aware that priority consideration for this post may be given to current employees who are at risk due to restructure within the organisation or are in a redeployment position.

Redeployment closing date: 2 October 2025 at 23:59

All other applicants closing date: 12 October 2025 at 23:59

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary Salary: 31537 - 33699