Reablement Assistant – Social Care

Neway International Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider in Liverpool seeks a Reablement Assistant to support individuals in achieving independence. The role involves assisting with daily living tasks, promoting dignity, and working with health professionals. Essential qualifications include an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and experience in adult social care. This rewarding position offers the chance to make a significant impact on people’s lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience in adult social care settings required.
• Strong communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with various needs as outlined in care plans.
• Assist individuals with daily living tasks.
• Promote independence while respecting individual needs.
• Work alongside health professionals to deliver coordinated services.
• Administer medication where required.
• Contribute to assessments and support plans.
• Encourage participation in activities.
• Maintain accurate records.

Skills

Strong communication and listening skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Experience in adult social care settings

Ability to follow reablement programmes

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Advert: Reablement Assistant – Social Care (Non-Qualified)

Customer: Liverpool City Council

Start Date: 08 December 2025

Duration: 12 Weeks (extended after review)

Hours per Week: 35

Location: Upper Baker Street, Liverpool, L6 1NE, United Kingdom

Job Description

Liverpool City Council is seeking Reablement Assistants to join the Adult Social Care and Health Directorate within the Intermediate Care and Reablement service. Based at the Granby Hub, a 30-bed reablement unit, this role focuses on supporting individuals to regain and retain independence through personalised care and enablement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support service users with physical, social, and emotional needs as outlined in care plans.
• Assist individuals with daily living tasks, including kitchen skills, household maintenance, and personal care.
• Promote independence and dignity while respecting cultural, spiritual, and religious needs.
• Work alongside families, allied health professionals, and social care teams to deliver coordinated services.
• Administer medication where required (community-based staff).
• Contribute to assessments, reviews, and person-centred support plans.
• Encourage participation in recreational, social, and therapeutic activities.
• Maintain accurate records and report changes in circumstances to line managers.
• Uphold council policies, including equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice.

Requirements

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards certification.
• Experience in adult social care settings.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow reablement programmes and relate effectively to others.
• Flexibility to work shifts between 8am and 10pm, across 7 days.
• Enhanced DBS check (Adult Workforce and Adult Barred List).

Desirable

• Certificate in Manual Handling.
• Experience delivering person-centred care.
• Teamworking skills and commitment to Liverpool City Council’s values.

Why Join Us?

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives, supporting individuals with learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex health needs. You’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to empowering service users and promoting independence in a safe, supportive environment.