Reablement & Bridging Senior Care Officer

Neway International Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider in Cardiff is seeking a Reablement & Bridging Senior Care Officer, responsible for managing a team and providing care for complex cases. The role emphasizes promoting independence and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a minimum of QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care and experience in home care settings. The position offers 37 hours per week with opportunities for home working, shaping a supportive environment for service users to regain skills after illness.

Qualifications

• QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum) and registration with Social Care Wales.
• Experience of working with older people and/or individuals with disabilities.
• Strong knowledge of CIW Standards, Health & Safety, and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Line manage and supervise a designated team of Reablement Care Workers.
• Provide care and support for complex cases, enabling service users to regain independence.
• Maintain accurate records for staff and service users in line with council procedures.

Skills

Experience with older people

Line management

Regulated service compliance

Excellent communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Neway International is seeking a Reablement & Bridging Senior Care Officer to join our client, Cardiff Council, based at County Hall.

Location: County Hall, Cardiff (with some home working dependent on rota)
Hours: 37 per week (rota basis, 09:00 – 17:00, any 5 days out of 7 between 7am–10pm with enhancements)
Start Date: 01/12/2025
End Date: 02/03/2026
Pay Rates: £16.66 PAYE / £21.65 Umbrella

About the Client

Cardiff Council’s People & Communities Directorate is dedicated to supporting adults to live independently and safely in their own homes. The Community Reablement Team plays a vital role in helping individuals regain skills and confidence following illness or hospital stays, ensuring high‑quality care and support across the city.

The Role

As a Reablement & Bridging Senior Care Officer, you will work as a senior carer supporting more complex cases, while line managing a team of Reablement Care Workers. You will deliver strength‑based care, encourage independence, and ensure services meet regulated standards. This role is essential to maintaining high‑quality care provision during a planned seasonal peak in demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Line manage and supervise a designated team of Reablement Care Workers.
• Provide care and support for complex cases, enabling service users to regain independence.
• Monitor individual client cases and provide feedback to locality leads and assessors.
• Ensure training levels are maintained and compliance with regulated standards.
• Maintain accurate records for staff and service users in line with council procedures.
• Mentor and support staff with day‑to‑day guidance, including overcoming barriers with technology.
• Promote independence and informed choice for service users, balancing risks appropriately.

Candidate Requirements

• QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum) and registration with Social Care Wales.
• Experience of working with older people and/or individuals with disabilities.
• Experience in home care settings, line management, and regulated service compliance.
• Strong knowledge of CIW Standards, Health & Safety, and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a person‑centred approach.
• Computer literacy, confident in using Office 365.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.
• Enhanced DBS required.