Reablement Care Worker - Flexible Days & Nights (Casual)

South Tyneside Council; South Shields; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

South Tyneside Council is recruiting casual Reablement Workers for Borrowdale House to help people regain independence after hospital stays. You’ll work days, evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays to deliver person‑centred reablement care under supervision of Therapy Leads and a Registered Manager.

The role is casual with flexible shift patterns in South Tyneside; prior experience in Adult Social or Health care is valued, and you’ll contribute to safe, supportive services and positive

Qualifications

• Experience in adult social or health care settings.
• Ability to work with personalised reablement plans.
• Clear communication with families and professionals.
• Ability to build positive relationships across diverse groups.
• Makes sound professional decisions in care scenarios.
• Motivated to improve services and outcomes.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, drive and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and rebuild confidence as part of a reablement plan.
• Follow therapy guidance and risk assessments in delivery of care.
• Administer medication where required and ensure safety.
• Collaborate with Therapy Leads, managers and families for person-centred care.

Skills

Adult Social care

Care planning

Clear communication

Relationship building

Professional judgment

Motivation to improve services

Enthusiasm and drive

Job description

South Tyneside Council is recruiting casual Reablement Workers for Borrowdale House to help people regain independence after hospital stays. You’ll work days, evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays to deliver person‑centred reablement care under supervision of Therapy Leads and a Registered Manager.

The role is casual with flexible shift patterns in South Tyneside; prior experience in Adult Social or Health care is valued, and you’ll contribute to safe, supportive services and positive