Reablement Support Worker (9555)

Norfolk County Council; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Great Yarmouth seeks dedicated Reablement Support Workers for part-time roles. You will join the Norfolk Swift Response team focusing on providing immediate assistance to vulnerable adults in various situations. The role promises variety and impact, with crucial training given to all new hires. Shifts may include evenings and weekends, and candidates must demonstrate compassion and adaptability. Enjoy benefits including a competitive salary and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee discount programme

Qualifications

• Ability to assist vulnerable adults in their homes.
• Willingness to step in when it counts.
• No prior experience necessary; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Join the Swift Response team to respond to unplanned care needs.
• Assist individuals after falls or provide personal care.
• Support clients to regain independence.

Skills

Compassion

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Reablement Support Workers (Days) - 2 posts 9555 | Permanent contract | £26,403 to £28,142 per annum pro rata (Scale E) | 21 or 22 hours per week | Great Yarmouth

We operate 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including Bank Holidays.

Shift Patterns:

Post A – 22 hours per week

Week 1 – Thursday, Friday 7am to 2:30pm

Week 2 – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday 2:30pm to 9pm

Post B – 21 hours per week

Week 1 – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 2:30pm to 9pm

Week 2 – Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday 2:30pm to 9pm

Be the calm in the chaos. Be the difference.

Are you ready for a role where no two days are the same? Join Norfolk Swift Response and become part of a fast‑paced, dynamic team that responds to unplanned care needs across the county—bringing reassurance, dignity, and practical support to people when they need it most.

Working with Swift Response, you’ll be on the frontline of Social care, responding swiftly to calls for support. Whether it’s assisting someone who’s had an uninjured fall, providing personal care, or helping someone regain independence after a setback, you’ll be making a real difference—every single shift.

What makes this role exciting?

• Every day is different: You’ll never be stuck in one place or routine. You’ll respond to a variety of situations, supporting vulnerable adults in their homes across Norfolk.
• Work in pairs, fully equipped: You’ll travel in a provided vehicle with a colleague, stocked with everything you need—no upfront costs for fuel or equipment.
• Real impact: From helping someone safely up after a fall to supporting with personal care, your work directly improves lives.
• Working Pattern: Enjoy a regular working pattern with weekend and bank holiday shifts on rotation.

Who we’re looking for

Whether you’re experienced in care or just starting out, we welcome your application. Full training is provided, and what matters most is your compassion, adaptability, and willingness to step in when it counts.

Why join Norfolk Swift Response?

• Guaranteed salaried hours and paid induction
• Competitive annual leave and pension scheme
• Norfolk Rewards employee discount programme
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Health and wellbeing support, including fast‑track physiotherapy and counselling through Norfolk Support Line
• Opportunities for career development and progression

These are some benefits you can enjoy by working for Norfolk County Council:

• 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.
• 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

Already a Norfolk County Council employee? See and apply for internal and external vacancies in myOracle using your @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email.

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: Sunday 11 January 2026 at 23:59

All other applicants closing date: Sunday 18 January 2026 at 23:59

Job Info

• Job Identification 9555
• Job Category Social Care
• Posting Date 12/31/2025, 12:54 PM
• Apply Before 01/18/2026, 11:59 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations The Lawns Day Centre, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 4DQ, GB