Reablement Support Worker (Carlisle) - CMB1850e

The Cumbria County Council; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Cumbria County Council seeks Reablement Support Workers to assist individuals with reablement needs in Carlisle. This fixed-term, part-time role involves promoting independence and enhancing quality of life for clients. Successful candidates will have essential driving licenses and a strong alignment with the council's core values.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence is essential.
• Candidates should embody core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reablement goals to support individuals' independence.
• Maintain communication with the Reablement and Assessment Officer about progress.
• Work within a small team of support workers.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Job description

Job reference REQ00000018485
Date posted 13/06/2025
Application closing date: Not specified
Location: Carlisle
Salary: £13.47 per hour
Contract: Fixed Term (6 Months)
Basis: Part time

Job description

Job Title: Reablement Support Worker

Location: Carlisle

Salary: £13.47 per hour

Hours: 1 x 30 hours and 2 x 24 hours per week

Contract: Fixed Term (6 Months)

About this opportunity

Reablement Support Workers will work with individuals who have reablement needs to help them achieve their goals, promoting independence and improving quality of life. A valid driving licence is essential.

Job Accountabilities:

• Ensure reablement goals/outcomes are met according to the reablement plan.
• Identify additional goals/outcomes that could enhance quality of life and independence during the reablement episode.
• Provide feedback on additional goals/outcomes to the Reablement and Assessment Officer.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with the Reablement and Assessment Officer regarding progress.
• Work closely within a small team of reablement support workers, communicating effectively about progress or concerns.

Who we’re looking for

We seek individuals who embody our core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in potential over perfection and support your growth and career development.

Refer to the post specification below for essential criteria.

How to apply?

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Additional requirements

This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check with an adults Barred List check. It involves working in regulated activity with adults. It is an offence for barred individuals to apply for roles involving unsupervised work with adults.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer guaranteed interviews to applicants who meet the essential criteria and fall into one of the following categories:

• Individuals who consider themselves disabled (as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
• Care leavers aged 24 or under
• Armed forces veterans with a previous long-term substantive employer in the armed forces

If eligible, select 'yes' during your application to be considered for this scheme. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer and an Age Friendly Employer.

Additional information

• Post Specification

For more details about our organization and benefits, visit our Careers site, where you can find information on:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council