Reablement Support Worker — Empower Independence

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

Job summary

South Tyneside Council is recruiting a Reablement Worker to support people in South Tyneside to regain independence after a hospital stay at Borrowdale House. The role is part‑time (12 hpw) with a pro rata salary of £29,542 per year and enhancements.

Shifts include weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays, 08:00–12:00, on a 2‑week rolling rota. The post focuses on person‑centred, therapy‑led reablement care delivered in collaboration with Therapy and Support Leads, and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience in adult social and health care.
• Ability to work in care, reablement or support roles.
• Clear communication with families and professionals.
• Builds positive relationships with a wide range of people.
• Able to make sound professional decisions.
• Motivated to support positive change and improve services.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and rebuild confidence.
• Follow therapy guidance and risk assessments.
• Administer medication where required.
• Work with colleagues and families to provide safe, person-centred care.
• Contribute to care planning and reviews.

Skills

Adult Social Care

Outcome-based reablement

Clear communication

Relationship building

Professional decisions

Motivation to improve

Enthusiasm and drive

Job description

South Tyneside Council is recruiting a Reablement Worker to support people in South Tyneside to regain independence after a hospital stay at Borrowdale House. The role is part‑time (12 hpw) with a pro rata salary of £29,542 per year and enhancements.

Shifts include weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays, 08:00–12:00, on a 2‑week rolling rota. The post focuses on person‑centred, therapy‑led reablement care delivered in collaboration with Therapy and Support Leads, and other professionals.