Reablement Support Workers

London Borough of Merton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Reablement Support Workers for a rewarding role in social care. This position offers a 12-month fixed-term contract with flexible hours, perfect for those balancing education or childcare commitments. You'll provide essential support to individuals transitioning from hospital or needing community assistance, ensuring they can live independently. With a focus on building trusting relationships, this role is not only about care but also about empowering clients to achieve their personal goals. Join a motivated team and benefit from comprehensive training, competitive pay, and opportunities for further development.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Weekend enhancement

Paid mileage/travel expenses

Further development through in-house courses

Potential for permanent positions after 3 months

Qualifications

• Providing physical assistance with training provided.
• Building warm relationships with service users and families.

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care and medication administration.
• Encouraging engagement in social activities and supporting clients' goals.

Skills

Physical assistance

Personal care

Medication administration

Meal preparation

Engagement in social activities

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Join to apply for the Reablement Support Workers role at London Borough of Merton

We are recruiting support workers on a 12-month fixed-term contract to join our motivated team. The Reablement Service is part of London Borough of Merton Adult Social Care. We offer 25 hours per week, with shifts in the morning (07:30am - 1:00pm) or evening (3:30pm - 9:00pm). If you're seeking additional hours to complement your current role, education, or childcare commitments, apply today!

This role involves providing physical assistance to residents, including moving and handling, with training provided. You will need to work at least 2 weekends per month.

The Reablement Service offers quality care to individuals discharged from hospital or needing community support. Your responsibilities include personal care, medication administration, meal prep, and helping with domestic tasks like light housework. You will also encourage engagement in social activities, plan, and support clients in achieving their goals.

Building warm, trusting relationships with service users and their families will enable them to live independently at home.

Benefits of Working With Us

• No experience required; training provided
• Competitive hourly rate
• Paid annual leave
• Weekend enhancement
• Paid mileage/travel expenses
• Opportunities to work with social care and health professionals
• Further development through in-house courses and funded qualifications
• Potential to apply for permanent positions after 3 months

This is a rolling recruitment campaign, with shortlisted applicants every 4 weeks.