Reablement Support Workers

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Tees Valley seeks a compassionate Reablement Support Worker to assist individuals in regaining independence at home. This role requires a full UK driving license and experience in a care setting. With competitive salary and training opportunities, including a Diploma in Adult Health and Social Care, this position promises career progression and support. Candidates must exhibit strong communication skills and genuine empathy.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Local government pension

Car lease scheme

Employee assistance programme

Physiotherapy services

24-hour GP telephone service

Qualifications

• A full driving licence valid in the UK with access to a vehicle for home visits.
• Experience in a care setting is preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Must have empathy and a passion for supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in their homes to regain independence.
• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Provide encouragement and training to promote confidence.

Skills

Empathy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Experience in care setting

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Adult Social Care or equivalent

Job description

• Are you kind, caring and compassionate?
• Do you want to work in a caring role where no 2 days are the same?
• Are you interested in an enhanced training package and career progression opportunities?
• Do you want to make a difference to the lives of local people in Stockton‑on‑Tees?

If this sounds like you, then we’d love to welcome you to our friendly, supportive team.

The role of Reablement Support Worker involves supporting individuals within their own home on a short‑term basis to regain independence, increase confidence and learn new skills in all aspects of personal care and daily living.

Due to growing demand we are expanding our service to enable us to support more people to live independently at home for as long as possible.

What do our staff say about working at Stockton‑on‑Tees Borough Council?

"I love working for the Reablement Service. I get to help people get back their independence and see the satisfaction that gives them. We are a short‑term service so have a regular change of people which means there is a variety, and no two days are the same. We are a friendly, close‑knit team and the Council really encourages training and development. I have progressed in my career from Home Care Worker to Reablement Support Worker and then to Assistant Coordinator."

And what about our clients?

"I found all of the staff friendly, caring and comforting. With their help, it has put me on the road to recovery. I will miss them when they leave and would like to pass on my gratitude to everyone concerned that has helped me to live independently."

We will provide you with a structured training programme leading to a Diploma in Adult Health and Social Care at Level 3 with other learning opportunities including Autism & Dementia training and the encouragement to develop your career further.

All you need to be a success is:

• A full driving licence that’s valid to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle to undertake home visits
• Experience of working in a care setting and / or NVQ Level 2 in Adult Social Care or equivalent
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Empathy and a passion to support others

Stockton‑on‑Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

You will receive a competitive salary with guaranteed payment of your contracted hours and not dependent on number of calls completed. This includes travel and contact time for a worry‑free and consistent salary. Alongside that, we pay mileage of 47.1p per mile within your working day.

The salary grade on appointment will be determined by qualifications and experience.

We have 1 × 25 hour post available and 1 × 30 hour post available.

The actual salary for the 25 hour post is £17,285.81 – £18,124.32.

The actual salary for the 30 hour post is £20,742.97 – £21,749.19.

We also offer generous annual leave entitlement, local government pension with the option to add extra contributions and access to a number of other benefits like a car lease scheme, discounts at high‑street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme, physiotherapy services and a 24‑hour GP telephone service for employees and their dependants.

For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Please ensure you refer to the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the Person Specification when completing your application, as they are used to select candidates for interview.

For a further informal discussion, please contact Sue Dixon on 01642 529292 or email [e-mail].

Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short‑listed. Please check your email after the closing date for notification from ‘[e-mail]’. All communication will also appear in the ‘My Messages’ section of your North East Jobs account.