Short Term Services Support Worker (Reablement)

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly hours guaranteed

Mileage paid 45p per mile

Paid annual leave starts at 26 days

Job summary

Devon County Council is hiring a Short Term Services Support Worker to assist people in Exeter, East Devon and Mid Devon in regaining independence. You will work in clients' homes, promoting confidence, independence and personal goal achievement.

The role offers varied hours with full training in social care reablement, mileage paid, and annual leave. Starting salary is £25,760 pro-rata, rising to £27,476 pro-rata after two years, with evenings and Sundays enhancements.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and compassionate disposition.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and customer service.
• Comfortable using digital devices and mobile technology (full training provided).

Responsibilities

• Work one-to-one with people in their own homes to promote independence.
• Support personal care and develop everyday living skills.
• Help clients achieve personal goals and regain confidence.
• Use practical techniques and equipment to enable independence.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals to deliver outstanding support.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Equality and diversity

Customer service

Digital devices use

Job description

Short Term Services Support Worker (Reablement)

• Variable Hours

Permanent

Various hours

Help People Regain Their Independence and Confidence

Do you want a rewarding career where every day makes a real difference?

As a Short Term Services Support Worker, you will support people who have experienced a change in their independence. You will help them rebuild their confidence, achieve personal goals, and regain the skills they need to live as independently as possible in their own homes.

We’re looking for caring, motivated, and compassionate Short Term Services Support Workers to join our friendly and supportive team across Exeter, East Devon, and Mid Devon.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll work one-to-one with people in their own homes, helping them take positive steps towards greater independence.

No two days are the same. You could be:

• Supporting individuals with personal care
• Encouraging people to develop everyday living skills
• Helping clients achieve personal goals that matter to them
• Using practical techniques and specialist equipment to promote independence
• Working closely with colleagues and other professionals to deliver outstanding support

Most importantly, you'll empower people to do as much as they can for themselves, helping them regain confidence, independence and quality of life.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for people who:

• Are caring, patient and passionate about helping others
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Enjoy working as part of a team
• Are committed to equality, diversity and providing excellent customer service
• Are comfortable using digital devices and mobile technology (full training provided)

Previous care experience is welcome but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

When you join us, you’ll become part of a team that genuinely values and supports its staff.

We offer:

• Full training in social care reablement is provided with uniform, mobile phone, and tablet
• Weekly hours guaranteed.
• Regular supervision, appraisals, and team meetings.
• Mileage paid at 45p per mile, and travel time between visits is paid.
• Paid annual leave starts at 26 days per year.
• Starting salary starts at £25,760 per year (pro-rata)
• Rising to £27,476 per year (pro-rata) after two years
• 35% enhancement for weekday evenings (8pm to 9pm) and Saturdays.
• 69% enhancement for Sundays and public holidays.

Working Hours

We have varying hours, which include mornings, evenings, split shifts, and alternate weekends, offering flexibility alongside guaranteed hours.

Do it for Devon

If you’re looking for a role where your support can help transform lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Join our team and help people regain the confidence and independence to live life on their terms.

Please contact the Team Leaders on 01392 380593 .

• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on ourEquality and Diversity webpages .
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working -The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.