Support Worker

Wiltshire; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 18,556 - 19,148; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NVQ apprenticeships

Skills development

Job summary

A local government council in Salisbury is looking for passionate Reablement Support Workers. This role involves providing essential assistance to individuals after hospital discharge and developing personalized care plans in collaboration with occupational therapists. Ideal candidates possess excellent communication skills and must be available to work flexibly between 7am and 10pm year-round. We foster a positive work environment and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for helping others.
• Availability on a rota basis between 7am to 10pm.
• Ability to work closely with occupational therapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital assistance to individuals post-hospital discharge.
• Develop personalised reablement plans with therapists.

Skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Job description

Salary:£13.47 - £13.90 per hour

Hours per week:37 hours

Rolling advert:We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

Wiltshire Reablement - Empowering Independence

If you are passionate about helping others and looking to start your career in the care industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We believe in nurturing talent from within and offer NVQ apprenticeships and upskilling through practice and skills development.

Our Reablement Support Workers provide vital assistance to individuals in their homes post-hospital discharge. They play a pivotal role in helping customers achieve their goals, working closely with dedicated occupational therapists to co-develop personalised reablement plans.

We are seeking individuals with a genuine passion for helping others who are available on a rota basis between 7am to 10pm 365 days a year. Showcase your flexibility, adaptability, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Embrace teamwork while thriving independently and be part of a rewarding journey, making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here!

Under the Health and Social Care Act (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, individuals involved in regulated activity must provide a full employment history and detail any gaps. Before clicking apply please complete this full employment history form and once completed please attach it to your application form.

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Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity.

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

For more details, contact Sabrina Beedie, Team Leader Inhouse Reablement, at [e-mail].

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We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion.

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