Senior Reablement Support Assistant

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Job description
Full Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced care or reablement worker looking for your next career move? Are you caring, reliable, motivated, and enthusiastic? Are you looking for a job which is rewarding in which you help those most in need?

We are looking for Senior Reablement Support Assistant to join an established team within the city-wide Reablement Service.

You will be part of the process that supports people to leave hospital earlier, after an illness or fall which has affected their confidence and ability to carry out the activities of daily living. We work with people for a period of up to 42 days to promote their confidence and maximise their independence.

You will be supervising reablement support assistants and managing the care element of the service users time with the service.

What do I need to have?

You will have experience in providing care to vulnerable adults in the community, and an NVQ/QCF level 3 or equivalent qualification or will be willing to undertake training to complete this whilst in the role. Effective communication skills are key, as is the ability to supervise and motivate your staff and complete assessments and set/review goals with service users in their own homes.

You will have a flexible response to changing needs, be able to work effectively as part of a team and to work without direct supervision.

You will also be competent/confident in both using and supporting the use of technology including data entry.

Please note a valid driving licence, access to a motorised vehicle, and willingness to obtain relevant vehicle business insurance are vital. Be aware that Bristol is subject to Clean Air Zone regulations, which means that older and more polluting vehicles may be charged for travelling into the city.

In this role you can expect a full induction and ongoing training to develop your skills and knowledge. We will cover the cost of your Enhanced DBS Check. We will also provide you with a uniform, PPE, and a mobile phone for work.

You'll also benefit from our competitive rewards package, with benefits including:

• Receiving a regular working pattern which includes weekend, evening, and Bank Holiday working.
• Where applicable you will also receive Bank Holiday enhancements paid alongside a shift category 2 payment that totals £3,596 a year.
• If not already acquired or equivalent, support to complete QCF Level 3 in Care.
• Mileage allowance
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Please also note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.

Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including , membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.

To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

It is Bristol City Council's practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview.

If you require any additional information please contact:

Liz Ball (Team Leader - South):

Bristol Community Links South, Langhill Avenue, Knowle Bristol, BS4 1TN

Tel: 0117 3574069

E-Mail: Liz.ball@bristol.gov.uk

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit .