Reablement Care & Support Worker-243678
| Posting date: | 15 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18,150 to £18,438 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | Knottingley, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 243678 |
Summary
Join Our Reablement Team as a Care and Support Worker!
Are you caring, compassionate, and friendly?
Do you want to make a real difference in someone's life, offering them choice, control, dignity, and respect?
If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Role
We're looking for a Care and Support Worker to join our dedicated Reablement Service on a 26.25-hour per week contract. This essential service operates 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, delivering high-quality care to people in their own homes.
You'll be part of a team that helps individuals regain independence after illness, injury, or hospital discharge, supporting them to live safely and confidently at home.
Working Pattern
4-week rolling rota
AM shifts: 7:00am - 3:00pm
PM shifts: 2:30pm -10:30pm
Includes weekends and bank holidays
Driving licence and access to a vehicle required
About the Service
Our Reablement Service offers short-term, person-centred care to people with disabilities or those recovering from illness. We focus on:
Promoting independence
Relearning daily living skills
Providing dignity and respect
Working collaboratively with professionals and agencies
We also offer:
Bridging care while long-term packages are arranged
Resettlement support to help people adjust after time away from home
Emergency response care during times of urgent need
Training & Qualifications
Essential:
GCSE Grades D$úG in Maths and English
or
Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English
Desirable (but not required):
Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
Don't have the Level 2 qualification? No problem!
We'll provide full training and fund your qualification after successful completion of your probation period.
Pay & Benefits
Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
Overtime opportunities
Employee Benefits include:
Career average pension scheme
Discounted gym memberships and travel cards
Offers across shopping, food, entertainment, and more
Occupational Health and Wellbeing Services
Comprehensive induction and ongoing personal development
Important Information
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. You must demonstrate a proficient level of spoken English.
You must have the right to work in the UK and provide evidence of this.
Please read all guidance on the Council's website before completing your application. You must meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're passionate about helping others and want to build a rewarding career in care, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and be the reason someone smiles tomorrow.
For further information, please contact Margarita Crofts/Debbie Seaman 07583962806/07464907721
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact margarita crofts.
Tel: 07583962806
E-mail: mcrofts@wakefield.gov.uk
Are you caring, compassionate, and friendly?
Do you want to make a real difference in someone's life, offering them choice, control, dignity, and respect?
If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Role
We're looking for a Care and Support Worker to join our dedicated Reablement Service on a 26.25-hour per week contract. This essential service operates 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, delivering high-quality care to people in their own homes.
You'll be part of a team that helps individuals regain independence after illness, injury, or hospital discharge, supporting them to live safely and confidently at home.
Working Pattern
4-week rolling rota
AM shifts: 7:00am - 3:00pm
PM shifts: 2:30pm -10:30pm
Includes weekends and bank holidays
Driving licence and access to a vehicle required
About the Service
Our Reablement Service offers short-term, person-centred care to people with disabilities or those recovering from illness. We focus on:
Promoting independence
Relearning daily living skills
Providing dignity and respect
Working collaboratively with professionals and agencies
We also offer:
Bridging care while long-term packages are arranged
Resettlement support to help people adjust after time away from home
Emergency response care during times of urgent need
Training & Qualifications
Essential:
GCSE Grades D$úG in Maths and English
or
Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English
Desirable (but not required):
Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
Don't have the Level 2 qualification? No problem!
We'll provide full training and fund your qualification after successful completion of your probation period.
Pay & Benefits
Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
Overtime opportunities
Employee Benefits include:
Career average pension scheme
Discounted gym memberships and travel cards
Offers across shopping, food, entertainment, and more
Occupational Health and Wellbeing Services
Comprehensive induction and ongoing personal development
Important Information
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. You must demonstrate a proficient level of spoken English.
You must have the right to work in the UK and provide evidence of this.
Please read all guidance on the Council's website before completing your application. You must meet all essential criteria to be shortlisted.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're passionate about helping others and want to build a rewarding career in care, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and be the reason someone smiles tomorrow.
For further information, please contact Margarita Crofts/Debbie Seaman 07583962806/07464907721
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact margarita crofts.
Tel: 07583962806
E-mail: mcrofts@wakefield.gov.uk