244475 - Reablement Care & Support Worker
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,335.84 to £23,706.18 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 4, 33.75 hours, Permanent |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 January 2026 |
| Location: | Hazel Garth Staff House, Hazel Road, WF11 0LG |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 244475 |
Summary
Join Our Reablement Team as a Care and Support Worker
Are you compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a difference? We are seeking Care and Support Workers to join our Reablement Service, supporting individuals to regain independence and confidence in their own homes.
About the Role
Contract: 33.75 hours per week
Service: Operates 7 days a week, year-round
Location: Community-based care in service users’ homes
Purpose: Support recovery following illness, injury, or hospital discharge
Working Pattern
4-week rolling rota
Morning shifts: 7:00am – 3:00pm
Evening shifts: 2:30pm – 10:30pm
Includes weekends and bank holidays
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential
About the Service
Our short-term, person-centred service supports individuals with disabilities or those recovering from illness. We focus on:
Promoting independence
Relearning daily living skills
Providing dignified, respectful care
Working collaboratively with health and social care professionals
Additional support includes:
Bridging care while long-term arrangements are made
Resettlement support following time away from home
Emergency response during urgent situations
Training and Qualifications
Essential:
GCSE Grades D–G or Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English
Desirable:
Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
If you do not currently hold this qualification, full training and funding will be provided upon successful completion of your probation period.
Pay and Benefits
Salary:
£25,583 – £25,989 (FTE)- £13.26 to £13.47 per hour.
Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
Overtime opportunities
Additional Benefits:
Career average pension scheme
Discounted gym memberships and travel cards
Retail, food, and entertainment discounts
Occupational Health and Wellbeing services
Comprehensive induction and ongoing development
Important Information
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. Applicants must demonstrate a proficient level of spoken English.
You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide evidence of this.
Please review the Council’s application guidance before applying. Only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be shortlisted.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about helping others and want to build a rewarding career in care, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help someone regain their independence.
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
E-mail Correspondence
All correspondence regarding interviews and application progress will be sent via the e-mail address you have registered on this site with.
Please add the e-mail addresses below to your contacts or safe-senders list / check your junk mail folder to ensure that you don't miss important information regarding your application.
jobs@wakefield.gov.uk
hrdirect@wakefield.gov.uk
Safeguarding
Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.
DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.
Fluency Duty
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post.
Probation
In line with the Council’s Probation Procedure, certain positions may be subject to a six-month probationary period. This requirement does not apply to internal vacancies.
Diversity
Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.
About Wakefield Council
Want to find out more about Wakefield Council, click here.
Happy to talk Flexible working
Are you compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a difference? We are seeking Care and Support Workers to join our Reablement Service, supporting individuals to regain independence and confidence in their own homes.
About the Role
Contract: 33.75 hours per week
Service: Operates 7 days a week, year-round
Location: Community-based care in service users’ homes
Purpose: Support recovery following illness, injury, or hospital discharge
Working Pattern
4-week rolling rota
Morning shifts: 7:00am – 3:00pm
Evening shifts: 2:30pm – 10:30pm
Includes weekends and bank holidays
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential
About the Service
Our short-term, person-centred service supports individuals with disabilities or those recovering from illness. We focus on:
Promoting independence
Relearning daily living skills
Providing dignified, respectful care
Working collaboratively with health and social care professionals
Additional support includes:
Bridging care while long-term arrangements are made
Resettlement support following time away from home
Emergency response during urgent situations
Training and Qualifications
Essential:
GCSE Grades D–G or Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English
Desirable:
Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
If you do not currently hold this qualification, full training and funding will be provided upon successful completion of your probation period.
Pay and Benefits
Salary:
£25,583 – £25,989 (FTE)- £13.26 to £13.47 per hour.
Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
Overtime opportunities
Additional Benefits:
Career average pension scheme
Discounted gym memberships and travel cards
Retail, food, and entertainment discounts
Occupational Health and Wellbeing services
Comprehensive induction and ongoing development
Important Information
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. Applicants must demonstrate a proficient level of spoken English.
You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide evidence of this.
Please review the Council’s application guidance before applying. Only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be shortlisted.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about helping others and want to build a rewarding career in care, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help someone regain their independence.
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
E-mail Correspondence
All correspondence regarding interviews and application progress will be sent via the e-mail address you have registered on this site with.
Please add the e-mail addresses below to your contacts or safe-senders list / check your junk mail folder to ensure that you don't miss important information regarding your application.
jobs@wakefield.gov.uk
hrdirect@wakefield.gov.uk
Safeguarding
Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.
DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.
Fluency Duty
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post.
Probation
In line with the Council’s Probation Procedure, certain positions may be subject to a six-month probationary period. This requirement does not apply to internal vacancies.
Diversity
Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.
About Wakefield Council
Want to find out more about Wakefield Council, click here.
Happy to talk Flexible working