Urgent Care Response Support Worker
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.26 to £13.47 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 25 January 2026 |
| Location: | Halifax, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Calderdale Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CC684 |
Summary
Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.
We are seeking to recruit an Urgent Response Support Worker.
The successful candidate will be a key member of a multi-disciplinary team providing support to adults who are returning to their own home after a stay in hospital or from reablement unit. These individuals require support to regain their independence during times when there is an alteration in their physical or psychological well-being.
This role provides a high standard of support within a reabling ‘ethos’ which promotes independence and improved quality of life, dignity and choice undertaking medical, nursing or therapy related treatment programmes or social care intervention in order to support and enable people to return to independent living.
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, forward-thinking individuals who can actively encourage and enable people to live independently and remain an active part of their community.
Applications should demonstrate:
• Previous experience in working with people delivering care or support
• Hold a UK Driving Licence and have access to a car
• A qualification in health and social care would be an advantage
The role requires a flexible approach to work rotas as the service operates a 5 day out of 7 rolling rota, including weekends and Bank Holidays, between 7am-10pm.
Calderdale Council is a great place to work and there are lots of benefits our employees can access. We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work, they do to improve the lives of people in Calderdale. To find out more about working for us and why it is such a great place to work, read our Applicant Booklet.
Closing Date: 25th January 2026
Interviews: w/c 2nd February 2026
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
We are seeking to recruit an Urgent Response Support Worker.
The successful candidate will be a key member of a multi-disciplinary team providing support to adults who are returning to their own home after a stay in hospital or from reablement unit. These individuals require support to regain their independence during times when there is an alteration in their physical or psychological well-being.
This role provides a high standard of support within a reabling ‘ethos’ which promotes independence and improved quality of life, dignity and choice undertaking medical, nursing or therapy related treatment programmes or social care intervention in order to support and enable people to return to independent living.
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, forward-thinking individuals who can actively encourage and enable people to live independently and remain an active part of their community.
Applications should demonstrate:
• Previous experience in working with people delivering care or support
• Hold a UK Driving Licence and have access to a car
• A qualification in health and social care would be an advantage
The role requires a flexible approach to work rotas as the service operates a 5 day out of 7 rolling rota, including weekends and Bank Holidays, between 7am-10pm.
Calderdale Council is a great place to work and there are lots of benefits our employees can access. We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work, they do to improve the lives of people in Calderdale. To find out more about working for us and why it is such a great place to work, read our Applicant Booklet.
Closing Date: 25th January 2026
Interviews: w/c 2nd February 2026
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
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