Reablement & Bridging Senior Care Officer

Job Title:

Reablement & Bridging Senior Care Officer
Department:
Adults, Housing & Communities - Independent Living Services

Location:

Cardiff (community, office and hybrid working across Cardiff)

Reports to:

Reablement & Bridging Locality Team Lead

Hours:

37 hours per week, rota basis (any 5 days from 7, 7am-10pm)

Job Purpose

This senior role is based in Cardiff within the Community Reablement Team, supporting adults to regain independence at home following illness or hospital stays. You will work with individuals with more complex needs, providing person-centred care and support, while leading and supervising a team of Reablement Care Workers delivering services across Cardiff.

Key Responsibilities

Line manage and supervise a team of Reablement Care Workers, ensuring high standards of care

Support complex cases by delivering strength-based, person-centred care

Monitor client progress and provide feedback to senior staff

Work collaboratively with internal teams and partner agencies

Promote independence, informed choice, and positive risk management

Maintain accurate records for staff and service users

Mentor staff and provide day-to-day guidance in the community

Maintain professional registration and required training

Person Specification

Essential

Experience working with older adults and/or people with disabilities in a care setting

QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Registered with Social Care Wales

Experience supervising or supporting staff

Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills

Ability to work to deadlines and as part of a team

Desirable

QCF Level 3 or above in Health & Social Care

Knowledge of regulated care standards

Ability to communicate in Welsh

Additional Information

The role requires flexible working across Cardiff, including evenings and weekends. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. Enhanced background checks and ongoing safeguarding training are required.

This post requires a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of vulnerable adults