Reablement Officer

Why Southwark? Could you help someone rediscover their independence and take the next step towards a more confident future? Do you believe that great support is not about doing things for people, but about helping people recognise their own strengths, rebuild confidence and achieve goals they may once have thought were out of reach? If yes, we have a great opportunity for you!

About the Role:

Southwark’s Reablement Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Reablement Officer to join our team and support residents to achieve greater independence. This is an opportunity to work directly with people at important moments in their lives - helping them regain skills, overcome barriers and develop the confidence needed to live as independently as possible. Our service is built around prevention, early intervention and strengths-based practice.

We support residents following periods of illness, crisis, housing instability or significant life changes, working alongside them to develop personalised plans that reflect their individual goals, abilities and aspirations. Within Housing Needs and Support, you will be part of a service committed to improving outcomes for residents through prevention, tenancy sustainment and effective move-on support. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across housing, health and community services to ensure residents receive the right support at the right time.

At Southwark, we believe in treating people with dignity and respect, recognising individual strengths and creating opportunities for residents to achieve their potential. You will be joining a service where your work has a direct impact on helping people build confidence, strengthen their independence and create more secure futures. You will also become part of a supportive and forward-thinking team that values collaboration, professional curiosity and continuous improvement.

Your experience, ideas and approach will help shape the support we provide to residents and contribute to positive change across the borough. What You'll Be Doing As a Reablement Officer, you will provide practical, person-centred support to residents in their homes and within the wider community. You will:
Work alongside residents to understand their circumstances, strengths and aspirations, creating personalised reablement plans that support independence. Help residents develop confidence, practical life skills and the ability to maintain independent living. Support residents moving on from supported accommodation or experiencing challenges that place their tenancy vide proactive, community-based support that helps prevent repeat homelessness and reduces the need for longer-term intervention.

Manage a caseload of residents with a range of needs, ensuring support is coordinated, reviewed and focused on achieving positive outcomes. Build effective partnerships with housing officers, landlords, housing associations, health professionals, voluntary organisations and community services. Connect residents with local resources, community networks and wider support that promotes long-term wellbeing and resilience. Maintain accurate records, monitor progress and contribute to improving service delivery through effective practice and partnership working.

You will be a visible and trusted presence within the community, building relationships with residents and helping them overcome barriers, recognise their strengths and achieve outcomes that are meaningful to them. What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is passionate about frontline support and understands that successful reablement is about working with people rather than simply doing things for them.

You will be someone who:
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