Reablement Support Officer, Part time; Reablement West Rehabilitation

Reablement Support Officer, Part time (Reablement West Rehabilitation)

West Northamptonshire Council invites applications for the Reablement Support Officer role. The successful candidate will work with a range of community members each day, travelling to support them in regaining skills and confidence to enable greater independence. The role promotes choice and dignity, offering autonomy within a supportive team structure.

• Travel to clients’ homes to deliver reablement support, including personal care, meal preparation, mobility and community access.
• Undertake initial assessment and continually monitor progress, meeting clients after referral to assess needs and plan goals.
• Case‑manage the reablement journey from assessment through to discharge.
• Signpost clients to appropriate agencies such as Assistive Technology, Age UK and Northamptonshire Carers.
• Work independently, handling unexpected situations, identifying problems and providing effective solutions.
• Collaborate closely with the Reablement Team Manager and other health partners, such as the intermediate care team.

• Previous experience in a health or social care setting.
• Current or willingness to work toward an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Full driving licence and access to a private vehicle—travel countywide within Northamptonshire.

• Enhanced DBS certificate (cost covered by Council) and commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

Cycle: 4 days on, followed by 4 days off

• Morning Shifts – 07:00 to 11:30 (2 per 4‑day block)
• Evening Shifts – 18:00 to 22:30 (2 per 4‑day block)

Total weekly hours: 16

Pay: £14.88 – £15.68 per hour, depending on experience. Mileage allowance up to 45p per mile.

• Generous annual leave: 28 days (29 for senior managers, pro rata), plus bank holidays and an additional 5 days linked to continuous service. Opportunity to purchase up to 6 weeks of extra leave per year.
• Local Government Pension Scheme and immediate life cover (3 times annual salary) plus ill‑health protection.
• Full shift pay (not just individual visits) and mileage allowance.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme and car lease scheme.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support, including counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working options.
• Modern workplace technology supporting hybrid and collaborative working.
• Opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives and the wider community.

West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Apply now: reablementwestad This role may close early if sufficient applications are received before the expiry date. Please note that the position does not meet the legal requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.