Reablement Assistant

An exciting opportunity has become available for a caring and motivated Reablement Assistant to join a specialist day centre and intermediate care service in Bournemouth.

This welcoming service provides short-term rehabilitation, reablement and personalised support to individuals who require assistance to regain confidence, improve independence and achieve their personal goals. Working within a supportive day centre environment, you will help clients maintain their daily living skills, promote wellbeing and support their journey towards greater independence.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a rewarding career in health and social care, as no previous experience is required. Full training and support will be provided to help you develop the skills needed to deliver high-quality, person-centred support.

As a Reablement Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting individuals with their daily routines, mobility, personal care and rehabilitation goals. You will encourage independence, promote dignity and work alongside an experienced team to help clients achieve positive outcomes.

What's on offer:

• £13.52 per hour weekdays
• £16.31 per hour weekends
• Full-time position – 40 hours per week
• Early and late day shifts: 7:00am–2:30pm or 3:00pm–10:30pm
• 5 days out of 7 rota, including weekends
• No previous experience required
• Full training and induction provided
• Opportunity to work towards the Care Certificate and NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Supportive and experienced management team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Rewarding role helping people regain independence
• Opportunity to build a career within health and social care

Responsibilities include:

• Providing compassionate, person-centred support within the day centre
• Supporting clients with personal care needs, including washing, dressing and toileting
• Assisting with mobility, transfers and daily activities following training
• Encouraging clients to build confidence and independence
• Supporting individuals to achieve their personal rehabilitation and reablement goals
• Assisting with practical everyday tasks such as preparing drinks, light meals and activities
• Supporting clients with medication following full training and competency assessment
• Maintaining accurate care records and documentation
• Reporting any changes in a client's health, wellbeing or progress
• Promoting dignity, privacy, choice and independence at all times
• Working positively as part of a supportive care team

What we're looking for:

• A caring and compassionate attitude
• No previous care experience required – full training provided
• Willingness to learn and develop within health and social care
• Commitment to completing the Care Certificate and working towards NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Good communication skills
• Reliable, flexible and professional approach
• Ability to follow guidance and work as part of a team
• Patient, understanding and positive attitude
• Passion for supporting people to improve their independence and wellbeing

Please note:
This is a full-time day centre-based role supporting individuals with a range of needs. The successful candidate will receive full training and must be comfortable supporting people with personal care, mobility and daily living activities.

To Apply

Please contact Jasmin on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)