Job Introduction

This is the role for you if you want to make a real difference to people’s recovery, independence and wellbeing after a stay in hospital or a period of ill health. Our Home First Reablement Team supports hospital and community referrals for recovery and rehabilitation for up to six weeks. We work at pace to help people regain skills, confidence and independence in their own homes, keeping the flow between hospital and community moving and reducing the need for long‑term care packages. You’ll be part of a dedicated, therapy‑led service that focuses on enablement rather than dependency, supporting single‑handed optimisation of care wherever possible. This is rewarding frontline work that directly supports the people of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and surrounding areas to live independently at home for as long as possible. Within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Provider Services, we take pride in our supportive work culture and try to go that extra mile to provide the service that our clients deserve. Have a read of our colleagues’ testimonials, and read more about the service follow the link below. Where you can also take an interactive quiz to discover whether a career in care in right for you.

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This is a Site-Based role

Interviews for this role will be held on 1st June 2026

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we aim to make a difference every day. We’re dedicated, respectful and collaborative. We act as one council, and we work hard to create cleaner, safer and healthier communities while tackling inequalities and supporting people to thrive.

Find out more about working with us here: www.mkcounciljobs.org.uk

Main Responsibility

• Deliver high‑quality recovery and rehabilitation support to people with low, medium and complex needs following hospital discharge, injury or ill health.
• Support people using person‑centred, empowering approaches that promote independence, confidence and daily living skills.
• Follow individual care and rehabilitation plans, responding to changes in need and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Record information accurately using council systems, including electronic duty notes, work logs and medication administration records.
• Work safely at all times, following safeguarding, infection control, moving and handling and health and safety guidance.
• Provide personal and intimate care where required, always maintaining dignity and respect.

The Ideal Candidate

• An understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and a positive, enabling approach to care and recovery.
• The ability to work with people with a range of needs, including dementia, complex health conditions and mobility challenges.
• Clear and confident communication skills, including accurate written recording and effective verbal handovers.
• An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and risk management in frontline care settings.
• The confidence to respond calmly in complex or changing situations, knowing when to seek guidance.
• Access to your own transport to travel across [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and surrounding areas.

Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle

To be successful in this role, you’ll need a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. If we offer you the role, we’ll ask you to provide evidence of your driving licence and vehicle insurance, including cover for business use. We’re unable to confirm an appointment until these documents are received.

As part of the pre-employment checks, should you be offered the role, we’ll carry out an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, (unless you are currently registered with the DBS Update Service).

Package Description

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Great holiday benefits - most roles include 28 days annual leave every year on top of public (bank) holidays, increasing to 32 days after five years. In addition, there is a holiday purchase scheme allowing staff to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year.
• Excellent pension – everyone who works for us can join the national Local Government Pension Scheme, widely regarded as one of the best available.
• A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity support and a childcare subsidy.
• Access to an award-winning employee benefits programme that includes a health cash plan, a low-cost bike purchase scheme as well as high street discounts and money off entertainment and travel.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme - eligible employees can access low‑cost leasing of electric and low‑emission vehicles.
• Blue Light Card - employees working within social care can qualify for an additional range of discounts from national retailers and local businesses.

Why join us? Along with more on our Benefits, discover why Working at the City Council could be the right move for you here Working at the Council | [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Our roles are either designated ‘site based’ or ‘home based’. ‘Site based’ roles can include up to two days a week working from home whilst ‘home based’ roles are based at home four days a week. Of course, managers designate which category roles are in based on the needs of the service and the circumstances.

About The Organisation

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a large, modern and financially stable employer with around 2,500 people working across our eight areas. Together we provide local residents and businesses with a wide range of important round-the-clock services and aim to make our city a better place to live.

We work hard because of the demands placed on us, like protecting children from harm or preventing homelessness. However, working for the city is always rewarding and everyone has the opportunity to make a real difference.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We actively encourage applications from candidates who bring a range of perspectives, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

We are proud to have signed up to the Social Care Workforce Race Equality Standard (SC-WRES), a continuous improvement programme designed to help social care organisations achieve anti-racist workplaces. Our commitment means we are actively working to identify and address inequalities, improve representation in leadership, and ensure fair treatment and opportunity for all colleagues in Adult Services. skillsforcare.org.uk

We offer great training and support and because of the size and scale of the organisation there are always new opportunities to explore when it’s time for a new role.