About The Role
Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: Permanent
Additional Payments: 10% Flexibility Allowance, Essential Car User Allowance
Closing Date: 24 October 2025
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: In Person
This Role is Subject to:
* Essential Car Documentation: this post is a designated Essential Car User. You must hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance.
* DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance: this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced DBS check. Information provided will be dealt with confidentially and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. A policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
Qualification: Hold or be willing to undertake the Care Certificate and minimum level 3 or equivalent qualification, or be willing to work towards this within 6 months of starting the role.
Evidence of conduct in previous employment related to health or social care or children or vulnerable adults.
Proof of identity including a recent photograph
Full Employment history
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Building Independence Team within Reablement. This model of care will ensure a dedicated team of trained and skilled support workers, competent in supporting individuals with specialised needs to achieve lifelong, sustainable changes to reach their goals.
The Building Independence Team will offer a more efficient and consistent approach to support, maximising potential for individuals to reduce care needs while maintaining high standards of service delivery.
The Reablement provision will support cohorts while utilising the TEC offer, including:
* Individuals with substance misuse
* Individuals with low to medium mental health needs
* Individuals with learning disabilities
* Individuals with autism
* Individuals with neurodiversity
* Support to residential/nursing provision where 1:1 support is identified, including approaches to manage distressed behaviours and falls
* Support for individuals with early-stage dementia to remain in their own homes
The successful candidates will join a service that prides itself on helping people achieve their goals and return to independence.
The candidate will work in a community setting citywide within an individual’s own home to support them to achieve independence, longer-term solutions and aspirations while maintaining privacy and dignity.
The post holder will provide and promote choice and control to the individual, helping them transition to maximum independence through a person-centred approach and partnership working.
The post holder will maintain accurate, up-to-date records and collect data to evidence performance against service delivery and targets.
For further information contact Suzanne Wilson (Registered Manager for the Building Independence Team) on 07943827315.
Please note this job will be open until 2025, but the date may change depending on the volume of applications received.
About the Candidate
About Us
We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.
Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:
* We take time to listen and understand
* We work together and trust each other
* We value differences and treat each other fairly
* We own it and we’re not afraid to try new things
* We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
Benefits we offer
* Generous holiday allowance: up to 26 days per year plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after five years. Option to purchase up to two additional weeks.
* Pension: Enrolled in the local government pension scheme with life cover of three-times salary.
* Enhanced parental and carers leave: Enhanced family leave options to bond with a new child or support family during life events.
* Brilliant perks: Discounts via MCR+ on shopping, holidays, phone contracts, cycle to work, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
* Learn and grow: Learning opportunities, onboarding, workshops, training, apprenticeships, and qualifications.
* A Good Employment Charter member: Secure, flexible work, annual pay review, recognition of unions, and wellbeing support.
* Up to 3 days volunteering leave: Paid volunteering leave pro-rated to give back to the community.
Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council
We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people, and young people.
Support During the Process
* Interview adjustments available on request to demonstrate suitability.
* Accessible formats available via ReciteMe; adjustments can be requested on the careers page.
Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements and identify with at least one of the criteria: armed forces member or veteran; current/former care leaver; have a disability or long-term condition.
When You Join Us
We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:
* A workplace adjustment hub with specialist support and guidance for required adjustments
* Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network
* A commitment to accessibility standards in information and disability-friendly workplaces
For more information about the role or adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk.
What we will need from you if you’re successful
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement. This is not a role eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Candidates should consider their own right to work options without Manchester City Council sponsorship.
Pre-Employment Checks
If you are successful, checks may include proof of right to work, references, DBS check, and driving licence (if required by the role).
These checks are part of ensuring safety for staff and the community.
Other relevant information
We support diverse and inclusive working arrangements. If you need additional aids, adaptations, or equipment to undertake duties, we will work to provide them or consider redesigning parts of the role where necessary.
Read the role profile attached for more information.
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