Community Support Worker (Part‑time)
Join us as an Community Support Worker and help people regain independence and confidence every day. We have two permanent, part‑time positions – one of 18.5 hours and one of 25 hours per week – offering the chance to be part of a caring, dynamic team making a real difference in the community.
Both roles follow a three‑week rolling rota that cannot be altered. The attached documents provide further details.
About You
We are looking for enthusiastic, respectful, caring and reliable individuals who thrive in a fast‑paced environment with experience in health and social care and are comfortable working on a three‑week fixed rota. You bring a flexible and adaptable approach, regular access to a car, and are motivated by making a positive difference to the lives of residents in Bracknell.
About the Team
The Intermediate Care Service is a multi‑disciplinary team of health and social care professionals working together to help residents live fuller, more independent lives. We provide fast‑paced, responsive support to people in their own homes or residential settings following a hospital stay or crisis in the community. Our service supports individuals for up to six weeks as they recover from illness, surgery or injury, helping them regain confidence and independence on their journey to recovery.
Key Responsibilities
* Work as part of an integrated, multi‑disciplinary team.
* Provide and work within a planned programme of rehabilitation, care and support for people who use the service following an assessment of their needs, including personal care, meal preparations, exercises and mobility, cognitive therapy and therapeutic moving and handling.
* Monitor and make observations of general behaviour, abilities and responses of people who use the service. Record and report information in relation to the person’s situation and review outcomes and risk assessments as the person’s condition changes. Maintain accurate records.
* Undertake statutory and mandatory training, participate in identifying own training needs, attend training programmes and contribute to the induction of new staff within the service. Develop and maintain own competencies in all areas of care, support and rehabilitation.
* Take an active role in health promotion including falls prevention, medication support, importance of activity, good nutrition and healthy living with a view to regaining independence in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Benefits
* 25 days* annual leave, increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.
* Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work‑life balance.
* Paid employee volunteering scheme.
* Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
* Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
* Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
* Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
* Pro rata for part‑time.
Values
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.
Equal Opportunities
Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Eligibility
This role is open to candidates currently residing in the UK. The part‑time nature of the position means it does not meet the minimum requirements for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration regulations. We cannot offer sponsorship for this position.
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