More about the role:
The goal of our Reablement Service is to help older people live independently in their own homes. By giving as many people as possible an active life within the community, A small proportion of people will need and benefit from short-term care in a 24-hour bedded facility for the purposes of rehabilitation or recovery where time is given to the assessment and consideration of options for longer term care. This could be in a rehabilitation facility, care home or hospice care.
We are making Central Bedfordshire a great place to live and work. As a Unit Support Worker, you’ll have a vital role to play. You will support people to maximise their independence.
Join us and find your greatness by giving older people freedom and the chance to lead a fulfilling life.
Recovering from illness or a stay in hospital can take time – and make everyday tasks very difficult. As a Unit Support Worker, you’ll be there to help older people and get them back on their feet again. You will encourage people to regain skills and enable them to manage daily living tasks such as washing, dressing, and preparing meals for themselves.
As someone who’ll see our service users regularly, you’ll also be responsible for assessing each person’s particular needs. It’s therefore important that you have a good understanding of older people, those with disabilities and reablement. An NVQ level 2/3 in a relevant subject (or equivalent qualifications or experience) is desirable. Beyond this, you need to be organised, used to a caring role and able to work unsupervised. It’s also important that you’re good with people – able to put them at their ease and encourage them to improve. If you’ve got what it takes, you’ll have a highly rewarding role.
Please note that you’ll be expected to work to a set rota to alternate weekend working.
What we can offer you
As well as joining a friendly, dedicated, and hardworking team you will have access to numerous benefits, including:
1. A comprehensive IT package to support you to work safely and effectively
2. Generous family friendly policies and practices
3. A welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers differences
4. Friendly and supportive staff networks
5. Annual leave allowance 25 days + statutory holidays rising to 32 days with length of service.
6. Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This is a valuable part of our rewards package for employees and includes Life Assurance. You can find out more on the .
7. An exceptional Employee Assistance Programme which helps support employees with workplace changes as well as other work, family and personal issues
8. A huge variety of courses and role-specific training and learning to help you succeed and develop
9. Access to discounts on top UK retailers and local retailers
Central Bedfordshire Council has its own vision and values that are integral to everything we do. Our area vision is to make Central Bedfordshire 'A great place to live and work’.
Sustainability matters to us. We aim to lead by example in tackling climate change. Read more about the action we’re taking on our website:
Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer.