Reablement Practitioner HCC624390

Job summary

As a Reablement Practitioner, youll be working across all disciplines within the Reablement service including sensory loss, occupational therapy and the community response team (CRT). Youll be part of a progressive team, using an enabling, adaptive approach, supporting people to live in their own homes where possible, and in the least restrictive way.

Travel Requirements

Youll need to travel across the area, and it is essential that you have a current drivers licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK.

Other roles you may have experience of may include:Senior Care Assistant, Senior Case Worker, Senior Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Senior Healthcare Assistant, Rehabilitation Worker, Occupational Therapist Assistant.

Main duties of the job

• Alongside a multi-disciplinary team of Health and Social Care professionals, youll triage referrals, complete holistic assessments of need and plan supportive interventions.
• Use a strengths-based approach when providing advice and information throughout someones reablement journey, enabling them to problem solve and make informed decisions.
• Build positive working relationships with service users and their wider support network, healthcare professionals and local community networks.
• Support professional practitioners with safeguarding cases.

What were looking for:

• Experience in a Reablement, Rehabilitation, Health or Social Care setting is preferred but not essential.
• General knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 is preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Detail-orientated and able to assess risks, needs and analyse information.
• Demonstrates patience, compassion and empathy, treating service users with dignity and respect in all interactions.

About us

• Make a Difference: Work in partnership with organisations across Health and Social care to maximise independence, prevent hospital admissions, and facilitate rapid discharge from hospital to improve outcomes for the people of Hampshire.
• Professional Development: Supportive supervision and continuous learning opportunities, including formal qualification routes and a comprehensive suite of management training. All team members obtain a Care Certificate once in post, fully funded by the council.
• Employee Support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.

Working Patterns

Our Service runs 07:00-22:00 every day of the year, therefore youll be required to work evenings and/or public holidays and/or weekends as part of your Normal Working Hours for which enhancements are paid and days off in lieu can be accommodated.

The current working hours for this position follow a current pattern of 08:30-17:00 Monday to Thursday and during allocated weekend working, and 08:30-16:30 Friday. Working patterns are subject to change based on service requirements; any changes will be formally discussed and agreed with you.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Details

• Date posted: 15 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £33,178 to £36,369 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: F0017-26-0118
• Job locations: Elizabeth II Court, The Castle, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8UB, United Kingdom, Hampshire County Council, 1 High Street, Totton, SOUTHAMPTON, SO40 9HL, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role