Reablement Support Assistant (Heatherstones)

Calderdale Safety Partnership; Halifax; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Halifax is seeking compassionate Reablement Support Assistants to join their team. The role involves providing essential support to individuals recovering from hospital stays or facing challenges in their homes. Ideal candidates will have experience in care, a caring attitude, and the flexibility to work varied shifts. The organization offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development

Supportive team environment

Access to retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals needing care and support.
• A caring attitude to help others become independent.
• Ability to communicate professionally and positively.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals post-hospital discharge.
• Assist those facing challenges in their own home.
• Help individuals who have become homeless or need urgent property repairs.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals

Caring attitude

Ability to work in a team

Effective communication

Relationship building

Flexibility in work approach

Job description

Post Ref: CC426

Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.

We are looking for kind, caring and compassionate individuals who really want to make a difference, to join our team of Reablement Support Assistants at Heatherstones Court. Heatherstones Court is a reablement support and specialist housing service for all ages in Calderdale. There are 9 single apartments and 3 double apartments.

Heatherstones Court provides support for:

• People on discharge from hospital who need a short period of help and support (Reablement) before getting back to their former self where possible.
• People who are experiencing difficulties in their own home and can no longer access their home because of changes to their health or personal circumstances.
• People who have become homeless because they are unable to return to their own home or are experiencing a change in their personal circumstances.
• People may be living in a property which requires urgent repairs or has been assessed as unsafe to reside. The property may require refurbishment or a fresh start.

Our Requirements:

• Previous experience of supporting individuals who require care and support.
• A caring attitude and a desire to help people to become more independent.
• Forward thinkers who can encourage and enable people to remain an active part of their community.
• Ability to work positively within a team and always communicate professionally.
• Able to build effective relationships.
• Ensure the service users' rights, dignity, choice and dignity are maintained and respected.
• A flexible approach to work rotas is required, as we operate a 7-day service shift patterns are from 8 am until 22.00 hrs.

In return we provide:

• A full induction and ongoing training and development relevant to the role.
• A friendly, diverse, dynamic, and supportive team.
• Various routes of progression to other areas within the Council.
• The opportunity to input into this innovative service.
• Comprehensive reward and benefits package, which includes generous terms and conditions of employment and access to a wide range of retail discounts and lifestyle savings.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Nicola Gale (Registered Team Manager) on 01422 392229 / 07754859786, or deputy manager Georgia Young 07734974938.

Closing Date: Sunday, 11th January 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st January 2026

We may utilise digital interview methods.