Reablement Leader - Community Reablement and Outreach

35 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen to take on a rewarding role that truly makes a difference in the lives of people across our Island community. We are recruiting a Reablement Leader to join our compassionate and dedicated Community Reablement and Outreach team.

About the Role

As a Reablement Leader, you will:

• Case manage individuals referred to the service, completing assessments, reviews, and care planning to ensure person-centred, high-quality support.
• Lead a small team of support workers, providing supervision, guidance, and regular one-to-one and team meetings.
• Maintain accurate records that reflect the needs and goals of the people we support, guiding staff to deliver care confidently and competently.
• Deliver hands-on care when required, leading by example and ensuring best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete thorough referrals, assessments, and reviews—both written and electronic—always involving the person being supported.
• Seek feedback from clients and staff to continuously improve service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with health and social care professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Conduct observations, competency assessments, and maintain detailed records of staff performance and development.
• Support people transitioning from hospital to home or those needing extra help to regain independence.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who:

• Has experience working within relevant statutory frameworks.
• Understands reablement principles—working with people, not for them.
• Can build trusting relationships with empathy and sensitivity.
• Is confident in motivating others and influencing positive change.
• Has strong ICT skills and is comfortable using Microsoft applications.
• Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle with business use insurance.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a service that supports vulnerable adults across the Island.
• Work closely with hospital teams and community professionals.
• Enjoy a varied and fast-paced role with real impact.
• Gain strong professional relationships across the health and social care sector.
• Experience genuine job satisfaction by helping people regain independence.

Additional Information

Flexibility is essential, including availability for weekends and bank holidays. You’ll be at the forefront of service delivery, ensuring high standards and leading by example.

If you’re passionate about promoting independence and making a real difference in a community setting, we’d love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact our Assistant Managers on 01983 823830.

Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounted Solent ferry travel
• Island bus network discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff parking permit scheme
• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
• National and local discounts & benefits schemes
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)

Find out more about working for the Isle of Wight Council and living on the Island.

The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.

We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community.

We are a Disability Confident employer. Along with a number of commitments, this means, providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council.

The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination, and this is supported by;

unacceptable behaviour policy

employee code of conduct

our values, culture and inclusivity

The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via [email protected] if you would like to receive a copy.

The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.

For support completing your online application or for further information on how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email [email protected]  Only applications submitted online by the closing date will be accepted.

We often receive a high volume of applicants for our vacancies. If you do not hear from the recruiting manager within three weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion. Please revisit our job page for alternate posts that may be suitable.