Senior Support Worker - Casual

Casual contract 0 / varied hours per week

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking enthusiastic Casual Senior Support Workers to join the team at The Adelaide Reablement Resource Centre which offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to be part of a dynamic care environment.

Reablement is a targeted, person-centred approach to care that focuses on working with individuals to identify and achieve their own goals, supporting them on their journey to regaining independence. That journey begins in our bedded resource centre, where you’ll enjoy a versatile and fulfilling role working alongside service users, colleagues, and a wide range of professionals.

Your Role Will Include:

• Creating and reviewing Care Plans, Risk Assessments, and Discharge Planning
• Supporting individuals in goal setting and achieving personal milestones
• Leading shifts when required and mentoring staff
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care

What We’re Looking For:

• A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is desirable, but a willingness to learn is essential
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for people
• Ability to prioritise workloads in a busy, fast-paced environment

The Isle of Wight Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and operates stringent recruitment practices. All employees are expected to familiarise themselves with the Council’s Safeguarding Policies and all other relevant policies so our staff can work safely, professionally and competently always.

In accordance with the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, it is a criminal offence for a person barred to work with children or adults to work in a Regulated Activity.

For further information, please contact Caroline King on caroline.king@iow.gov.uk or phone 01983 568621

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)

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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

The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via adverts@iow.gov.uk 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.

Please note, appointment to a regulated role will require you to provide additional personal details, including full employment history, referee information, and consent for any required safeguarding checks, as part of the Council’s commitment to safer recruitment and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Out of Hours Standby and Call Out. You may be asked to provide support in exceptional circumstances, outside of usual business hours. Unless stated otherwise in the job summary for the role this is not part of the department’s usual standby arrangements.

For support completing your online application or for further information on how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email callcentre@iow.gov.uk 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.