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Community Reablement Officer - Ref: SS01726
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Community Reablement Officer – Walsall Council
Ref: SS01726 Grade: G5 Salary: £28,598 - £31,022 per annum (per annum salary range)
Important Note: This role is restricted to female applicants under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. The genuine occupational requirement for female staff arises due to the need to build trusting relationships with vulnerable individuals who may have experienced previous difficulties with male support workers.
About You
Are you:
- A confident and effective communicator who thrives in collaborative environments?
- Skilled at motivating and encouraging others to achieve their personal goals?
- Capable of working independently whilst remaining an active team player?
If you are, this role in Walsall Council’s Community Reablement Team could be your next step.
We’re seeking a passionate, empathetic professional who wants to:
- Work collaboratively with vulnerable individuals.
- Empower communities to support greater independence and well-being.
Job Overview
As a Community Reablement Officer, your role will involve:
- Supporting individuals in their homes to restore or develop independence, helping them lead fulfilling lives.
- Partnering with a therapy team to design and deliver personalised reablement interventions.
- Completing ongoing assessments to track progress and adapt support plans.
Your Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed assessments of clients’ needs and capabilities.
- Develop individualised action plans to encourage self-sufficiency.
- Deliver support and guidance tailored to improvements in:
- Daily living tasks.
- Mobility and health management.
- Social engagement and well-being.
- Liaise with health and social care professionals, including:
- Therapy teams.
- Community carers.
- Healthcare professionals (GPs, nurses).
- Monitor progress, review outcomes, and adjust plans accordingly.
- Ensure person-centred approach, promoting dignity and autonomy.
- Support in system navigation, helping clients access benefits, services, and resources.
- Maintain confidentiality in line with data protection regulations.
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Additional Considerations
- This role requires flexibility to travel across Walsall.
- You will be contacted in homes, care settings, or clinical environments.
- Self-awareness is critical – understanding your role in supporting trauma-informed care for vulnerable clients.
About Walsall Council:
Walsall is dedicated to high-quality community care, supporting individuals to regain independence while nurturing their well-being. Working here means being part of a team that:
- Values collaboration and empathy.
- Prioritises personalised interventions.
Qualifications & Support Required
- Essential (non-negotiable):
- Ability to communicate effectively in spoken English (English Language Fluency Duty compliance).
- Enhanced DBS clearances will be mandatory.
- Vacancy adheres to the Government’s Equality Act requirements for female applicants only.
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- Desired:
- Prior experience in social care, occupational therapy, or rehabilitation.
- Qualifications/training in person-centred practice.
- Knowledge of mental health, disability, or adult safeguarding.
Benefits
- Competitive pay within the G5 Grade range.
- Support for professional development and training.
- Walsall’s commitment to working flexibly, where practical.
- Guaranteed interview for eligible young people leaving care in Walsall.
- Opportunity to make a direct, positive impact in your community.
Key Contacts For inquiries, contact Stacey Dixon, Team Manager: 📞 01922 654139 ✉ stacey.dixon@walsall.gov.uk
Application & Role Specifics
- Closing Date: 15th July 2026 (early closure may occur if applicants exceed expectations).
- Crucial Note on Submissions:
Your application requires:
- A detailed “Supporting Information” statement explaining how your skills experience align with the Employee Specification. (Without this, you will not be shortlisted.)
- Fully completed work history and qualifications sections.
- No CVs accepted; applications are fully text-based.
- Walsall encourages authentic, personable applications—avoiding heavy AI reliance to showcase your unique perspective.
Safeguarding Notice: Walsall Council upholds safeguarding children, young people, and adults as our top priority. All staff must commit to the same. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory.
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