JCR Support Worker

Posting date31 October 2024

Closing date30/11/2024 11:55:53

Salary£24,703 to £25,119 per year, pro rata

LocationEastbourne, East Sussex

CompanyEast Sussex County Council

Job typePermanent

HoursPart Time

Reference15507661

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Can you get Alf cooking again?

Are you ready to change career and make the move to the Joint Community Rehabilitation service?

We work with clients like Alf to identify and work towards the goals they want to achieve.

The Joint Community Rehabilitation service is at the heart of care in the community. Our teams assist older adults after an illness or injury get back to independence in their own home. Working alongside other professionals, you may initially be providing some personal care, helping with therapy exercises, and giving emotional support to help clients regain the skills and confidence they need to manage these everyday tasks themselves.

As a JCR Support Worker, you will be supporting an everchanging group of people across the local community to regain independence, because of this a driving licence and access to a car is needed to meet the travel requirements of the post.

We are looking for candidates who:
- Display a caring and empathetic approach.
- Can adapt to meet the individual needs of our clients.
- Can work as part of a team.
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post.

There are permanent contracts available ranging from 6 to 30 hours per week. We also offer 6-30 hour Apprenticeships, 6-24 hour weekend only contracts and 6–24 hour contracts for evening only work.

Please note we cannot offer sponsorship for these positions.

36 hours per week is available as part of a trial, please speak to the named contact below if you are interested in being part of this.

Please note the role involves working shifts between the hours of 7am and 10pm, including weekends and Bank Holidays.

In return we can offer you:
- Comprehensive training
- Opportunities for career progression
- Excellent peer and managerial support

We also offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment, including an attractive pension and annual leave package. More information can be found on our benefits page.

'Being a JCR support worker every day is different. Every client is different. We truly make a positive difference to our clients lives and this makes me proud and happy every day. Some days are challenging but our team is strong and supportive. My job is part of my life now.' Sarah – JCR Support Worker.

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