Locum Community Physiotherapist

Reablement Assistant

Brief Job Overview

Tripod Partners are recruiting an experienced Reablement Assistant for a locum opportunity within Hampshire Social Services. Based with Southampton City Council, this community-based role supports adults to regain independence, confidence, and daily living skills following hospital discharge or changes in their health.

Working within a busy multidisciplinary reablement service, you will undertake strengths-based assessments, coordinate short-term reablement plans, and deliver person-centred interventions that promote recovery and reduce the need for long-term care. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Carer, Team Leader, or similar professional looking to progress within Adult Social Care.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based assessments and reviews to identify individual needs, goals, and desired outcomes.
• Develop, implement, and coordinate person-centred reablement plans that promote independence and recovery.
• Support individuals following hospital discharge or within the community to maximise functional ability and wellbeing.
• Provide advice, guidance, and signposting to statutory, voluntary, and community services.
• Assess and manage risk while applying Making Safeguarding Personal principles.
• Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, health professionals, and partner agencies.
• Support effective hospital discharge and service flow, including equipment provision and referral processes.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant case records and documentation.
• Provide guidance and role model best practice to frontline colleagues.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and support high standards of care delivery.

About You

You will be an experienced care professional with excellent assessment skills and a passion for helping adults regain independence. You will be confident working autonomously, managing a dynamic caseload, and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding person-centred care.

You will be proactive, organised, and committed to strengths-based practice, enabling individuals to achieve the best possible outcomes within their own homes and communities.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 Diploma/NVQ in Adult Social Care (or equivalent).
• Experience working as a Senior Carer, Team Leader, or equivalent within health or Adult Social Care.
• Demonstrable assessment and care planning experience.
• Experience within reablement, rehabilitation, or short-term intervention services is highly desirable.
• Enhanced DBS (Adult Workforce).
• Strong understanding of strengths-based practice and person-centred care.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles, including Making Safeguarding Personal.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Contract & Salary

• Role: Reablement Assistant
• Sector: Hampshire Social Services
• Contract Type: Locum
• Contract Length: Ongoing
• Salary: £23.66 per hour
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week on a flexible rota, including shift working
• Location: Southampton City Council
• Training & Support: Structured induction, shadowing opportunities, and ongoing support from Senior Practitioners and Quality Operations.

How to Apply

If you have experience in reablement, assessment, or coordinating short-term support services and are passionate about helping people regain their independence, Tripod Partners would love to hear from you.

To apply for this Reablement Assistant role, apply using the form on the page.

Code: U.CSA 5297141. 029006.B20527