Job introduction
About the role
Can you get Terry making the tea again?
Are you ready to fresh challenge in 2025 and make the move to the Joint Community Rehabilitation service?
Terry has always made the tea at home but after a stay in hospital they needed support to safely access the kitchen again.
We work with clients like Terry to achieve the goals that are important to them. This may be getting back into the kitchen to make a cup of tea, staying well or adjusting to a new routine.
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.
To apply for this role please follow the 'Apply Now' button above.
Interviews will be confirmed at a later date.
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.
If you wish to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Cheryl Smith, Deputy DPS Manager at Cheryl.Smith@eastsussex.gov.uk
For more information about being a Support Worker for JCR please follow this link - Join us as a JCR support worker | East Sussex County Council
#Ask me if this can be an apprenticeship
Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.
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You can find out more about working in Adult Social Care by visiting our recruitment pages
This role is eligible for the ESCC Refer a Friend scheme. This means, if you have been recommended by your friend who is an ESCC employee to apply for this role, you need to state it in your application form. You could then both be eligible for an incentive payment. Ask your ESCC friend about the scheme.
Additional information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Company information
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.
