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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Waterloo Centre Leiston IP16 4HE - Hybrid
- 33366 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
As a modern flexible and effective organisation were driven to make a positive difference to the environment the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us a Home First Team Leader youll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
As the operational manager of the Home First Service within a locality you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our service is delivered in alignment with Short Term Reablement Plans (STEP) relevant policies and procedures service specifications and quality standards. Your contributions will be essential in the assessment and reablement process.
You will
- develop reablement plans with customers during initial assessments and subsequent reviews recording these on the customers STEP (Short Term Reablement Plan)
- assess and adjust the content of the reablement plan as needed recommending the cessation of the plan when appropriate
- ensure the service is delivered according to the agreed reablement plan with ongoing reviews to achieve the jointly agreed goals and outcomes
- use IT systems to update customer data efficiently
- manage the relationship with Business Support effectively ensuring efficient and effective support for the Home First service
- liaise with colleagues to ensure the effective implementation of reablement plans identifying timely alternative provisions and ensuring customer-focused services
- provide professional supervision and staff observations to HFPs keeping them informed of changes to policy and procedures including Health and Safety
- ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies including undertaking risk assessments and workplace handling
- maintain compliance with regulated training and staff development
- in difficult or emergency situations undertake direct care work or assist and support wider team members.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Home First provides a short-term reablement care and support service to individuals living in their own homes. This service is designed to assist people following a hospital stay an illness or crisis at home or to help prevent hospital admissions. You will collaborate closely with colleagues from ASC Cluster Teams Independent Providers Health Boroughs and Districts the Multi-Agency Safeguarding team and a diverse range of agencies including those in the voluntary sector.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report
For more information
Please contact Peter Hobson for a casual conversation. You can reach him by calling or emailing
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Can you explain your experience with developing and adjusting reablement plans How do you ensure that these plans meet the agreed goals and outcomes
- How do you demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity within your team Can you provide an example of how you have promoted these values
- Describe a time when you had to remain calm in a stressful situation. How did you manage your stress and support your team
Please note: Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability please contact us at 0 or
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling 0. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 04 June 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Employment Type
Full-Time
