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      <category>Care/Support Work/Adult Social Care</category>
      <category>Full time permanent</category>
      <category>Borough Hall Bedford </category>
      <title>005159 - Reablement Coordinator</title>
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&lt;b&gt;Contract Type : &lt;/b&gt;Full time permanent&lt;br /&gt;
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Reablement Team and be part of our journey of transformation.

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual with excellent communication skills and fluent spoken and written English to join our team as a Reablement Coordinator.

About the Role:
The role involves coordinating a team of Reablement Support Workers to deliver a strengths-based, person-centred approach to care and support. The primary focus is to help individuals regain or maintain their independence, confidence, and daily living skills following hospital admission, illness, or deterioration in health.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing electronic rotas and care planning using bespoke IT systems, as well as Microsoft Word and Excel 
Completing initial assessments, setting agreed goals, and reviewing progress with the team 
Facilitating transfers of care to external agencies following a period of reablement 
Completing comprehensive Care Act assessments 
Holding duty responsibilities on a rota basis and making decisions in crisis situations 
Undertaking formal supervision sessions with staff 
Supporting the Team Manager with sickness absence management, recruitment, and staff retention 
Working collaboratively with partner agencies and professionals to build positive working relationships 
Maintaining knowledge of Care Quality Commission (CQC) compliance to ensure high standards of service delivery


The ideal candidate will:
Have strong organisational and communication skills 
Be confident using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications 
Demonstrate a person-centred and strengths-based approach 
Be able to work effectively under pressure and make informed decisions 
Have the ability to lead, motivate, and support a team 
Be committed to promoting independence and delivering high-quality care 
You will need a current UK driving licence and access to a car. Able to work a 6 week rota pattern including weekends, evenings and bank holidays. (attached to the role profile)

What We Offer:
Reablement promotes a culture of independence, teamwork, and job satisfaction. Full training and support will be provided during the induction period.
 

Closing date: 24th June 2026
Interviews: 8th July 2026


How to apply
When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions.  The application questions require a yes/no response.  Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria.  An optional CV template is provided below. 








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&lt;b&gt;Location : &lt;/b&gt;Borough Hall Bedford &lt;br /&gt;
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      <category>Finance/Finance - All</category>
      <category>Part time permanent</category>
      <category>Borough Hall Bedford</category>
      <title>005123 - Benefit Assessor</title>
      <description>&lt;b&gt;Category : &lt;/b&gt;Finance/Finance - All&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Contract Type : &lt;/b&gt;Part time permanent&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Vacancy Details : &lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Bedford Borough Council is looking for a Benefit Assessment Officer to join our busy team on a part-time basis.

The successful candidate will have experience of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support Legislation.
You will be able to work under pressure whilst retaining a high level of accuracy. You will be able communicate with internal teams, customers and Landlords.

The team is currently hybrid with some scope for working from home, and this is under review, however, you must be available to work in the office, at Borough Hall, to undertake all training that is required, this will depend upon the individual.

How to Apply
When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions.  The application questions require a yes/no response.  Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria.  An optional CV template is provided below. 

Closing Date: 26th June 2026
Interviews will be held on 14th &amp; 15th July 2026.

Please note:
The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:
· a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)
· a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical
For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk

Guaranteed Interview Schemes
Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.  Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for. 

Visa Sponsorship
Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;b&gt;Location : &lt;/b&gt;Borough Hall Bedford&lt;br /&gt;
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      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:12:09 Z</pubDate>
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      <category>Finance/Finance - All</category>
      <category>Full time permanent</category>
      <category>Borough Hall Bedford</category>
      <title>005121 - Benefit Assessor</title>
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&lt;b&gt;Contract Type : &lt;/b&gt;Full time permanent&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Vacancy Details : &lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Bedford Borough Council is looking for a Benefit Assessment Officer to join our busy team.

You will have experience of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support Legislation. You will be able to work under pressure whilst retaining a high level of accuracy. You will be able communicate with internal teams, customers and Landlords.

The team is currently hybrid with some scope for working from home, and this is under review, however, you must be available to work in the office, at Borough Hall, to undertake all training that is required, this will depend upon the individual.

How to Apply
When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions.  The application questions require a yes/no response.  Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria.  An optional CV template is provided below. 

Closing Date: 26th June 2026
Interviews will be held: 14th and 15th July 2026.

Please note:
The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:
· a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)
· a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical
For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk

Guaranteed Interview Schemes
Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.  Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for. 

Visa Sponsorship
Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;b&gt;Location : &lt;/b&gt;Borough Hall Bedford&lt;br /&gt;
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