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April 3, 2025
Civvy Street magazine – April/May 25 edition now available online

Job Details:
Job Reference: HCC620467
Salary Range: £32,149 - £35,241 per annum
Work Location: Dame Mary Fagan House, Basingstoke
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 15 April 2025
The Role:
As a Reablement Practitioner, you’ll be working across all disciplines within the Reablement service including sensory loss, occupational therapy and the community response team (CRT). You’ll be part of a progressive team, using an enabling, adaptive approach, supporting people to live in their own homes where possible, and in the least restrictive way.
What you'll do:
- Alongside a multi-disciplinary team of Health and Social Care professionals, you’ll triage referrals, complete holistic assessments of need and plan supportive interventions.
- Use a strengths-based approach when providing advice and information throughout someone’s reablement journey, enabling them to problem solve and make informed decisions.
- Build positive working relationships with service users and their wider support network, healthcare professionals and local community networks.
- Support professional practitioners with safeguarding cases.
What we're looking for:
- Experience in a Reablement, Rehabilitation, Health or Social Care setting.
- General knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Detail-orientated and able to assess risks, needs and analyse information.
- Demonstrates patience, compassion and empathy, treating service users with dignity and respect in all interactions.
Why join us?
- Make a Difference: Work in partnership with organisations across Health and Social care to maximise independence, prevent hospital admissions, and facilitate rapid discharge from hospital to improve outcomes for the people of Hampshire. For further information please visit our Reablement website.
- Professional Development: Supportive supervision and continuous learning opportunities, including formal qualification routes and a comprehensive suite of management training. All team members obtain a Care Certificate once in post, fully funded by the council.
- Employee Support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.
North East: FREE Online Support on understanding your child
The data is showing us that the families who have completed the online support tell us that has been very beneficial.
Courses available: click to find out more. Use code to get free access: HADRIAN
Understanding pregnancy, labour, birth and your baby (Antenatal)
Understanding pregnancy, labour, birth and your baby: for women couples (Antenatal
Understanding your baby (Postnatal)
Understanding your child (0-19 years) (Main course)
Understanding your child with additional needs (0-19 years) (Main course)
Understanding your teenager's brain (Short course)
Understanding your brain (for teenagers only!) (Short course)
Understanding your feelings (for teenagers only!) (Short course)
Understanding your child’s feelings (A taster course)
Understanding your child’s mental health and wellbeing (Accompanies 3a. and/or 3b.)
Understanding your relationships
https://inourplace.co.uk/northumberland/
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Leuchars: GRAHAMS Construction require a onsite Cleaner/Labourer for immediate start.
Contact Suzanne Stevenson Suzanne.Stevenson@graham.co.uk for more information.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Newcastle: Armed Forces Day - Military v Cancer Rugby Event 21st June
Tackling cancer, one try at a time - Join us for the Military vs Cancer Rugby Event at Kingston Park on 21 June at Kingston Park Stadium, Newcastle.
This Armed Forces Day, be part of an unforgettable event that celebrates courage, community, and the fight against cancer. Watch as the UK Armed Forces Rugby Teams take on the North Select XV in thrilling men’s and women’s matches. This is more than just rugby — it’s a day of unity, remembrance, and support for a vital cause.
Honour Your Loved Ones
Make this event even more meaningful by having the name of a loved one featured on the official rugby kit worn by the players. For just £20, you can ensure their name becomes part of this incredible day. With space for 750 names, this is a unique way to celebrate someone special while supporting Military vs Cancer. Names are limited to 20 characters each — so act fast to secure your spot! To add a name to the jersey, include it in the comments when purchasing your reward online via the link or QR code. Let’s fill that kit with love, strength, and remembrance!
In Memory of Heroes
This year’s game and kit will honour the memory of Cpl Tim Crossin RM and L/Cpl Nathan Summersgill-Smith RM, two brave individuals who fought valiantly but sadly lost their battles with cancer. Let’s come together to celebrate their legacy and support others in need.
West Midlands: Celebrating VE Day - National Memorial Arboretum - 3-5 May
Full details: HERE
Information from: Central Hub
New Stay Well service will support hundreds of Staffordshire children and young people
Stay Well will offer early intervention and prevention through:
• Group and one-to-one emotional health and wellbeing sessions for children and young people
• Peer support groups for children and young people
• Access to a wide range of positive activities for children and young people
• Information, advice and guidance for children and young people, families, professionals and schools
• Workshops and training opportunities for children, young people, families, professionals and schools
The service will be provided from local venues across Staffordshire, including wellbeing centres, community venues, schools and colleges. Find out more about the service.
How to make a referral
Children, young people and their families can refer directly into the service, or they can be referred by a professional.
Call: 01782 418 518
Online: Stay Well online referral form
Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
Monmouthshire: MonLife - Free Swimming Sessions for Under 16's
Under-16’s can also enjoy a free swim at your local MonLife Active Leisure centre during the following times:
- Chepstow Leisure Centre: Saturdays from 3:30pm – 4:30pm
- Abergavenny Leisure Centre: Sundays between 11.00am – 12.00pm
- Monmouth Leisure Centre: Saturdays between 3:30pm – 4:15pm
- Caldicot Leisure Centre: Saturdays between 11.30am – 12.45pm
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.