Job Description

Can you put a spring back into Sue's steps and ready for a fresh challenge and to make the move to the Joint Community Rehabilitation service? Sue lost confidence after injuring her hip in a fall, but she wanted to be able to walk her dog, Daisy, to the local park again.


We work with clients like Sue to achieve the goals that are important to them. This may be walking Daisy to the park, 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. Have a driving licence and access to a car to meet the travel requirements of the post.
There are permanent contracts available ranging from 6 - 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.

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. When completing your supporting statement be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.


Please view the & Person Specification for further information. We have also attached the following documents:


Working with JCR JCR Training JCR Career Pathways Map - JCR High Weald, Lewes and Havens

Interviews will be held face to face at County Hall, Lewes, within 2 weeks of the closing date of the advert.


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 and you can find out more about working in Adult Social Care by visiting our recruitment pages .







#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 .


It's not just a job. It's work that makes a difference.


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.