Community Rehab Assistant — Part-Time, Band 3

Pulse Staffing Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Whittington Health NHS Trust in London is seeking a Band 3 Rehab Assistant for a part-time, 15-hour-per-week role primarily covering Mondays and Tuesdays in the community. You will work with the rehabilitation team to support patients recovering from illness or injury, helping them regain independence and improve quality of life.

The role requires compassionate care, strong communication with patients and staff, and flexibility to cover shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in rehab support or healthcare (desirable)
• Caring, patient-focused approach
• Strong communication with patients and team
• Ability to assist with mobility and rehabilitation tasks
• Flexible to cover shifts

Responsibilities

• Support patients in the community receiving rehabilitation.
• Assist with mobility and ADLs and rehabilitation goals.
• Set up and assist with therapy sessions; monitor progress.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Rehab support

Communication

Mobility assistance

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title: Locum Rehab Assistant
Banding: Band 3
Location: London
Working Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week (covering Mondays and Tuesdays)
Rate: £12.11 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing

Opening Paragraph:
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Band 3 Rehab Assistant to join the team at Whittington Health NHS Trust in London. This part-time community-based role involves providing essential rehabilitation support to patients in the community. The position is for 15 hours per week, typically covering Mondays and Tuesdays. You will play a vital role in assisting the rehabilitation team to deliver high-quality care and support to patients recovering from illness or injury, enabling them to regain independence and improve their quality of life.

Responsibilities:
As a Band 3 Rehab Assistant, you will be working closely with the rehabilitation team, supporting patients in the community who are recovering from various conditions, including post-surgery, strokes, or other medical issues that require rehabilitation. Your responsibilities will include helping patients with mobility exercises, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), and supporting patients with their rehabilitation goals. You will help set up and assist with therapy sessions, monitor patient progress, and provide emotional and physical support to individuals during their recovery process. You may also be required to assist with administrative tasks, maintaining patient records, and liaising with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care. The role requires a compassionate, patient-focused approach, and the ability to work under supervision to provide practical support to patients in the community setting.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience as a Rehab Assistant or in a healthcare support role (desirable)
• A caring, patient-focused approach to care
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with patients and the healthcare team
• Ability to assist with mobility and rehabilitation tasks
• Basic knowledge of rehabilitation processes (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to providing high-quality care to patients in the community
• Flexibility to cover shifts as required

Why work with Pulse?
From the moment you register with Pulse, we focus entirely on you. Our expert recruitment consultants specialize in healthcare placements and will support you every step of the way to secure the perfect job. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, we offer exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. At Pulse, we prioritize your best interests by engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to your professional needs. We aim to make your experience as smooth as possible, ensuring you feel supported both during the recruitment process and throughout your placement.

Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please contact our team at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will ensure that appropriate support is provided to you throughout the process and into your placement.

Please Note:
We are unable to accept applications from candidates who are residents of countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, as per the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

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