Community Respiratory Rehabilitation Assistant

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Brighton seeks a Community Respiratory Rehabilitation Assistant to support patients in managing lung conditions. The role involves conducting home visits, following care plans, and assisting in pulmonary rehabilitation. Ideal for candidates with strong communication skills and a passion for patient care. The position offers various training opportunities and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Excellent training opportunities

Cost-effective workplace nurseries

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or rehabilitation settings is preferred.
• Ability to manage patient interactions effectively.
• Willingness to undertake further training as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and follow care plans.
• Assist in pulmonary rehabilitation provision and clinics.
• Maintain documentation of patient records.

Skills

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Would you like to work in a supportive specialist team? We may be the team for you!

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic person to join the Community Respiratory Service in Brighton as a Community Respiratory Rehabilitation Assistant. You will be working as part of a dynamic multi‑disciplinary team comprising of nurses, physios, occupational therapist, cognitive behavioural therapist, associate practitioners and community rehabilitation assistants.

We work to help patients independently manage their lung condition on a day to day basis and to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions. You will be responsible for following care plans given by all members of this multidisciplinary team. The role consists of home visits, teaching and assessing skills of self‑management. You will also assist in pulmonary rehabilitation provision and clinics. There is also an administrative element to the position.

Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

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• Under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, participate in planned treatment activities (such as spirometry, nebuliser provision, inhaler technique, Home exercise programmes) taking into account the fluctuating needs of the patient.
• To implement care plans and follow programmes set up by Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Nurses.
• To observe any changes in a patient’s condition, record accurately and report back any changes or concerns to an appropriate clinician.
• To undertake patients physical measurements under the direction of a qualified practitioner.
• To maintain effective documentation in patient records as required by the integrated respiratory service and Sussex community NHS Trust
• To undertake further training to gain skills and knowledge in specific clinical areas as needed eg spirometry/phlebotomy
• To assist the qualified practitioner with home assessments if required.
• To assess and instruct in the use of prescribed daily living equipment if necessary and practice its safe use with the patient.
• To report effectively to the team on patient’s progress and performance in relation to the patient goals.
• To assist in the induction, training and education of students, volunteers and other staff members.
• To participate in audit and evaluation of the service as requested.
• To provide support for secretaries and/or admin staff in the team ensuring cover during annual leave etc.

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex
• Flexible working options: part‑time, flexi‑time, annualised hours, and flexi‑retirement
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities
• Cost‑effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust
• Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Laura Jackman Job title: Operational Team Lead Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 07492370372