Female Rehabilitation Support Worker – Bargoed

Orange Recruitment; Bargoed; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated support organization is seeking a Female Rehabilitation Support Worker in Bargoed to assist a 61-year-old woman with daily activities due to a brain injury. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be patient, and possess a valid driver's license. This role offers competitive pay and professional development opportunities while providing impactful support to enhance the client's quality of life.

Benefits

Above industry average pay

Mileage reimbursement (45p per mile)

Direct work with client, not agency

Professional development opportunities

Ongoing support from Case Manager

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive and have access to a car.
• Experience supporting individuals with a brain injury and communication challenges is required.
• Willingness to register with Social Care Wales.

Responsibilities

• Support with domestic tasks and managing home.
• Assist with attending appointments and local activities.
• Encourage access to social opportunities.

Skills

Driving

Experience with brain injury

Communication support

Patience

Reliability

Job description

(REF: DR1) Female Rehabilitation Support Worker – Bargoed (Exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Bargoed

Hours per week: 8 hours per week

Working pattern: Weekdays – Likely to be 2x 4-hour shifts (structure of shifts to be discussed at interview).

Pay per hour: £14.50 per hour

Closing date: 30th October 2025 (Please note – we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)

I’m a 61-year-old lady who sustained an acquired brain injury which has affected my mobility and my communication. I live alone and am very independent, but I need some help with jobs around my home and in accessing the community. I have some physical difficulties but manage well. I communicate verbally providing you give me the time I need to express myself, but I do need you to support my communication.

I use a wheelchair within the home and an attendant propelled wheelchair in the community, but I can transfer myself into the chair. I love music, rugby and have a small dog who is very important in my life. I enjoy the company of others, have a good sense of humour, enjoy going out into the community and going shopping. Most importantly, you will support me with some domestic tasks and managing my home as well as supporting me to attend appointments and some local social activities.

I would like my support worker to be warm, patient and reliable, to encourage and support me to access all opportunities helping me to maximise my quality of life.

This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS check. Full induction and training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

To join me as a Support Worker you will need to: –

• Be able to drive and have use of a car.
• Be willing to transport me in your own vehicle.
• Have experience of supporting a person with a brain injury and those with communication difficulties.
• Be willing to register with Social Care Wales.

Also, Top Reasons to Apply: –

• Above the industry average for pay
• Mileage rate – 45p per mile
• Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
• Great opportunity for professional development
• Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
• Bespoke client induction and training
• Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager