Rehabilitation Assistant

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Bridport; Presencial; GBP 23 000 - 29 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Fantastic induction programme

Flexible family-friendly working

Pastoral support

Learning and development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust in Bridport is inviting applications for a part-time Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Ward Therapy multidisciplinary team.

You will support adult patients with rehab, complete functional assessments, contribute to therapy plans to improve independence, and provide admin support to ensure smooth day-to-day running. DBS clearance is required; driving is desirable.

Qualificações

• NVQ care level 2/3 or willingness to work towards
• Good organisational skills and decision making
• Able to communicate effectively at different levels
• Willing to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

Responsabilidades

• Provide rehab-based care including personal care as needed
• Complete mobility, equipment and function assessments under supervision
• Coordinate equipment delivery with family/NOK and record issues
• Communicate with MDT including Nurses, Therapy staff and relatives

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Decision making

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Formação académica

NVQ care level 2/3 or willing to work towards

Ferramentas

MS Excel

MS Word

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Rehabilitation Assistant

The closing date is 12 November 2026

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our established Ward Therapy multidisciplinary team. We deliver support for patients who have been admitted to Bridport Community Hospital to assess their current ability, and provide expert interventions and interactions to support timely, safe Discharge from Hospital.

As the Ward Therapy Support worker , you will provide support to adult patients within the hospital. You will assist the patient and Therapy team to agree achievable goals, carry out functional assessments as directed by the team, and follow Therapy intervention plans to promote independence and improve quality of life.

You will provide admin support to help ensure the efficient day to day running of the service. Strong communication skills and confident decision-making are a must for this role. You will be joining a motivated, caring and compassionate team.

• fantastic induction programme
• flexible family-friendly working patterns
• pastoral support
• excellent learning and development opportunities, including the chance to apply for Nursing, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Apprenticeships!

The Therapy Assistant role is a part time post . The standard operating hours of the Ward therapy team are Mon- Fri 0800-1630. Being a driver is desirable for this role.

For further queries, please contact [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Providing rehab based care ( assessment) to people which includes a degree of personal care. eg Washing and dressing, toileting needs.

Completing assessments of mobility, equipment and function under the instruction of ,or supervision of the Clinicians.

Monitoring Equipment delivery in liaison with Family/NOK. Ensuring equipment issues to patients is recorded correctly so that it can be reorded

Written and verbal communication with the MDT. Including, Nurses, Medics, Social care, Voluntary sector, Therapy team, patients and relatives etc

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do [e-mail]

Person Specification

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

• Able to utilise computerised documents including using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
• Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills.
• Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities.
• Able to demonstrate ability to set and review priorities.
• Demonstrable ability of using tact and diplomacy
• Ability to work autonomously if required
• Willing to work flexibly and proactively with the team, including weekend and bank holiday working
• Able to demonstrate a genuine interest in working with people

BUSINESS TRAVEL

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

• NVQ care level 2/3 or willing to work towards
• Skills to manage challenging situations
• Good organisational skills/decision making
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of the local area

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

• Experience of providing patient care working in the NHS or Social care setting
• Experience of Following programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively
• Experience of working in a ward setting
• Previous experience of rehab of elderly/adults

FINANCE/RESOURCES

• Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust