Rehabilitation Assistant

NHS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation center in Sheffield is seeking a compassionate Rehabilitation Assistant to support clients on their recovery journey. The role involves delivering personal care, assisting nursing staff, and promoting rehabilitation goals in a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, relevant experience in care, and key qualifications such as GCSE Maths and English. This role offers a base salary of £24,570 with a great benefits package and enhanced rates for unsociable hours.

Benefits

Great benefits package

Enhanced rates for unsociable hours

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people with care and rehabilitation needs.
• Competent user of IT software with quick learning ability.
• Experience in a care/rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard personal care as per rehabilitation plans.
• Support nursing care including bathing and meal assistance.
• Deliver rehabilitation support and communicate effectively.

Skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Excellent communicator

Ability to deliver care positively and respectfully

Knowledge of Data Protection Regulations

Education

GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or above

Care certificate

First aid training

Safeguarding Level 2 or 3

Job description

At STEPS Rehabilitation, our mission is to enable individuals to reach their fullest potential following catastrophic injury or illness, through expert, compassionate, and cutting-edge rehabilitation. We deliver bespoke, evidence-based therapies, led by an exceptional interdisciplinary team, to achieve the highest standards of recovery and quality of life.

We build strong partnerships with clients, their families, and external professionals from the outset ensuring rehabilitation programmes, discharge planning, communication, and support are seamless from day one.

As a nationally recognised, multi-award-winning residential centre for neurological and complex trauma rehabilitation, we welcome individuals aged 16 and over from across the UK and beyond.

Our work sets benchmarks in clinical excellence, innovation, and research in neurorehabilitation.

Main duties of the job

A message from your Head of Department: Vicki Ridgewell, Head of Nursing

Welcome to the Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) team at STEPS. You will be joining a dedicated, compassionate, and skilled team committed to supporting individuals on their journey to recovery and independence.

Our team plays a vital role in delivering person-centred care, promoting rehabilitation goals, and creating a safe and empowering environment for our clients. You will work closely with nurses, therapists, and other professionals to ensure each client receives the highest standard of support tailored to their individual needs.

What does success in this role look like?

Supporting clients to achieve meaningful progress in their rehabilitation

Demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and reliability in every interaction

Upholding the Code of Conduct for Rehabilitation Assistants (RAs)

Building trusting relationships with clients and colleagues

Supporting new and junior team members to grow and thrive within the service

We are proud of the culture weve builtone that values respect, accountability, and continuous improvement. Your contribution will be essential in helping us maintain and grow that culture.

About us

Our philosophy

We believe recovery is a truly collaborative journey, involving not only each individual but also their families and friends, who support their efforts every step of the way. We engage everyone as much as they wish in this process.

By harnessing each persons unique drive and determination, alongside our clinical expertise, unwavering care, and a blend of cutting-edge technologies, traditional therapies, and comprehensive residential rehabilitation, we strive to achieve the best possible outcomes.

We provide the tools and support individuals need to challenge themselves and push their recovery to its fullest potential, empowering them not only to recover and thrive.

Our people

We know that exceptional care begins with exceptional people. Thats why we have built a specialist interdisciplinary team, who bring not only skill and experience, but real compassion to every interaction. We employ 180+ team members in both clinical positions and in business support roles and we are proud of the culture we have established where all team members share our philosophy, values and dedication to delivering excellent client care.

Our team is united by a common purpose, dedicated to continually learning from one another, and committed to giving their utmost for those we support. We invest and nurture the development of our team, and through training, shared learning, and research, we give them the tools to grow, stay inspired, and remain at the forefront of their area of work.

Job responsibilities

This Job description is an outline which reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive list of duties the post holder will be expected to fulfil.

To provide a high standard of personal care to STEPS clients in line with their care and rehabilitation plans.

To assist with nursing care as instructed by the nursing team, including bathing, bed making, assisting with eating and drinking and helping with meals as necessary.

To provide rehabilitation support to STEPS clients in line with their rehabilitation plans, often providing a first port of call for clients needs.

To work with and support an inter-disciplinary team of nurses, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, psychology team and occupational therapists delivering care and rehabilitation

To deliver (where appropriate and asked to do so) or support delivery of rehabilitation sessions for STEPS clients.

To provide feedback to the senior team on how clients are progressing with their rehabilitation, escalating issues and concerns in accordance with STEPS Policies and Procedures.

To deliver in accordance with STEPS procedures and policies at all times

Additional duties as assigned by either the Senior Rehabilitation assistant and / or Senior Nurse on duty

Communication

To effectively communicate using a variety of styles that demonstrates the values and behaviours of STEPS.

To communicate with people clearly and in a manner and at a level and pace appropriate to their abilities, preferences and beliefs.

To develop effective relationships with patients, carers, staff, suppliers and others as from time to time may be required.

To advocate for yourself with regards to your own training and development, feeding back during supervision when you feel more training or support is required and attending support sessions available.

To interact with the team when allocating work.

To effectively support your colleagues and new starters in the RA Team in line with the STEPS values.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of working with people with care and/or rehabilitation needs (paid or voluntary)
• Competent user of a range of IT software packages and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Experience working within a care / rehabilitation setting
• Experience working with people with complex care needs
• Experience communicating with people with complex communication needs and ability to adapt accordingly
• Understanding of the CQC Regulations & The Health & Social Care Act
• Experience working in private rehabilitation
• Experience as a fire warden

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or above
• Care certificate (if not a holder of NVQ in Health and Social Care)
• First aid training
• Safeguarding Level 2 or 3
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 3 points

Skills & Attributes

• To be able to deliver care in a way which is positive, engaging, respectful, and mindful of client dignity at all times
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent communicator both written and verbal / demonstrate excellent listening skills
• Able to form key working relationships with colleagues, understand the dynamics of interdisciplinary working
• Ability to demonstrate an awareness of equality and diversity obligations when delivering care and also towards colleagues.
• Knowledge of Data Protection Regulations in the UK & client confidentiality principles

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.

£24,570 a yearGreat benefits package & enhanced rates for unsociable hours