Rehabilitation Assistant — Palliative Care (Community & Inpatient)

NHS; Farnham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Farnham is looking for a full-time Rehabilitation Assistant to support high-quality rehabilitative palliative care. This role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to assist patients in developing skills and confidence. Applicants should have a Level 3 in Health or Social Care and a strong commitment to person-centred care, with effective communication skills to engage with patients and their families. The position offers flexible hours and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays

Continuation of NHS Pension

Health Cash Plan Scheme

Access to learning and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in health or social care is desirable.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary team is beneficial.
• Ability to understand and support diverse patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Support rehabilitative palliative care for patients.
• Assist with patients' functional abilities and goal setting.
• Drive and use own car for community work.

Skills

Understanding of palliative care

Commitment to person-centred care

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 in Health or Social Care

GCSE level or equivalent including English

Tools

Electronic Patient Records

IT skills including Word and Excel

Job description

A healthcare provider in Farnham is looking for a full-time Rehabilitation Assistant to support high-quality rehabilitative palliative care. This role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to assist patients in developing skills and confidence. Applicants should have a Level 3 in Health or Social Care and a strong commitment to person-centred care, with effective communication skills to engage with patients and their families. The position offers flexible hours and professional development opportunities.