Rehabilitation Support Worker - Surrey Downs H&C

NHS; Epsom; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Epsom is seeking a Rehabilitation Support Worker to join their Recovery At Home team. This role involves providing care and rehabilitation support in a community setting, facilitating hospital discharges and preventing admissions. The ideal candidate will be dynamic and passionate about patient-centered care, with opportunities for part-time shifts available.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring roles and healthcare assistance.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary team roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical and therapeutic care as per care plan.
• Support patients in activities of daily living.
• Provide health education tailored to clinical needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Core clinical competency skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 in health-related study

Job description

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Rehabilitation Support Worker - Surrey Downs H&C

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Job summary

Surrey Downs Health & Care

The Rehabilitation Support Worker role will function as part of the new and exciting Recovery At Home team by providing care, support and rehabilitation within a community setting to facilitate discharges from hospital or prevent admission. The post holder will undertake delegated tasks following a care plan and report to the Team Lead. Support will be provided to develop skills and abilities to work with this client group effectively.

We seek dynamic, caring individuals to play a key role in our Discharge to Assess services in Surrey Downs. Candidates should have excellent organizational and time management skills and be passionate about delivering holistic, patient-centered care. This role offers an opportunity for proactive individuals eager to advance their careers within a forward-thinking team.

Part-time opportunities are available for morning shift applicants.

Main duties of the job

Support the 'Home First' approach, advocating for patients to be supported at home for ongoing assessments, reducing unnecessary hospital stays which impact outcomes negatively. The @home service spans organizational boundaries, providing rapid, short-term health and care support to prevent emergency hospital admissions and support safe discharge, working closely with health and social care services. The Recovery AtHome team will be integral to Discharge to Assess, offering timely care and support for hospital discharge and subsequent assessment. The service operates from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week, requiring flexible staffing.

About us

Surrey Downs Health and Care delivers community-based care through Primary Care Networks, Community Hospitals, Specialist Services, and NHS partnerships. We are committed to person-centered care that transcends organizational boundaries to serve individual needs better. Our partnerships include GP federations, CSH Surrey, and Epsom and St Helier's University Hospitals NHS Trust. Our goal is to ensure local people receive the right care in the right environment, improving access and quality of care through collaborative expertise.

Job responsibilities

Main Responsibilities and Duties

• Deliver clinical and therapeutic care as per care plan.
• Perform patient assessments under supervision and delegation.
• Refer to and coordinate with other professionals as needed.
• Provide clear handovers to team members.
• Act as a link worker for specific roles (e.g., tissue viability, infection control).
• Provide health education tailored to clinical needs.
• Support patients in activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
• Recognize and respond to physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs, including end-of-life care considerations.
• Use risk assessment tools to ensure safety.
• Perform clinical skills such as vital signs measurement, blood tests, medication administration, and personal care.
• Report adverse signs and incidents promptly.
• Maintain a safe and suitable clinical environment.
• Utilize IT systems for documentation and data collection.
• Provide evidence-based rehabilitation and care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation adhering to professional standards.
• Act professionally, respecting privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Identify personal development needs and participate in appraisals.
• Support team leaders in implementing changes and managing complaints or incidents.
• Model best practices and advocate for patients and staff.

Clerical Duties

• Share responsibility for the smooth running of the service.
• Handle communication via phone and email courteously.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation processes.
• Participate in supervision, training, and performance reviews.

Job Dimensions

• Work across different sites as needed.
• Perform additional duties consistent with the role.
• Follow organizational policies and mandatory training requirements.

Communication and Working Relationships

• Participate actively in team meetings and service development initiatives.
• Engage in performance and learning opportunities.
• Promote equality and respect for diverse backgrounds.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in written, verbal, and numeric skills.
• NVQ Level 3 in health-related study or equivalent experience.
• Experience in clerical work.

Experience

• Experience in caring roles and healthcare assistance.
• Experience across multiple healthcare specialties.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary team roles.

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

• Understanding of patient care delivery.
• Core clinical competency skills.
• Initiative and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills in various formats.

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work under supervision as part of a team.
• Practical task performance skills.
• Flexibility.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to seek and accept advice.
• Commitment to high standards of care.
• Car owner/driver with business insurance.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check due to the nature of work with vulnerable populations.

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Salary: £29,176 to £30,225 per year, pro-rata, including outer HCAS.