Therapy Assistant / Rehabilitation Support Worker

1. Above the industry average for pay; Mileage rate – 45p per mile.
2. 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.
3. Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team; Bespoke client induction and training; Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager.

Therapy Assistant / Rehabilitation Support Worker (Ref: RB12)

Position: Permanent

Location: Swansea

Hours per week: 18 hours per week (Potential for additional hours to cover weekends/overnights) 

Working pattern: To be agreed - A degree of flexibility will be required.

Core Hours: shifts after school (Potential for further hours during school holidays). 

Pay: £16 per hour

Closing date: 13th May 2024

(Please note, we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)    

I am looking for an enthusiastic, fun, patient and reliable Therapy Assistant/Rehabilitation Support Worker to help me engage in the activities I love and to become more independent. You will need to be calm and patient under pressure and be able to apply a consistent approach.

I’m 16 but sustained a brain injury as a baby. As a result of my injuries, I have complex behavioural, cognitive and physical needs. 

I am described by the people who know me best as ‘loving, happy, determined, cheeky and caring’, I’m sociable and friendly with a great sense of humour. I need a little help with personal care but in the main I would like support to help me after school so I can enjoy social and leisure activities, engage in therapy and further develop my life skills for the future.  I like to be active and busy, enjoying cycling, swimming and skiing as well as gaming. 

To join me as a Therapy Assistant/Rehabilitation Support Worker you will need: -

• Ability to drive with use of a car.
• Willing to drive client’s car.
• Experience of working with children.

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

(This role would be an excellent opportunity for a therapy student or psychology graduate)

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