Job summary Are you a caring, dynamic, and motivated person interested in working to support patients in their own home? Then we have the job for you We are looking for a Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Intermediate Care team, which is part of Responsive Services team in First Community Health and Care. The Rehabilitation Assistants work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, other Rehabilitation Assistants and Administrative Staff. The Intermediate Care team provides short term care packages and rehabilitation to patients who have recently been discharged from hospital or those at risk of being admitted to hospital. The post of Rehabilitation Assistant involves providing care visits and rehabilitation in the patients own home under the direction or our nurses and therapists. Due to nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to drive and have access to a car suitable for business use. The use of public transport to complete this role is not possible due to the area that we cover. All staff undertake an induction programme. At First Community, training and development opportunities are supported through an annual appraisal process and in-house training. The service operates from 08:00-20:00 7 days a week, 365 days a year, the post holder will be expected to work on a rota basis. If you would like to discuss the role or have any questions please contact Thomas Kenny or Katie Fox on 01737 775475. Main duties of the job Central to this role are: An interest in working in rehabilitation of patients in the home setting to improve patients independence and achieve their goals Experience of working autonomously and as part of a team Must be able to manage time effectively A willingness to undertake competencies to enhance skills in the role. You must be a car driver and have access to a car About us Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 staff survey results) First Community is a staff owned social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people, First-rate value. First Community is a great place to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension, flexible retirement options and various employee benefits. Please talk to us before applying or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the role. At First Community we welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments. Sustainability is integral to First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target. Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year 5% HCAS per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number B9078-FCSR998-1 Job locations First Community Health & Care Kings Mill Lane Redhill RH1 5JY Job description Job responsibilities The post holder is responsible for working under the direction of the nurses and therapists. They work within the multidisciplinary team, promoting independence by providing support and care in the community setting. The post holder will carry out delegated tasks given by the physiotherapist, occupational therapist and the nursing team. The service operates 8am to 8pm seven days a week. When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under supporting documents. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder is responsible for working under the direction of the nurses and therapists. They work within the multidisciplinary team, promoting independence by providing support and care in the community setting. The post holder will carry out delegated tasks given by the physiotherapist, occupational therapist and the nursing team. The service operates 8am to 8pm seven days a week. When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under supporting documents. Person Specification Skills Essential Good communication skills and interpersonal skills, including an ability to build rapport and establish good one to one relationships Ability to organise own time efficiently Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to maintain a positive team-working relationship by relationship by valuing the contributions of other team members, understands others needs, using flexible approach, handling conflict positively in an open and constructive manner. Able to work independently following spoken or written instructions. Knowledge Essential Good written communication skills and an ability to maintain accurate, clear records Other Essential Willingness to learn new skills to adapt positively to changes in working practice and patterns. Able to work flexibly in order to provide personal care and support Valid licence to drive in UK with access to a car for business use. Experience Essential Previous nursing experience or experience of caring for someone who was elderly, disabled or ill, not necessarily in paid employment Qualifications Essential Good general knowledge and education to GCSE standard. NVQ levels 1 & 2 or equivalent in health and social care Desirable NVQ 3 or studying towards CQF diploma level 3 in clinical health care support Person Specification Skills Essential Good communication skills and interpersonal skills, including an ability to build rapport and establish good one to one relationships Ability to organise own time efficiently Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to maintain a positive team-working relationship by relationship by valuing the contributions of other team members, understands others needs, using flexible approach, handling conflict positively in an open and constructive manner. Able to work independently following spoken or written instructions. Knowledge Essential Good written communication skills and an ability to maintain accurate, clear records Other Essential Willingness to learn new skills to adapt positively to changes in working practice and patterns. Able to work flexibly in order to provide personal care and support Valid licence to drive in UK with access to a car for business use. Experience Essential Previous nursing experience or experience of caring for someone who was elderly, disabled or ill, not necessarily in paid employment Qualifications Essential Good general knowledge and education to GCSE standard. NVQ levels 1 & 2 or equivalent in health and social care Desirable NVQ 3 or studying towards CQF diploma level 3 in clinical health care support 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 details Employer name First Community Health and Care Address First Community Health & Care Kings Mill Lane Redhill RH1 5JY Employer's website https://www.firstcommunityhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)