Female Rehabilitation Support Worker

Female Rehabilitation Support Workers Required

Location: Heathfield, East Sussex

Vacancy: Full-Time | Part-Time | Bank Opportunities Available

Competitive Pay & Benefits

£17.00 per hour - Weekdays

£19.00 per hour - Weekends

£23.00 per hour - Bank Holidays

£10.00 per hour Sleep-In Rate (10:00pm - 6:00am)

Paid Holiday

Pension Scheme

Enhanced DBS Paid For

Specialist Training & Ongoing Development

Clinical Supervision from Experienced Brain Injury Case Managers

24/7 On-Call Support

Shift Patterns

Day Shifts: 7:45am - 8:00pm

Sleep-In Night Shifts: 7:45pm - 8:00am (Fri – Sun available)

Flexible full-time, part-time and bank opportunities available

Additional shifts available to cover annual leave and absence

Make a Genuine Difference Every Day

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can build meaningful relationships, support rehabilitation goals, and help someone live a full and independent life?

We are seeking compassionate, reliable and motivated Female Support Workers to join a dedicated rehabilitation team supporting a gentleman with an acquired brain injury living in his own home in the Heathfield area.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop specialist skills in acquired brain injury rehabilitation, diabetes management and community-based support, whilst working alongside experienced Case Managers and other rehabilitation professionals.

Unlike many care roles, you will be supporting one individual as part of a consistent team, enabling you to build a strong working relationship and see the positive impact of your support over time.

About the Client

Our client is a positive, determined gentleman with a great sense of humour who enjoys an active lifestyle and spending time with family.

His interests include:

Going to the gym

Swimming

Woodworking

Watching films and going to the cinema

Football and Formula 1

Playing cards and completing word searches

Participating in family activities

Following an acquired brain injury, our client requires support with daily living activities, rehabilitation programmes and accessing the community. He values consistency, encouragement and support from people who share his positive outlook and can engage with his sense of humour.

Please note that cats and dogs are present in the family home.

The Role

Working as part of a specialist support team, you will provide person-centred support and rehabilitation assistance to help our client achieve his goals and maximise his independence.

Responsibilities include:

Supporting personal care and daily living activities

Meal preparation and domestic tasks

Supporting community access, appointments and social activities

Assisting with rehabilitation programmes and therapy recommendations

Supporting mobility, exercise and physical activity

Medication administration and support

Monitoring diabetes and administering insulin following training and competency assessment

Encouraging independence, confidence and participation in meaningful activities

Maintaining accurate records and communication with the wider team

Working closely with therapists, Case Managers and family members to support agreed rehabilitation goals

Full Training and Support Provided

Successful applicants will receive full induction and ongoing specialist training, including:

Acquired Brain Injury

Safeguarding

Medication Administration

Diabetes Management

Moving and Handling

Health & Safety

Rehabilitation Approaches

Record Keeping and Documentation

Regular supervision and support will be provided by experienced Brain Injury Case Managers.

Who Would Suit This Role?

This role may be particularly suitable for:

Experienced Support Workers

Rehabilitation Assistants

Healthcare Assistants

Community Support Workers

Individuals with neurological rehabilitation experience

Candidates with experience supporting people with complex health needs

People passionate about helping others achieve greater independence

Essential Requirements

Minimum one year's experience supporting individuals with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions or complex care needs

Full UK Driving Licence

Ability to travel reliably to the Heathfield area

Good written and verbal communication skills

Enhanced Adult DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Right to work in the UK

A positive, reliable and professional approach

Experience supporting individuals with diabetes, medication administration or rehabilitation programmes would be advantageous, although full training will be provided.

Female Applicants Only

This post is open to female applicants only.

This requirement is applied in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, as being female is considered a Genuine Occupational Requirement for this role due to the provision of personal care and support within a private family home.

About Head First

Head First recruits and supports specialist support workers on behalf of individuals with complex health, disability and rehabilitation needs.

Our experienced Case Managers provide ongoing clinical oversight, supervision, training and support, helping our teams deliver outstanding person-centred rehabilitation support while developing valuable specialist skills and experience

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Head First, please do not hesitate to apply