About this role
Job summary
Please confirm which role you are applying for in your application form -Role 1) 35 hours per week & Role 2) 28 hours per week
Were hiring: Rehabilitation & Wellbeing Assistant Join our compassionate, person-centred team
Would you like to be part of a team that really makes a difference?
What were offering:
A rewarding role within a supportive and friendly team
Opportunities to develop skills in rehabilitation, wellbeing and palliative care
Varied work across inpatient, outpatient and group settings
Ongoing training, learning and peer support
The chance to be part of a service that values creativity, compassion and person-centred care
What were looking for:
Someone with experience in healthcare, rehabilitation or wellbeing support
A compassionate and positive approach to supporting others
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Someone who is proactive, adaptable and confident working with people with complex needs
Experience in hospice or palliative care is helpful but not essential
Sound like a good fit?
Wed love to hear from you. Come and bring your skills to a team where youll be valued, supported and inspired every day.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
We reserve the right to close this job advertisement early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. To avoid disappointment, we encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.
Thank you for your understanding.
Main duties of the job
Were looking for a Rehabilitation & Wellbeing Assistant who is caring, motivated and ready for a role thats both varied and rewarding. If you enjoy supporting people to stay active, independent and connected, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. Youll support patients across our inpatient unit, outpatient services and wellbeing programmes, working closely with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Youll help deliver rehabilitation programmes, therapeutic activities and wellbeing groups that support physical, emotional and social wellbeing. Most importantly, youll have the time to build meaningful relationships and make a genuine difference to people and families during an important stage of life.
About us
At Community Hospice, were a well-respected local charity providing high-quality care for people living with a terminal illness. Our Rehabilitation and Wellbeing Team plays an important role in helping people live as well as possible, for as long as possible.
Job description Job responsibilities
Supporting rehabilitation and clinical care
Deliver therapeutic interventions (1:1 and group-based) as guided by Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists
Support patients to maximise their quality of life and independence in the areas that matter to them, for example their mobility, daily activities and function
Assist with safe transfers, mobility and use of rehabilitation equipment and aids
Implement and progress exercise and rehabilitation programmes, with support from therapists, including for complex needs
Support people to manage symptoms such as fatigue or breathlessness, helping them stay as active and comfortable as possible.
Assist with assessments using delegated tools and outcome measures
Monitor and report changes in patients physical, emotional and cognitive wellbeing
Work as part of a Multidisciplinary Team and feed back relevant details to appropriate staff
Supporting patients on the inpatient unit
Work proactively to support and raise the profile of rehabilitation, activity and wellbeing services on the ward
Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group sessions at the bedside or in shared spaces
Support with personal care where required, maintaining dignity at all times
Enable patients to take part in meaningful activities aligned to their goals and preferences
Support patients and families with engagement, emotional wellbeing and orientation
Escalate concerns appropriately and contribute to handovers
Be a point of contact for external providers for wellbeing activities on the ward, such as Pet Therapy or Music Therapy
Delivering groups and wellbeing programmes
Plan, coordinate and deliver structured therapeutic groups and wellbeing programmes
Facilitate groups such as exercise/rehabilitation and symptom management, under the guidance of therapists
Design and deliver innovative and inclusive activities that enhance wellbeing
Ensure activities are accessible, culturally sensitive and promote connection and identity
Contribute to hospice-wide events and engagement initiatives
Working with others
Communicate effectively with patients, families, carers and colleagues, including in sensitive situations
Adapt communication to meet individual needs (e.g. cognitive or sensory impairment)
Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and community partners
Build links with external organisations and activity providers
Support and guide volunteers involved in rehabilitation and wellbeing activities
Supporting service delivery
Maintain accurate and timely clinical and activity records, including electronic systems
Support scheduling of appointments, groups and activities
Assist with equipment and resource management
Contribute to audit, data collection and service evaluation
Support reporting on engagement and outcomes
Raise the profile of the rehabilitation and wellbeing service, including sharing stories with patients permission
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience working in a healthcare, rehabilitation or wellbeing setting Experience supporting people with complex or long-term conditions Experience with therapeutic manual handling
Desirable
Experience in palliative or hospice care Experience working on an inpatient unit Experience supporting people with dementia or cognitive impairment
Qualifications Essential
NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
Desirable
Additional training in rehabilitation, therapy support or wellbeing activities
Skills, Knowledge and abilities Essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to deliver treatment programmes as prescribed by therapists Ability to plan, prioritise and manage workload Basic IT skills and accurate record keeping Understanding of person-centred care and goal setting Understanding of palliative rehabilitation
Desirable
Knowledge of symptom management approaches (e.g. fatigue, breathlessness) Experience facilitating therapeutic or wellbeing groups Awareness of holistic and palliative care approaches
Aptitude, Personal Characteristics Essential
Compassionate, empathetic and patient-focused Motivated, proactive and able to use initiative Professional, reliable and adaptable Ability to engage, motivate and support individuals and groups Commitment to dignity, inclusion and person-centred care
Desirable
Creative approach to activity design and delivery Confidence working in emotionally sensitive situations
Other Requirements Essential
Ability to work flexibly across hospice services Commitment to ongoing learning and development Understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries
Desirable
Full driving licence and willingness to travel (if community work included) Experience working with volunteers or community organisations
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 Community Hospice
Address Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice
185 Bostall Hill
London
SE2 0GB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://communityhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)