• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0405?language=en&page=149&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are expanding our Intermediate Care Team who deliver Ward Therapy, Discharge to Assess, Urgent Community Response and Virtual wards and are looking for Rehabilitation Assistants to join our supportive multidisciplinary teams across Dorset.

  As a Rehabilitation Assistant, you will provide support to adult patients in their own homes, Care homes , and on the Ward. You will promote independence and improve quality of life by supporting patients to be discharged safely from hospital to the most appropriate environment . You will work with a team of Therapists and Nurses to set goals and assist patients to regain their independence.

  You will provide admin support to help ensure the efficient day to day running of the service. Strong communication skills and confident decision-making are a must for this role. You will be joining a motivated, caring and compassionate team.

  The Rehabilitation Assistant role is a full time post. Hours covered by this role are 0830-1630 Monday to Friday at this time . However, this may be subject to change following consultation as the needs of the service demand.

  Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

  For further queries, please contact sheena.dennis@nhs.net

  Main duties of the job

  Providing rehab based care to people in their own home or on the ward , will include a degree of personal care in the short term.

  Completing supervised assessments of mobility, equipment and function

  Monitoring deteriorating patients with support from clinicians including taking and recording Basic observations (Blood pressure ,temp, heart rate)

  Providing admin support to the team .

  Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

  About us

  At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

  We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

  Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

  Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

  Details

  Date posted

  22 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 3

  Salary

  £24,625 to £25,674 a year p.a.

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  152-C045.25

  Job locations

  Bridport Community Hospital

  Hospital lane

  Bridport

  DT6 5DR

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Person Specification

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

  Essential

  • NVQ care level 2/3 or willing to work towards
  • Skills to manage challenging situations
  • Good organisational skills/decision making

  JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

  Essential

  • Experience working in Health or social care setting
  • Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice
  • Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

  Desirable

  • Experience of working in the community
  • Previous experience of rehab of elderly/adults

  FINANCE/RESOURCES

  Essential

  • Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment

  INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

  Desirable

  • Able to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

  PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

  Essential

  • Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
  • Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills.
  • Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities.
  • Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required.
  • Demonstrable ability of using tact and diplomacy
  • Ability to work autonomously if required
  • Willing to work flexibly and proactively with the team, including weekend and bank holiday working
  • Good time management skills

  BUSINESS TRAVEL

  Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

  Person Specification

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

  Essential

  • NVQ care level 2/3 or willing to work towards
  • Skills to manage challenging situations
  • Good organisational skills/decision making

  JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

  Essential

  • Experience working in Health or social care setting
  • Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice
  • Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

  Desirable

  • Experience of working in the community
  • Previous experience of rehab of elderly/adults

  FINANCE/RESOURCES

  Essential

  • Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment

  INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

  Desirable

  • Able to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

  PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

  Essential

  • Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
  • Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills.
  • Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities.
  • Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required.
  • Demonstrable ability of using tact and diplomacy
  • Ability to work autonomously if required
  • Willing to work flexibly and proactively with the team, including weekend and bank holiday working
  • Good time management skills

  BUSINESS TRAVEL

  Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

  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

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Bridport Community Hospital

  Hospital lane

  Bridport

  DT6 5DR

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Bridport Community Hospital

  Hospital lane

  Bridport

  DT6 5DR

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

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