Therapy Assistant / Rehabilitation Support Worker

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.
Im 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, Im 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 clients 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.
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