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. I’m 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’, I’m 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 client’s 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