Neuro Rehab Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 14/09/2026
- Closes
- 20/09/2026
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Role summary
This role involves supporting patients in their neuro-rehabilitation journey within community settings, including outpatients and homes. You will deliver therapy programmes under the guidance of qualified therapists, monitor patient progress, and contribute to therapy planning. The position requires strong communication skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A valid UK driving licence and access to a car for business use are essential.
Essential criteria
- GCSE or equivalent English and Maths
- Broad based educational achievement
Desirable criteria
- Care certificate
- Experience and Knowledge
- Experience working in the NHS or similar healthcare settings
- Experience working with families and carers in a supporting role
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, including the duty to protect children and vulnerable adults and actively promote their welfare.
- Experience working with individuals with cognitive, communication, or behavioural impairments
- Experience working in a rehab setting
- Experience in using alternative communication strategies (e.g., visual aids, supported conversation approaches)
- Effective communication skills - verbal and written
- Able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a busy environment
- Ability to work within agreed competency framework
- Computer literate, with the ability to use clinical systems following appropriate training
- Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, empathy, and a supportive approach to work
- Ability to motivate patients with complex needs
- Good problem-solving skills
- Personal Attributes
- Able to move supplies when needed and to bend, reach and assist in the manual handling of patients
- Punctual in a work environment
- Good interpersonal skills to work with patients, carers and colleagues
- Valid licence to drive in UK with access to a car for business use
- Interest in professional development within neuro rehabilitation
- Awareness of emerging technologies, including AI and digital tools, and the ability to apply relevant advances to support rehabilitation practice and improve patient outcomes
- Ability to motivate patients and self
- GCSE or equivalent English and Maths
- Broad based educational achievement
- Care certificate
- Experience and Knowledge
- Experience working in the NHS or similar healthcare settings
- Experience working with families and carers in a supporting role
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, including the duty to protect children and vulnerable adults and actively promote their welfare.
- Experience working with individuals with cognitive, communication, or behavioural impairments
- Experience working in a rehab setting
- Experience in using alternative communication strategies (e.g., visual aids, supported conversation approaches)
- Effective communication skills - verbal and written
- Able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a busy environment
- Ability to work within agreed competency framework
- Computer literate, with the ability to use clinical systems following appropriate training
- Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, empathy, and a supportive approach to work
- Ability to motivate patients with complex needs
- Good problem-solving skills
- Personal Attributes
- Able to move supplies when needed and to bend, reach and assist in the manual handling of patients
- Punctual in a work environment
- Good interpersonal skills to work with patients, carers and colleagues
- Valid licence to drive in UK with access to a car for business use
- Interest in professional development within neuro rehabilitation
- Awareness of emerging technologies, including AI and digital tools, and the ability to apply relevant advances to support rehabilitation practice and improve patient outcomes
- Ability to motivate patients and self
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £27,106 – £28,850 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Neuro Rehab Assistant
The closing date is 20 September 2026
Job summary
Surrey Downs Health & Care
Are you passionate about supporting people in their rehabilitation journey? Join our Integrated Stroke and Neurorehabilitation Service as a Community Neuro Rehab Assistant and make a real difference in patients' lives.
What we are looking for:
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A proactive, compassionate approach to patient support.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Essential: Car driver with a valid UK driving licence and access to a car for business use.
What you will do in this role:
- Deliver neuro-rehabilitation programmes in outpatient, home, and community settings under the guidance of qualified therapists.
- Support Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy interventions.
- Monitor patient progress and contribute to therapy planning within agreed guidelines.
What we offer:
- Be part of a supportive, dynamic team committed to patient-centred care.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Professional support and supervision from experienced specialists.
- Join a dedicated team making a difference in patients' lives.
Main duties of the job
- Support neuro-rehabilitation by implementing therapy programmes devised by the
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