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The Vacancy
Are you passionate about supporting people to live well through personalised care and rehabilitation?
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Rehabilitation Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team, supporting patients across our In-Patient Unit, Community Services, and Living Well Centre. This role is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a values-led hospice, helping people to maintain independence and quality of life at every stage of their journey.
As a key part of our team, you will:
Deliver one-to-one and group rehabilitation support under the guidance of a qualified therapist.
Promote independence through personalised activity and mobility programmes.
Support patients with daily living tasks and exercise plans in a compassionate and empowering way.
Work with families and carers to build confidence and understanding in rehabilitative approaches.
Help patients and carers navigate equipment needs and safe usage at home.
Contribute to holistic, multidisciplinary care planning across the hospice.
This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with a passion for helping others, strong communication skills, and an interest in rehabilitation within palliative care.
Job Details:
Location: St Peter & St James Hospice, BN8 4ED
Salary: Band 3
Working Hours: Part-time hours, 30 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 per annum, FTE
Closing date: We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications are received, so early applications are encouraged. Interviews taking place on Thursday 24th April
Key Responsibilities:
Support patients in achieving their individual rehabilitation goals.
Assist with physiotherapy programmes and exercises, including breathlessness management, transfer practice, and walking sessions.
Provide emotional support and encouragement to patients and carers.
Carry out home visits and environmental risk assessments.
Contribute to group sessions in the Living Well Centre.
Maintain accurate patient records, outcome measures, and risk assessments.
Work collaboratively with nurses, medical staff, supportive care, and volunteers.
Champion patient independence and self-management strategies.
What We’re Looking For:
To thrive in this role, you will have:
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent experience in a therapy, care, or hospice setting.
Knowledge of care or rehabilitation environments.
Understanding of the physiotherapy role and palliative rehabilitation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage your own caseload.
Strong record-keeping and computer skills (System One, Microsoft Office).
A positive, proactive and compassionate approach.
Desirable (but not essential):
Previous experience in a Band 3 rehab/therapy assistant role.
Experience working in group sessions.
Own vehicle for community visits.
Why Join Us?
Work in a supportive, inclusive environment where compassion and care are at the heart of everything we do.
Make a meaningful difference in people’s lives every day.
Develop your skills within a collaborative and values-driven team.
Be part of an organisation that truly values your contribution and wellbeing.
We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.
You can view the full job description at the bottom of the role page on our website.
If you have any questions or would like to chat informally about the role, please contact Katie at kdimelow@stpjhospice.org.
St Peter & St James Hospice is a leading provider of specialist palliative and end of life care for our Mid-Sussex community.
People affected by life-limiting illness are central to everything we do and it is our mission to ensure they receive the best possible care, in the right place, at the right time.
Our services are free of charge can be accessed at home, in a care setting, or at the Hospice in North Chailey.
We achieve our goals through the organisation’s talented people, by attracting, retaining and developing a highly skilled, diverse and engaged workforce.
Over 150 employees and 400 volunteers work in a variety of roles across our Clinical Services, Retail and Support Functions. If you're looking to put your skills to use in an organisation that makes a difference for its local community and values Compassion, Integrity, Accountability, Excellence and Inclusivity then click 'Apply Now'!
The Benefits
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The Values
We are creative and fearless in our work.
We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.
27 days holiday
Company sick pay scheme
Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
Monthly occupational health clinics
Leadership development programme
20% discount in our charity shops
Our people
"I worked in Housekeeping, then on the In-Patient Unit and am now in the Community Team undertaking a degree supported by the Hospice."
"It's the people we work with and the community we serve that make it such a special place."
"I've been here for nearly 25 years and continue to enjoy supporting our patients, their loved ones and carers both at home and at the hospice."
"If you have the appetite to develop your skills, you are encouraged and empowered to learn and grow within the organisation."
"Being a part of someone’s end of life care and supporting their loved ones through their grieving process is a real privilege."
"Working here, I've learnt that the smallest actions can create the biggest changes in people's lives."
Our people are our strength. We value diversity and inclusion so encourage applications from everyone, regardless of race, national origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability or age.
Please ensure you have your own means of transport as the hospice is not accessible by bus and is located on a main road without public footpath. Our precise location can be found here: https://stpjhospice.org/contact-us/
If you have any questions about this vacancy or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please contact us on hr@stpjhospice.org.
Please note we may shortlist and interview candidates as applications are received. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory results from pre-employment checks (right to work, references, Occupational Health, and DBS if applicable).
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St Peter & St James Hospice
North Common Road, North Chailey, Lewes, BN8 4ED
Tel: 01444 471 598
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