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Brain Injury Support Worker / Rehabilitation Assistant

Heathfield, East Sussex (TN21)

17.00 Weekdays | 19.00 Weekends | 21.00 Bank Holidays - Gross per Hour

Full-time, Part-time & Bank Shifts Available

Are you an experienced Support Worker or Rehabilitation Assistant with a passion for helping others live life to the fullest? We're looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated female support workers to join a friendly, long-standing care team supporting a gentleman with a brain injury in Heathfield, East Sussex.

The Role:

You'll support "Jack," a 52-year-old family man, at home and in the community. Jack sustained a traumatic brain injury and complex physical injuries 6 years ago. He's a wheelchair user, Type 1 Diabetic, and requires structured, step-by-step support to live a full, independent life. He enjoys movies, gardening, gym, swimming, carpentry, and spending time with his family. Your role will include personal care, mobility support, rehabilitation assistance, community outings, and encouraging Jack's independence and routine.

Shifts Available:

Day Shifts: 7.45am - 8.00pm Sleep-in Night Shifts: 7.45pm - 8.00am Flexible shifts Monday to Sunday - we'll work around your availability.

Pay Rates (Gross):

17.00 per hour - Weekdays 19.00 per hour - Weekends 21.00 per hour - Bank Holidays

What We're Looking For:

Experience supporting individuals with a brain injury or neurological condition (e.g., stroke, spinal injury) Experience with manual handling and community-based care Confident, friendly, and proactive with a great sense of humour A female applicant (as permitted under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010) A driver with your own car - essential due to rural location Willingness to use Jack's automatic WAV vehicle during shifts Comfortable around pets - the family has a cat and a dog

Why Join Jack's Team?

Highly rewarding work in a supportive environment Full induction and ongoing training Work with a close-knit team committed to high-quality care A varied and active role - no two days are the same Excellent experience for those with a background in health, rehabilitation, or complex care

Start Date

: Negotiable

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