Job Description

The closing date is 8th Sep 2025

Job summary

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Inpatient Therapy Team assisting with the assessment and treatment of patients; working alongside Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Assistant Practitioners at Yeovil district Hospital.

The post holder will be supported in their own professional development with supervision and training as well as encouraged to actively participate in the development of others.

The post is appropriate for both existing Rehabilitation Assistants and those seeking a development opportunity.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.



Full details of duties can be found in the job description.



There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns.



Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

English and Maths GCSE to Grade C and above or equivalent


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Experience

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Essential

Experience of working in health or social care

Evidence of good communication skills

Experience of working within a Team

A passion for helping others

A clear understanding of the role of the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist

A good standard of literacy / English language skills, written and spoken

Able to demonstrate use of initiative and be able to be flexible and adaptable to the demands of the job


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Desirable

Comprehensive experience working as a rehabilitation assistant or experience within the rehabilitation setting

Knowledge of equipment and aids

Comprehensive knowledge of working within the acute care setting

Experience of working with people with communication difficulties and cognitive difficulties

Evidence of supporting the development of others

Please see Person Spec for comprehensive details of requirements


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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.


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For help with your application, contact:

Graham Ball


Graham.ball@somersetft.nhs.uk


07342051339


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Pay scheme

Agenda for Change


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Band

Band 3


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Salary

24625.00 to 25674.00 Yearly
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Contract

Permanent


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Working pattern

Part-Time, Full-Time


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Reference number

184-OL-PU-2783


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Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT