Stroke Support Worker

Position Details

Stroke Support Worker (Homebased, Doncaster, South Yorkshire).

Role:
Deliver person‑centred support to stroke survivors on the acute ward and via phone.

Hours:

21–28 hrs per week (minimum 21 hrs, up to 28 hrs), with twice‑weekly on‑site visits of 3 hrs each. Travel to Doncaster Royal Infirmary is required; occasional overnight stays may be required.

Salary: £17,000–£22,600 per annum (based on hours; FTE £28,340.58).

Contract:

12‑month fixed term.

Benefits: 25 days annual leave (up to 30 days for full‑time equivalent), bank holidays, cashback & discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning & development, pension scheme, life assurance, eye care vouchers, long‑service award, health cash plan, flexible working opportunities.

• Deliver person‑centred conversations with stroke survivors on the acute ward.
• Assist survivors in connecting with the Association’s services and exploring further support options.
• Provide phone support to stroke survivors when out of the hospital.
• Co‑operate with the Integrated Offer team to test and implement new approaches to care.
• Adapt session length, timing, and cadence based on hospital workflow and patient needs.
• Attend occasional overnight stays as required.

• Experience communicating directly with stroke survivors, either face‑to‑face or by phone.
• Strong person‑centred support background.
• High emotional intelligence and good judgement, especially in emotionally charged situations.
• Excellent listening skills and clear communication.
• Resilience to handle complex situations in a hospital environment.
• Comfortable with coaching and reflective practice to drive continuous improvement.

• Resident of the UK with right to work.

The organisation is an equal opportunity employer and a Disability Confident employer, committed to providing reasonable adjustments and flexible working arrangements.

The posting is open until 9 August 2026, with provisional interviews on 19 August 2026.