Neuro Rehabilitation Assistant

The CNRT deliver patient-centred MDT neuro-rehabilitation to patients with neurological diagnosis across Plymouth, South Hams and West Devon. We are a passionate MDT consistent of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, specialist nurses, speech and language therapists, neuro-rehab practitioners, neuro-rehab assistants, neuropsychology, neuro-rehab medicine and administrative team. We are driven to help patients maintain their independence and quality of life by delivery patient goal-based rehabilitation programmes.

You will contribute in the delivery of rehabilitation under guidance from registered professionals to support patients achievement. This will be achieved through implementing a variety of therapeutic interventions and practise of activity of daily living depending on patient's needs.

You will provide support and supervision in all aspects of rehabilitation to patients. The delivery of rehab is delivered in a variety of settings including CNRT outpatients and gym ld Hospital or within community setting or patients home.(this may include, 1-1, group sessions or joint working with colleagues).

You will work with all patients referred into the service with a variety of neurological conditions such as Stroke, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injuries. You will support running of the department including admin responsibilities and infection control measures.

Work as a neuro rehab assistant in outpatient and community-based rehabilitation assistant and undertake an active role in planning, co-ordination, delivery, and evaluation patients' neuro rehabilitation.

Follow care plans from registered staff for occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy and nursing interventions to support the rehabilitation of patients.

To assist in the provision of a flexible based therapeutic activity programme as part of the service provision to patients using the service.

Liaise with members of the MDT and wider services both internally and externally where necessary.

Facilitate individual activities for specified patients working within risk management guidelines, which includes working alone for periods of time under the guidance of a registered professional.

Contribute to audits to support evidence-based practice and research projects to enhance clinical practice.

Have awareness of and follow the Health and Safety at work act, local and national guidelines, policies and procedures.

Participate in all mandatory or role specific training.

Assist in collection and maintenance of statistical data this could be in the form of therapeutic outcome measures, stroke data and operational requirements (e.g. audit).

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.

We may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline.

All staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across

Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values,kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, inshaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the righttime and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

5.1 Responsibility for People Management

Be involved in the continued development of the neuro rehabilitation assistant role

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff or students

Receive line management support and supervision

5.2 Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources

The post holder will have no direct responsibility for finances; however, they will adhere to the relevant trust policies on financial issues

To be aware of, and adhere to, the correct procedures for ordering, maintaining and using materials and equipment as directed by…