JCR Support Worker

Job Description

Join the Joint Community Rehabilitation service as a Support Worker. You will help older adults regain independence after injury or illness, providing personal care, assisting with therapy exercises, and giving emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Support a varied group of clients across the local community.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Provide support with therapy exercises to improve mobility and confidence.
• Offer emotional support to help clients gain independence.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to converse at ease with people and their advocates.
• Patience, understanding, and a supportive attitude when providing care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel.

Working Hours & Salary

Permanent contracts ranging from 6 to 30 hours per week; apprenticeship contracts available. Salary is £26,824 to £27,254 per annum pro-rata (equivalent to £13.90–£14.13 per hour). Working shifts are between 7 am and 10 pm, including weekends and bank holidays.

Benefits & Development

• Comprehensive training and career progression opportunities.
• Apprenticeship training ranging from entry level to degree level.
• Strong peer and managerial support.
• Access to a pension and annual leave package.
• Eligible for the ESCC Refer a Friend scheme.
• Enhanced DBS check and ability to request reasonable adjustments for disability.

Application Details

Contact Shirley Hutchison, Deputy DPS Manager, at shirley.hutchison@eastsussex.gov.uk for an informal discussion. Interviews will be held at Ward B, Bexhill Hospital, within 2 weeks of the closing date.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…