South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Rehab Support Worker
The closing date is 01 July 2026
We are looking for a Rehabilitation Support Worker to join our specialist, multi‑disciplinary team offering a specially tailored programme for service users with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). The FiND Service operates a 2‑day‑per‑week programme (two cohorts: Mon‑Tue and Thu‑Fri) lasting 3–8 weeks. The role involves delivering a blend of psychological, physical and occupational rehabilitation under the guidance of therapists, including individualised self‑management sessions, physiotherapy support, and educational group presentations.
Main Duties of the Job
- Develop therapeutic relationships with service users.
- Collaborate with the Physiotherapist to provide consistent physiotherapy interventions.
- Deliver self‑management sessions in collaboration with the assistant psychologist under the supervision of the Physiotherapist and CBT Therapist.
- Deliver educational group presentations on topics relevant to FND.
- Organise and run group intervention sessions such as gardening groups and physiotherapy workshops.
- Complete community‑based sessions as directed (e.g., outdoor mobility rehab sessions, community visits).
- Join team meetings and contribute ideas, observations and reflections.
- Liaise with other staff and agencies as required.
- Assist with collecting outcome measures and other relevant data.
- Collaborate with admin staff to complete departmental administration, including ordering food for patients.
- Comply with risk assessments, identify risks/risky behaviour, and alert appropriate staff.
- Complete necessary clinical documentation in accordance with Trust and professional guidelines.
- Maintain regular cleaning of Physiotherapy equipment in line with Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines.
About Us
You will work day‑to‑day as part of a dedicated team based at Wakefield House on the grounds of the Bethlem Royal Hospital. The team includes a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, a Physiotherapist, an Assistant Psychologist, a Rehab Support Worker, a Service Administrator, and a dedicated Consultant Neuropsychiatrist. The wider Neuropsychiatry Service provides outpatient and inpatient care across multiple sites in South London.
Job Responsibilities (Key)
- Develop therapeutic relationships with service users with a diagnosis of FND.
- Forge and maintain good working relationships with day programme staff and wider trust staff.
- Collaborate with the Physiotherapist to provide consistent physiotherapy interventions, often without direct supervision.
- Deliver self‑management sessions in collaboration with the assistant psychologist, supervised by the Physiotherapist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist.
- Deliver educational group presentations on topics relevant to FND.
- Organise and run group intervention sessions such as gardening groups and physiotherapy workshops.
- Complete community‑based sessions (e.g., outdoor mobility rehabilitation, community visits) following unit protocols regarding lone‑working and community leave.
- Join team meetings (morning handover, reflective meetings) and proactively contribute ideas, observations and reflections.
- Liaise with other staff and agencies involved in the care of the service user.
- Assist with collecting outcome measures and other relevant data.
- Collaborate with admin staff to complete departmental administration as required (e.g., ordering food for patients).
- Comply with risk assessments when working with service users, identify risks, and report incidents to the multi‑professional team.
- Maintain the dignity of service users and uphold confidentiality at all times.
- Work effectively in clinical situations that may be emotionally demanding.
- Complete necessary clinical documentation in accordance with Trust and professional guidelines.
- Engage in personal and professional development through supervision and training.
- Work within competence and seek guidance when unsure.
- Plan and prioritise own workload following guidance from the supervising Physiotherapist.
- Maintain equipment and facilities, including cleaning of Physiotherapy equipment.
- Co‑operate with management to meet legal duties and report hazardous situations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Good general education (minimum GCSE Maths and English grade A–C).
- 2:1 Honours Degree in Psychology or equivalent.
Experience
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
- Experience of working with diverse presentations and complex needs.
- Experience in a rehabilitation setting and knowledge of the rehabilitation process.
- Experience in a psychology setting.
- Experience working alongside Physiotherapists.
- Experience with clients with interpersonal difficulties.
- Experience working within a multi‑disciplinary team.
Knowledge / Skills
- Excellent communication skills, including written documentation.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to form positive relationships with service users and their families.
- Experience disseminating education or knowledge through presentations.
- Experience communicating with clients with cognitive or communication difficulties.
Attitude and Approach
- Understanding of confidentiality issues.
- Non‑judgemental and professional attitude.
- Compassionate, empathetic and professional attitude.
- Proactive commitment to continuing professional development.
- Interest in both physiotherapy and psychology.
- Understanding of the importance of supervision.
Other
- Ability to work on own initiative and problem‑solve under distant supervision.
- Recognise and work within own competence level.
- Follow policies and procedures.
- Travel effectively within the geographical area.
- Assist with practical tasks that promote rehabilitation (e.g., manual handling, escorting clients in the community).
- Awareness of relevant services/resources.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous convictions.
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
£30,630 to £32,346 a year, inclusive of outer HCAs
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