Rehabilitation Assistant in Sheffield

At STEPS Rehabilitation, our mission is to enable individuals to reach their fullest potential following catastrophic injury or illness, through expert, compassionate, and cutting-edge rehabilitation. We deliver bespoke, evidence-based therapies, led by an exceptional interdisciplinary team, to achieve the highest standards of recovery and quality of life. We build strong partnerships with clients, their families, and external professionals from the outset ensuring rehabilitation programmes, discharge planning, communication, and support are seamless from day one.

As a nationally recognised, multi-award-winning residential centre for neurological and complex trauma rehabilitation, we welcome individuals aged 16 and over from across the UK and beyond. Our work sets benchmarks in clinical excellence, innovation, and research in neurorehabilitation.

Welcome to the Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) team at STEPS. You will be joining a dedicated, compassionate, and skilled team committed to supporting individuals on their journey to recovery and independence. Our team plays a vital role in delivering person-centred care, promoting rehabilitation goals, and creating a safe and empowering environment for our clients. You will work closely with nurses, therapists, and other professionals to ensure each client receives the highest standard of support tailored to their individual needs.

Main duties of the job:

• Supporting clients to achieve meaningful progress in their rehabilitation.
• Demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and reliability in every interaction.
• Upholding the Code of Conduct for Rehabilitation Assistants (RAs).
• Building trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Supporting new and junior team members to grow and thrive within the service.

We are proud of the culture we have built—one that values respect, accountability, and continuous improvement. Your contribution will be essential in helping us maintain and grow that culture.

About us:

Our philosophy is that recovery is a truly collaborative journey, involving not only each individual but also their families and friends, who support their efforts every step of the way. By harnessing each person's unique drive and determination, alongside our clinical expertise, unwavering care, and a blend of cutting-edge technologies, traditional therapies, and comprehensive residential rehabilitation, we strive to achieve the best possible outcomes.

We provide the tools and support individuals need to challenge themselves and push their recovery to its fullest potential, empowering them not only to recover and thrive.

Job responsibilities:

• To provide a high standard of personal care to STEPS clients in line with their care and rehabilitation plans.
• To assist with nursing care as instructed by the nursing team, including bathing, bed making, assisting with eating and drinking and helping with meals as necessary.
• To provide rehabilitation support to STEPS clients in line with their rehabilitation plans, often providing a first port of call for clients' needs.
• To work with and support an inter-disciplinary team of nurses, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, psychology team and occupational therapists delivering care and rehabilitation.
• To deliver (where appropriate and asked to do so) or support delivery of rehabilitation sessions for STEPS clients.
• To provide feedback to the senior team on how clients are progressing with their rehabilitation, escalating issues and concerns in accordance with STEPS Policies and Procedures.
• To deliver in accordance with STEPS procedures and policies at all times.

Communication:

• To effectively communicate using a variety of styles that demonstrates the values and behaviours of STEPS.
• To communicate with people clearly and in a manner and at a level and pace appropriate to their abilities, preferences and beliefs.
• To develop effective relationships with patients, carers, staff, suppliers and others as from time to time may be required.
• To advocate for yourself with regards to your own training and development, feeding back during supervision when you feel more training or support is required and attending support sessions available.
• To interact with the team when allocating work.
• To effectively support your colleagues and new starters in the RA Team in line with the STEPS values.

Person Specification:

• Experience of working with people with care and/or rehabilitation needs (paid or voluntary).
• Competent user of a range of IT software packages and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience working within a care / rehabilitation setting.
• Experience working with people with complex care needs.
• Experience communicating with people with complex communication needs and ability to adapt accordingly.
• Understanding of the CQC Regulations & The Health & Social Care Act.
• Experience working in private rehabilitation.
• Experience as a fire warden.

Qualifications:

• GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or above.
• Care certificate (if not a holder of NVQ in Health and Social Care).
• First aid training.
• Safeguarding Level 2 or 3.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 3 points.

Skills & Attributes:

• To be able to deliver care in a way which is positive, engaging, respectful, and mindful of client dignity at all times.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communicator both written and verbal / demonstrate excellent listening skills.
• Able to form key working relationships with colleagues, understand the dynamics of interdisciplinary working.
• Ability to demonstrate an awareness of equality and diversity obligations when delivering care and also towards colleagues.
• Knowledge of Data Protection Regulations in the UK & client confidentiality principles.

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.

£24,570 a year. Great benefits package & enhanced rates for unsociable hours.