Rehabilitation Assistant - Therapies in Guildford

Location: Farnham, Surrey

Salary: £28,032 per annum (WTE based on 37.5 hours per week)

Application Deadline: Sunday, February 22, 2026

Job Summary

The role supports high‑quality rehabilitative palliative care for patients of Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice. The successful applicant will be an integral member of the physiotherapy and occupational therapy teams and the wider multi‑disciplinary team. They will work in any of our settings across both sites as well in patient’s homes, community venues and on the in‑patient unit. They will work with patients living with advanced disease or a terminal illness, their carers and their families. The role will work one‑to‑one and with groups of patients. Moving and handling of patients and equipment is part of the role and training will be provided. The successful applicant will use a range of interventions to enable a patient to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to actively manage their condition and maximise their ability to engage in activities that are meaningful to them. This will empower patients to live fully and enjoy the best quality of life possible according to their preferences, needs and choices.

If you would like to feel part of a welcoming and committed team, benefit from strong peer and managerial support, and want to develop your skills and knowledge with excellent training and education opportunities, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About You:

• A level 3 qualification in Health or Social Care or equivalent.
• An interest or experience in palliative care.
• Committed to person‑centred, high‑quality, rehabilitative palliative care for patients, their relatives, and carers.
• Experience in, and commitment to working as, part of an effective multi‑disciplinary team.
• Well‑developed communication skills.
• A current driving licence, access to a car that can be used for work purposes with business insurance (or be prepared to get business insurance).
• Good information technology skills across a range of platforms.
• Good organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Self‑aware and resilient.
• Skills required to work with groups of patients and carers.

For a full list of essential requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification document.

About Us:

We are based in Farnham and Guildford, and provide bespoke, compassionate palliative and end‑of‑life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness, across West Surrey and North‑East Hampshire. Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special place to work. Our staff make a real difference to the lives of our patients and their loved ones, providing outstanding care at a time that really matters. Our Therapies staff are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services, ensuring ‘every day is precious’ for our patients.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core. We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.

We Offer:

• Excellent Benefits
• Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Continuation of NHS Pension or Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
• Clinical Supervision
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Benefit Scheme
• Blue Light Discount Card
• Excellent Career Development
• Access to learning and professional development opportunities (we have an on‑site education team)
• Professional Growth
• Upskilling
• Diverse Training Courses
• A Great Place to Work
• Equal Opportunities employer
• Flexible hours and flexible working
• Supportive colleagues
• Clinical supervision and support

For further information regarding the role or to arrange an informal visit please contact Ruth Hale, Physiotherapist Team Lead or Kirsten Holt, Occupational Therapy Team Lead. If you are unable to apply on‑line or have any questions about the recruitment process, contact HR.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Sunday 22nd February 2026

Interviews to be held: Thursday 5th March 2026

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.