Location: South Ockendon - RM15
Job type: Part-time/ Flexible Hours/ Contract
Salary: From £14 an hour plus holiday pay, travel allowance and mileage
Closing Date: Monday 4th August 2025
Contact name: Claire Harris & Bel McLellan
Ref Code: CP0725
*IMMEDIATE START - SUBJECT TO DBS AND REFERENCES*
Are you a person who likes to help other people?
Are you looking to expand your practical experience?
If you answered Yes to these questions you might be interested in joining us.
We are looking for somebody to work with a brain injured person (Client) who is about to undertake one of our rehabilitation programs.
HOW IT WORKS
|reach| are responsible for providing rehabilitation for clients who have suffered an acquired brain injury, typically from a car accident or work place injury. The rehabilitation program takes place in the client’s home and local community. Your role is to encourage the client to work on the tasks and goals identified by an Neuro-Occupational Therapist which will help the client improve their quality of life.
HOURS
These will build gradually over the first 4 weeks to 4 x 2 hour sessions a week. Occasionally, a session may be held virtually if schedules don’t align.
SALARY
From £14.00 per hour plus holiday pay of 12.07%, and travel allowance
DUTIES
- To help restore the client to the best possible quality of life in the areas covered by a rehabilitation plan.
- The activities will vary widely from client to client. Typical activities are teaching memory strategies, relearning household tasks, rediscovering leisure activities or preparing to return to work.
- Comply with the precise specifications set-out by the plan.
- Keep daily records.
- Maintain absolute confidentiality.
A background working with people with a disability, in a care setting, in clinical, sports or vocational rehabilitation, or in education is desirable, however people with the right aptitude to assist other people in a professional way will be considered – your work will be supervised and guided on a weekly basis by a Neuro-Occupational Therapist (virtually or in person) who designs the rehabilitation program and will deliver the goals of the program on a 1:1 basis with the client.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Able to work well with people, individually and in a team.
- Positive approach to managing challenging situations.
- Clear and accurate written communication for clinical note-keeping.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and environments.
- Strong Motivational Skills needed to encourage client to meet their full potential.
- Full driving license and access to a personal vehicle.
DESIRABLE SKILLS
- Proven experience or background in one-to-one support or care settings
- Previous experience or knowledge of working with a client with a brain injury
- Experience working with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to prioritise.
- Able to use initiative.
- Clear and confident verbal communication.
- Effective time management and organisational skills.
If you haven’t heard back from us within 10 days of the closing date (Monday 4th August 2025) then unfortunately we have not progressed your application any further. Please send your CV and supporting statement to bel@reachpersonalinjury.com & claire@reachpersonalinjury.com quoting our reference CP0725.
**Due to the high volume of applications, a supporting statement explaining why you are suited to the role is required. Applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.**
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: From £14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 4 – 8 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Will you you be able to commute to South Ockendon - RM15
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 04/08/2025
Reference ID: CP0725