About the Role
We are seeking a self-motivated individual with an interest in the treatment of patients with neuro-disability. The ideal candidates will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, and have relevant experience of working with people with disabilities. Good self-organisational and time management skills, together with an understanding of the purpose of rehabilitation are key requirements of the roles. Working closely with Occupational Therapists and the Multi-Disciplinary Team members, your role will involve assisting within an allocated clinical activities and administrative tasks as directed. There are opportunities on the Brain Injury Service. We offer the opportunity to contribute to the continuing development of our services for individuals with complex disabilities. Self-development is encouraged through supportive teamwork, training opportunities and regular supervision.
Responsibilities
- Assisting within allocated clinical activities and administrative tasks as directed.
Requirements
- English GCSE grade 4 or above, or equivalent.
- Basic understanding of communication difficulties in brain injury and stroke and the impact upon the patient.
- Experience of working with people with a disability either in health, social or educational setting.
- Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to cope effectively in difficult situations.
- Ability to organise work and manage time effectively and independently.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with patient, multi-disciplinary team and with other professionals.
- Competent IT skills.
- Right to Work in the UK.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Self-organisational skills
- Time management skills
- IT skills
Location
- Putney, Southwest London
Work Type
- Full time
Experience Level
- Relevant experience of working with people with disabilities
Education Level
- English GCSE grade 4 or above, or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- £28,939- £30,688
Benefits
- Generous Annual Leave entitlement
- Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support
- Free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club
- Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early
- Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts
- Wellbeing networks (Pride, Women's, Race Equality)
- Heritage events
- Free on-site parking
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Tech purchase support scheme
- Blue Light Card discounts
About the Company
- The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.
- Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway—from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care—for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families.
- Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.
- The RHN is an independent hospital and medical charity.
- We care for people who have brain injuries and require assessment and intensive rehabilitation for conditions such as Stroke, TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury), Huntington’s disease etc.
- We help those with the most complex of health needs and disabilities including degenerative or progressive conditions as well as providing palliative care.
- The patients we support usually have complex physical challenges alongside their neuro-disability.
- RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk.
- The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.
- We strive to empower our residents and patients to live their lives to the fullest through the delivery of outstanding care, clinical expertise and world leading research.
- Our care provision spans the entire pathway from post-acute rehabilitation services to end of life care.
Equal Opportunity
- RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential.
- We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.
- We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
