We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work. East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000 dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services. Job overview We are committed to improving outcomes for patients, and driven by a quality improvement approach we're rethinking what's possible for patient care through a bold and forward-looking plan. We are investing in our Acute Therapy, Urgent Community Response, and Virtual Ward services. As part of our "Art of the Possible" vision, we're delivering rehabilitation and care that is: • Closer to home • Faster to access • Seamlessly coordinated • Built around our patients Our Home First and Virtual Ward models are at the heart of this transformation-enabling people to recover in their own homes with hospital-level support, surrounded by comfort, dignity, and expert care. This means: • Faster recovery and fewer hospital admissions • Truly personalised care, wherever it's needed • Greater independence and better outcomes for our communities But innovation doesn't happen without passionate people. That's why we're investing not just in services-but in you. Your Next Opportunity Starts Here We're recruiting now for talented individuals to join our expanding teams in both acute and community settings. We're looking for: • Occupational Therapists • Physiotherapists • Speech and Language Therapists • Dietitians • Registered Nurses • Support Workers across Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Dietetics & Nursin Main duties of the job Multiple roles available across Agenda for Change bandings, with flexible options to suit your lifestyle and ambitions. Why Choose ESHT? • NHS Pension Scheme • Staff discount schemes • On-site nurseries • Access to Occupational Health • Staff restaurants on acute sites • Forward-thinking, supportive teams • A real chance to shape the future of healthcare To assist registered practitioners in supporting patients with a rehabilitation programme, promoting independence and supporting active recovery. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing therapeutic care as delegated by the registered practitioner(s). To work closely with patients and their families/carers under distant supervision of the registered practitioners providing accurate feedback to the appropriate practitioner(s). Working for our organisation A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. Statement on the Use of AI We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective. Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application. We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria GCSE grade 4 or GCSE C and above Desirable criteria Level 2 functional skills or health care support worker apprenticeship / NVQ level 2 in relevant subject Level 3 apprenticeship for example senior health care support worker or similar and / or NVQ level 3 in relevant subject or equivalent level of knowledge and experience Experience Essential criteria Experience in health or social care settings such as employment, work experience volunteering or placements Desirable criteria Demonstrate the values of the NHS and commitment to personal and professional development Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. Our vision is to be: The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex. Our mission is to: Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services. Our strategic objectives are to: Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority. Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients' experiences. Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable. Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are: Safe Effective Caring Responsive and Well led Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Application numbers This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment. Documents to download Rehabilitation Support Worker - Acute Stroke (PDF, 224.6KB) Guidance for Applicants - AFC (PDF, 152.4KB)