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Harlington Hospice Association Ltd

Rehabilitation Assistant

The closing date is 16 January 2026

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Job summary

At Harlington Hospice, we provide compassionate, person-centred end-of-life care to patients and their families through our Inpatient Unit, Michael Sobell House, and community-based palliative care services. Every member of our team is united by a shared purpose: to offer dignity, respect, and unwavering support during one of lifes most challenging moments.

If youre someone who thrives in a busy environment, has a meticulous eye for detail and enjoys being the go-to person when it comes to keeping things running smoothly, wed love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Rehabilitation Assistant to join our Rehabilitation Team, providing specialist care for palliative patients. The main focus is helping patients to achieve their goal; maximise their mobility and function. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in improving patients' quality of life through expert assessment, treatment, and education.

You will work autonomously and as part of a supportive team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care both for in-patients and outpatients in our growing Wellbeing. You will lead a Wellbeing exercise program and guide patients with their personalised exercises.

About us

Access to additional in- and out-house support; teaching and training, as appropriate.

A friendly and experienced team committed to high-quality patient care.

NHS pension scheme/Competitive pension (depending on employer type).

Access to employee well-being resources.

Details

Date posted

09 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,485 a year Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0064-26-0000

Job locations

Michael Sobell House

Mount Vernon Hospital

Northwood

Middlesex

HA62RN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Rehabilitation Assistant

Location: Michael Sobell House

Job Type: Full time 37.5 hours per week

Salary: Band 4

Reports to: Physiotherapy Lead

ABOUT US

At Harlington Hospice, we provide compassionate, person-centred end-of-life care to patients and their families through our Inpatient Unit, Michael Sobell House, and community-based palliative care services. Every member of our team shares a common purpose: to offer dignity, respect, and unwavering support during one of lifes most challenging moments.

If you thrive in a busy environment, have a meticulous eye for detail, and enjoys being the go-to person for keeping things running smoothly, wed love to hear from you!

OUR VALUES

Collaborative

Responsive

Thoughtful

Courageous

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Rehabilitation Team, providing specialist care for palliative patients. The main focus of this role is to help patients achieve their goals and maximise their mobility and function. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in improving patients' quality of life through expert assessment, treatment, and education.

You will work both autonomously and as part of a supportive team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care for in-patients and outpatients in our growing Wellbeing service. You will lead a Wellbeing exercise programme and guide patients through their personalised exercises plan.

Key Responsibilities

Provide clinical and administrative support to the Rehabilitation Team in delivering palliative rehabilitation.

Carry out moving and handling assessments, including prescribing and ongoing evaluation of equipment.

Maintain accurate patient record in accordance with policies.

Empower patients through self-management strategies and education.

Collaborate with equipment suppliers, GPs, community nurses, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals to arrange smooth and safe discharges when needed, and order appropriate equipment. Support service development and participate in group sessions and staff training

Deliver breathlessness, fatigue, and anxiety management classes and sessions.

Assessing and provide mobility aids; ensure patients receive relevant information and support.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Physiotherapy Lead

Patients, families/carers

IPU staff nurses, HCAs, Matron

IPU doctors

MHS volunteers, admin staff and fundraising staff

Acute and community NHS services and social services

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Mobility and falls prevention

Breathlessness

Anxiety management

Fatigue Management

Equipment

Palliative Rehab (OT/PT)

Discharge

Wellbeing Services

Education and training

Communication

Professional Responsibilities

Information Technology

Organisational/Administrative

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Rehabilitation Assistant

Location: Michael Sobell House

Job Type: Full time 37.5 hours per week

Salary: Band 4

Reports to: Physiotherapy Lead

ABOUT US

At Harlington Hospice, we provide compassionate, person-centred end-of-life care to patients and their families through our Inpatient Unit, Michael Sobell House, and community-based palliative care services. Every member of our team shares a common purpose: to offer dignity, respect, and unwavering support during one of lifes most challenging moments.

If you thrive in a busy environment, have a meticulous eye for detail, and enjoys being the go-to person for keeping things running smoothly, wed love to hear from you!

OUR VALUES

Collaborative

Responsive

Thoughtful

Courageous

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Rehabilitation Team, providing specialist care for palliative patients. The main focus of this role is to help patients achieve their goals and maximise their mobility and function. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in improving patients' quality of life through expert assessment, treatment, and education.

You will work both autonomously and as part of a supportive team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care for in-patients and outpatients in our growing Wellbeing service. You will lead a Wellbeing exercise programme and guide patients through their personalised exercises plan.

Key Responsibilities

Provide clinical and administrative support to the Rehabilitation Team in delivering palliative rehabilitation.

Carry out moving and handling assessments, including prescribing and ongoing evaluation of equipment.

Maintain accurate patient record in accordance with policies.

Empower patients through self-management strategies and education.

Collaborate with equipment suppliers, GPs, community nurses, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals to arrange smooth and safe discharges when needed, and order appropriate equipment. Support service development and participate in group sessions and staff training

Deliver breathlessness, fatigue, and anxiety management classes and sessions.

Assessing and provide mobility aids; ensure patients receive relevant information and support.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Physiotherapy Lead

Patients, families/carers

IPU staff nurses, HCAs, Matron

IPU doctors

MHS volunteers, admin staff and fundraising staff

Acute and community NHS services and social services

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Mobility and falls prevention

Breathlessness

Anxiety management

Fatigue Management

Equipment

Palliative Rehab (OT/PT)

Discharge

Wellbeing Services

Education and training

Communication

Professional Responsibilities

Information Technology

Organisational/Administrative

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a Health Care Setting
  • Experience of Multidisciplinary Team working
  • Experience of working directly with patients providing care or treatment interventions
  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to clinical area Knowledge of Moving and Handling guidelines

Desirable

  • Evidence of working at Band 4 level within the NHS
  • Previous experience working with Oncology/Palliative Care patients Experience supporting with administrative tasks

Qualifications

Essential

  • 5 GCSE level passes at C or above, including English and mathematics (or equivalent) Or NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a Health Care Setting
  • Experience of Multidisciplinary Team working
  • Experience of working directly with patients providing care or treatment interventions
  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to clinical area Knowledge of Moving and Handling guidelines

Desirable

  • Evidence of working at Band 4 level within the NHS
  • Previous experience working with Oncology/Palliative Care patients Experience supporting with administrative tasks

Qualifications

Essential

  • 5 GCSE level passes at C or above, including English and mathematics (or equivalent) Or NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Harlington Hospice Association Ltd

Address

Michael Sobell House

Mount Vernon Hospital

Northwood

Middlesex

HA62RN


Employer's website

https://www.harlingtonhospice.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Harlington Hospice Association Ltd

Address

Michael Sobell House

Mount Vernon Hospital

Northwood

Middlesex

HA62RN


Employer's website

https://www.harlingtonhospice.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Carol Weston

cweston@harlingtonhospice.org

02081069201

Details

Date posted

09 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,485 a year Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0064-26-0000

Job locations

Michael Sobell House

Mount Vernon Hospital

Northwood

Middlesex

HA62RN


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