As a Rehabilitation Assistant at STEPS Rehabilitation, you will play a vital role as part of our interdisciplinary team, working closely with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, neuropsychologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

You will assist in delivering high-quality therapeutic care in line with clients’ rehabilitation plans while supporting their independence and recovery journey. Whether aiding them in personal care, daily activities, supporting therapy sessions, or encouraging them to engage in social and additional activities, you will be crucial part of their stay at STEPS Rehabilitation.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Supporting clients with their morning routines, including personal care, so they are ready for their therapy sessions.
  • Assisting physiotherapists in gym and hydrotherapy sessions, providing hands-on support to help clients achieve their rehabilitation goals.
  • Carrying out therapeutic activities such as functional electrical stimulation (FES), sensory programmes, voice exercises, and walking practice.
  • Supporting group activities as part of the 24-hour rehabilitation approach, including art group, music groups, gardening, baking, and film club.
  • Encouraging social engagement and participation in evening activities such as quizzes, film nights, and special events.
  • Acting as a key communicator between clients, therapists, nurses, family members, and other staff to ensure continuity of care.

Due to the experience that you will gain as a rehabilitation assistant, this role offers an excellent foundation for individuals interested in progressing in healthcare careers such as:

  • Physiotherapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Speech and Language Therapy
  • Psychology
  • Nursing

Why Work at STEPS?

STEPS Rehabilitation is a state-of-the-art facility in Sheffield, providing intensive and ongoing rehabilitation for individuals recovering from brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, strokes, and complex trauma. We foster a non-clinical, welcoming environment where our STEPS team and clients work together to achieve life-changing outcomes.

Hear from Our Rehabilitation Assistants

While no two days are the same at STEPS Rehabilitation, here’s what some of our team members say about their experiences:

Molly: “I was attracted to the role because of the chance to work as part of a big interdisciplinary team and be able to work alongside staff with lots of experience in an area I was not very familiar with. The role also felt like a good way into a career path in psychology which I am interested in.”

Lucy: “I wanted a career change, something not at a desk and was interested in learning more about rehabilitation… STEPS came across as somewhere that excelled in its area and really made a difference so that was very attractive in terms of wanting to work here - both in terms of wanting to be in a fulfilling role, and as a chance to learn more.”

You can read more about Molly’s and Lucy’s roles at STEPS Rehabilitation here.

Join Us

If you’re passionate about rehabilitation and eager to build a career in healthcare, STEPS Rehabilitation is the ideal place to start.

Apply today: Care & Rehabilitation Assistant