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Brain Injury Support Worker

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Heathfield £17 - £21/hour Permanent Full Time Posted 12 Jun 2026
Brain Injury Support Worker / Rehabilitation Assistant – Heathfield, East Sussex (TN21)
 
£17.00 Weekdays | £19.00 Weekends | £21.00 Bank Holidays – Gross per Hour
Full-time, Part-time & Bank Shifts Available
 
Are you an experienced Support Worker or Rehabilitation Assistant with a passion for helping others live life to the fullest? We’re looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated female support workers to join a friendly, long-standing care team supporting a gentleman with a brain injury in Heathfield, East Sussex.
 
The Role:
 
You’ll support “Jack,” a 54-year-old family man, at home and in the community. Jack sustained a traumatic brain injury and complex physical injuries 7 years ago. He’s a wheelchair user, Type 1 Diabetic, and requires structured, step-by-step support to live a full, independent life. He enjoys movies, gardening, gym, swimming, carpentry, and spending time with his family. Your role will include personal care, mobility support, rehabilitation assistance, community outings, and encouraging Jack’s independence and routine.
 
Shifts Available:

Day Shifts: 7.45am – 8.00pm
Sleep-in Night Shifts: 7.45pm – 8.00am
Flexible shifts Monday to Sunday 
 
Pay Rates (Gross):

£17.00 per hour – Weekdays
£19.00 per hour – Weekends
£21.00 per hour – Bank Holidays
 
What We’re Looking For:

Experience supporting individuals with a brain injury or neurological condition (e.g., stroke, spinal injury)
Experience with manual handling and community-based care
Confident, friendly, and proactive with a great sense of humour
A female applicant (as permitted under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010)
A driver with your own car – essential due to rural location
Willingness to use Jack’s automatic WAV vehicle during shifts
Comfortable around pets – the family has two dogs
 
Why Join Jack’s Team?

Highly rewarding work in a supportive environment
Full induction and ongoing training
Work with a close-knit team committed to high-quality care
A varied and active role – no two days are the same
Excellent experience for those with a background in health, rehabilitation, or complex care
 
Start Date: Negotiable
 
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