Rehabilitation Support Worker – Manchester City Centre
Our high-functioning client who sustained a traumatic brain injury in 2015 is looking to recruit additional staff to complement their existing team; no personal care is required. We are looking for two or three staff members to support our 27-year-old client living in the centre of Manchester. We are specifically looking for applicants with a degree in Occupational Therapy, Psychology, or another related field, and applications would be accepted from those currently studying towards these.
Our client is very independent, currently studying for a Master’s in Fine Art. They are looking for someone to provide support to attend gigs, art exhibitions and other events. They would also like to increase their confidence in social situations and with organising their week, ensuring all relevant tasks are completed. Some flexibility for evening activities may be required to assist with covering additional shifts. We are looking for those with an interest in brain injury; experience is desirable, but not essential, as full training and supervision will be provided.
Engaging our client and developing a positive therapeutic relationship will be crucial. We are seeking those with a positive personality and approach to promoting independence and improving our client’s life skills. Our creative client paints, plays several instruments and frequently attends gigs in Manchester and the surrounding areas. They will require your support to attend these, including planning events and travelling to and from the venues. Activities are scheduled in advance but the flexibility to extend or amend your shift times occasionally is essential.
The interview process will consist of a video conference formal interview and an informal in-person meeting with our client.
Rates of Pay:
- £14.50 /hr weekday rate (8am – 8pm)
- £15.00 /hr evening (8pm onwards)
- £15.00 /hr weekend rate
- £29.00 /hr Bank Holiday rate
- £30.00 /hr Bank Holiday (8pm onwards)
- £12.71/hr Sleep in rate (11pm-7am)
Essential criteria:
- Motor insurance including business cover or the ability to add this to current policy (reasonable costs reimbursed)
- Ability to work the shifts required & flexibility to meet the client’s needs
- Punctuality & excellent timekeeping
- Full, clean driving licence
- Excellent communication skills, verbal & written
- Patience and a positive, non-judgemental, open-minded attitude
- IT literacy (Emails, Microsoft Word)
Preferable criteria:
- Degree or working towards a degree in occupational therapy, psychology or related field
- Experience of social care delivery
- Experience of brain injury & dysexecutive syndrome
- Interest in music
Link Case Management Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our clients and we will regularly provide training and undertake screening of all applicants and employees.
Call 0161-445-5500 or email recruitment@linkcm.co.uk for an application pack & quoting Ref: LCM124-26
Closing Date: Tuesday 28th July 2026