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Stroke Support Worker \n We are looking for an empathetic, adaptable individual, experienced in person centred support to work with stroke survivors and their loved ones on the stroke ward in Doncaster Royal Infirmary. \n Position: 000029 Stroke Support Worker \n Location: Homebased, Doncaster, South Yorkshire. However, travel will be required twice weekly to Doncaster Royal Infirmary as part of this role (and occasional wider travel may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) \n Hours: 21 - 28 hours per week with a minimum of 21 hours. The exact weekly hours (up to 28) will be agreed with the successful candidate \n Salary: £17,000 – £22,600 per annum depending on hours (FTE circa £28,340.58) \n Contract: 12 month fixed term contract \n Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Health Cash Plan, flexible working opportunities available. \n Closing Date: Sunday 9 August 2026 \n Interview Date: Provisionally 19 August 2026 \n The Role \n This work is part of a project (the Integrated Offer), exploring the needs and ongoing connection for people affected by stroke in hospital and beyond. \n The role will involve delivering person-centred stroke support in the hospital setting, while working with the Integrated Offer team to test and implement new approaches. The areas we aim to deliver and test are: \n\n • Deliver person centred conversations with people affected by stroke on the acute ward.\n, • Following an initial conversation, test how people affected by stroke connect with the Association next, and what they connect to.\n, • Explore how to increase connection with those who are not present on the ward at the same time as us.\n\n (note- we may test some or all the above) \n To support flexible delivery and testing, you'll also develop your skills by providing phone support to people affected by stroke. \n The role includes working in Doncaster Royal Infirmary starting with twice weekly visits, for 3 hours per session. These sessions can be any time after 11am. The length, timing and cadence of the sessions may need to adjust as this is a test and we will be led by what works for the hospital and people affected by stroke. \n Occasional overnight stays may be required. \n About You \n Key skills/experience: \n\n • Experience of communicating directly with people affected by stroke, either on the phone or face to face.\n, • Experienced in person centred support Emotional intelligence and good judgement skills\n, • Effective listening skills with the ability to communicate clearly at a time where emotions may be heightened.\n, • High levels of emotional resilience to handle complex situations whilst working in a hospital environment.\n, • Ability to embrace the principles of coaching and reflective practice to drive continuous improvement.\n\n To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. \n Applications \n You will be asked to submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please also state your availability, and the hours you would like to discuss. \n If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement, and in the main body of your email when applying for the role. \n You will be able to view the role profile when you apply. \n Finding strength through support \n The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. \n They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. \n It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. \n The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. \n The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. \n A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. \n You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Ca