Apprentice Care and Support Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Manchester; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sanctuary Supported Living is offering an Apprenticeship Care and Support Assistant role in Manchester. You will learn on the job while earning £18,720 per year, working 37.5 hours a week at Victoria House, Openshaw.

You will provide tailored support to people with disabilities, act as a Key Worker, assist with personal care and medication, and help clients live more independently. Full funded Health and Social Care qualification is included.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, caring nature and eagerness to learn
• Ability to work as part of a team and on your own when needed
• Willingness to complete a funded Health and Social Care qualification

Responsabilités

• Provide tailored support to individuals with learning and physical disabilities to promote independence
• Work one-to-one as a Key Worker developing personalised care plans
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care and medication management with training provided
• Support outings and social activities to improve wellbeing and confidence
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment following health and safety guidelines

Description du poste

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Title: Apprentice Care and Support Assistant

Location

Manchester, Lancashire, GB, M11 2LY

Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living

Closing Date: 30 November 2026

Salary: £18,720.00 per year

Requisition: 230355

Apprentice Care and Support Assistant

Victoria House, Victoria Street, Openshaw Manchester M11 2LY

£18,720.00 per year

37.5 hours per week

Imagine kickstarting your career doing work that matters, and getting paid to learn as you go. As an Apprentice Care and Support Assistant with Sanctuary Supported Living, you will make a real difference from day one by supporting people with disabilities, while working towards a free, fully funded Health and Social Care qualification.

You'll be supported by a welcoming team who value your ideas and want to see you grow. The role offers purpose and structure, giving you the chance to build confidence, develop practical skills, and support people to live more independently in their everyday lives. As a not-for-profit organization, we reinvest in our people and services, so your development comes first, with real opportunities to progress once you qualify. Here, your potential matters, and we will support you to #BeYourBest and feel genuinely valued.

Your role

• Provide tailored support to customers with learning and physical disabilities, helping them build independence and reach their potential in daily life
• Work one-to-one as a Key Worker, helping individuals create and follow personalised care and support plans that reflect their goals and needs
• Assist with daily personal care - like washing, bathing, dressing, and toileting - always ensuring each person's comfort, dignity and preferences are respected
• Assist with medication management, ensuring customers take the right medicine at the right times (with full training provided and safety protocols followed)
• Support customers to get out and about - whether it's going shopping, visiting friends, or attending appointments - you'll be the helping hand that makes these outings possible
• Help maintain a clean, comfortable living environment - you'll follow health and safety guidelines, assist with risk assessments, and make sure the service is safe and welcoming for all

You don't need to have years of experience - if you're caring, practical, and eager to learn, you can become an excellent Care and Support Assistant with us. We're looking for:

• A kind, compassionate nature - you genuinely care about people, you're patient, empathetic, and find joy in helping others live their best lives
• Able to work well on your own and