Care and Support Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Canterbury; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the health and social care sector is seeking a Care and Support Assistant. This role involves providing personalized care and support to individuals with learning and physical disabilities, promoting their independence and well-being. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives while supporting your career development through training and various benefits.

Benefits

At least 25 days holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Online discounts and rewards

Health and well-being plans

Life assurance

Flexible working options

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care (desirable).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to encourage customers with disabilities.
• Following care plans and documenting care notes.
• Assisting customers with daily activities.

Skills

Kind and caring nature

Excellent organizational skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Department: Health and Social Care (Qualified and Non-Qualified)

Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living

Closing Date: [Insert closing date]

Requisition: 224704

Care and Support Assistant

26a The Oaks & 26b The Willow, Sussex Avenue, Kent CT1 1RT

£13.23 per hour

37.5 hours per week

Sanctuary Supported Living is recruiting a Care and Support Assistant at Sussex Avenue, Kent.

We deliver personalised housing, care, and support services across England to help people live independently.

We are a national, not-for-profit organization committed to putting our customers first and supporting their pathways to independence.

Your work, whether delivering support directly or supporting our frontline teams, makes a difference every day.

Joining us is rewarding and offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives. We also support your career development through training and benefits.

Role responsibilities include:

1. Providing support to encourage customers with learning and physical disabilities to maximize independence.
2. Key working with individuals to develop care and support plans.
3. Following care plans and documenting care notes.
4. Providing high-quality, personalized care, including personal care and medication management.
5. Assisting customers with daily activities like washing and dressing.
6. Supporting community activities, visits, and appointments.
7. Promoting social engagement to prevent isolation.
8. Ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
9. Undertaking risk assessments and promoting safety practices.

Skills and experience required:

1. Experience in personal care (desirable).
2. Kind and caring nature.
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Flexibility and adaptability to customer needs.
5. Excellent organizational skills.
6. NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it (desirable).

Benefits include:

• At least 25 days holiday, rising to 30 after 5 years, plus public holidays.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Online discounts and rewards.
• Health and well-being plans.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible working options.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities.

Job Reference: 224704

We only accept applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

If applying internally, use your internal careers account.

Applications may close early due to volume; apply promptly.

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds and making adjustments to support applicants with disabilities.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group promotes diversity and inclusion, working with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. An enhanced DBS check is required for successful applicants, paid for by us. Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited are exempt charities.