Care & Support Assistant | Flexible Hours & 33 Days Leave

Sanctuary Group; Lowestoft; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ annual leave pro rata

Occupational sick pay

Contributory pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave arrangements

Company-funded training

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Exclusive retail discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Supported Living in Lowestoft is hiring a Care and Support Assistant to help people with disabilities live independently. Based at Clover Court, Clapham Road South, NR32 1RB, you will provide compassionate, personalised care and assist with daily tasks, including medication management and community access.

The role is not-for-profit, offering extensive leave, sick pay, and a contributory pension. You’ll be part of a supportive team with training, flexible working, and an inclusive

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it.

Responsibilities

• Support customers with learning and physical disabilities to build independence and reach their potential.
• Work as a key worker to help individuals create and follow care and support plans.
• Provide personalised care, including personal care and safe medication management.
• Assist customers with daily routines such as getting up, washed and dressed.
• Support customers to access the community, including shops, cafés, friends and appointments.
• Promote a positive culture by engaging with customers and reducing social isolation.
• Help maintain a clean and comfortable environment and follow safe practices.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Strong organisational skills

Flexible and adaptable

Proficient IT skills (Microsoft Office

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sanctuary Supported Living in Lowestoft is hiring a Care and Support Assistant to help people with disabilities live independently. Based at Clover Court, Clapham Road South, NR32 1RB, you will provide compassionate, personalised care and assist with daily tasks, including medication management and community access.

The role is not-for-profit, offering extensive leave, sick pay, and a contributory pension. You’ll be part of a supportive team with training, flexible working, and an inclusive