Disability Support Assistant – Flexible Community Care

Sanctuary Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing support

Company-paid life insurance

Pension scheme

Flexible working options

Training and development

Inclusive culture

Annual leave 33 days

Bank holidays to 38 days

Salary sacrifice

Job summary

Sanctuary Supported Living in Leicester is seeking a compassionate Support Assistant to join a vibrant disability service at Sycamore Court, 33 Robert Hall Street, LE4 5RB. You will help people with a disability develop daily living skills, promote inclusion and work with agencies to support customers, while maintaining safety and high standards of care.

The role offers £13.15 per hour, 37.5 hours per week, and a generous benefits package including 33 days of annual leave pro rata, sick pay, a

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Proficient technology/IT skills (Microsoft Office and similar).

Responsibilities

• Provide a hands-on, high-quality support service
• Encourage customers to develop daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping and community involvement
• Promote social inclusion and help customers build confidence, resilience and self-esteem
• Work with agencies on behalf of customers, encouraging choice and acting as an advocate when needed
• Maintain a safe environment and follow relevant regulations and practices
• Caring, approachable nature
• Ability to keep accurate records and share information clearly with the team
• Excellent communication skills to build positive relationships with customers, families and agencies
• Experience working effectively as part of a team
• Positive and accepting approach to customers whatever their needs

Skills

Proficient IT skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sanctuary Supported Living in Leicester is seeking a compassionate Support Assistant to join a vibrant disability service at Sycamore Court, 33 Robert Hall Street, LE4 5RB. You will help people with a disability develop daily living skills, promote inclusion and work with agencies to support customers, while maintaining safety and high standards of care.

The role offers £13.15 per hour, 37.5 hours per week, and a generous benefits package including 33 days of annual leave pro rata, sick pay, a