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Senior Care and Support Assistant

Sanctuary Group

Bury St Edmunds

On-site

Full time

30+ days ago

Job summary

Sanctuary Supported Living seeks a Senior Care and Support Assistant to enhance independence for individuals with physical disabilities at Hilltop House, Bury St Edmunds. The role includes overseeing a team, providing personal care, and ensuring compliance with legislation. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds to provide exceptional support services.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years
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 similar roles with vulnerable people.
  • Previous supervisory experience is essential.
  • Understanding of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of Care and Support Assistants.
  • Provide personal care and support to encourage independence.
  • Safe handling of medication.

Skills

Person-centered approach
Interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Flexibility
Positive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Title: Senior Care and Support Assistant

Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, GB, IP32 7ER

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

Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living

Closing Date: [Please specify]

Requisition: 224786

Senior Care and Support Assistant

3 Hilltop House, 2 Heldhaw Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 7ER

£13.52 per hour

37.5 hours per week

Sanctuary Supported Living is recruiting for a Senior Care and Support Assistant at our CQC-registered physical disabilities service at Hilltop House, Bury St Edmunds.

We deliver a wide range of personalized housing, care, and support services to help people across England live independently.

As a not-for-profit organization, we prioritize local impact and customer-centric services.

We support our staff to make a difference daily, offering rewarding careers with comprehensive training and benefits.

Role responsibilities include:

  • Leading a team of Care and Support Assistants
  • Providing personal care and support, encouraging independence
  • Safe handling of medication
  • Building relationships with customers and external partners
  • Promoting safe practices and conducting risk assessments
  • Implementing safeguarding principles to ensure customer safety

Skills and experience required:

  • Recent experience in a similar role with vulnerable people
  • Previous supervisory experience
  • Person-centered approach, strong interpersonal skills
  • Enthusiastic, flexible, with a positive attitude
  • Organizational skills, literacy, and numeracy
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
  • Understanding of relevant legislation and best practices

Benefits:

  • Minimum 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years
  • 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: 224786

#SancSLiving

We are currently accepting applications from those eligible to work in the UK.

Internal applicants should use their internal careers account.

Applications may close early; apply promptly.

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to accessibility and will make adjustments during the application process as needed.

Building Equality and Diversity

We promote an inclusive environment, working with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. An enhanced DBS check will be required for successful applicants, paid for by us.

Sanctuary Supported Living is part of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

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