Care & Support Assistant — Flexible Hours & Development

Sanctuary Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Care and Support Assistant in Ipswich to provide essential support to individuals with learning and physical disabilities. The role includes creating care plans, delivering personal care, and promoting independence. The ideal candidate should have experience in personal care and a willingness to work towards NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care. This temporary position offers a pay rate of £12.60 per hour and various benefits including holiday entitlement and a pension scheme.

Benefits

At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years

Employer contributing pension scheme

Online discounts and rewards

Health and well-being plans

Life assurance

Flexible working opportunities

Cycle to Work savings scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience delivering personal care is desirable.
• Ability to work well both as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to the changing needs of customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to encourage customers to maximise their potential.
• Work with individuals to set out care and support plans.
• Deliver personal care and manage medication.
• Engage with customers to prevent social isolation.

Skills

Experience delivering personal care

Ability to work in a team and independently

Flexibility to adapt to changing needs

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

A community support organization is seeking a Care and Support Assistant in Ipswich to provide essential support to individuals with learning and physical disabilities. The role includes creating care plans, delivering personal care, and promoting independence. The ideal candidate should have experience in personal care and a willingness to work towards NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care. This temporary position offers a pay rate of £12.60 per hour and various benefits including holiday entitlement and a pension scheme.