Support Assistant - Empower People & Build Skills

Sanctuary Group; Sheffield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services organization in Sheffield is looking for a Support Assistant to provide hands-on support for customers with mental health needs. You'll encourage social inclusion and help develop daily living skills while maintaining a safe environment. Required qualifications include a caring nature and communication skills. The role offers generous benefits including 25+ days of holiday, pension contributions, and various wellbeing plans.

Benefits

25+ days paid holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Health and wellbeing plans

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• A caring, approachable nature and a confident ‘can‑do’ attitude.
• Ability to keep accurate records and clearly communicate relevant information.
• Excellent communication skills to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for customers with mental health needs.
• Encourage social inclusion and build customers' confidence.
• Work with agencies on behalf of customers.

Skills

Caring and approachable nature

Excellent communication skills

Ability to keep accurate records

Experience working in a team

Positive attitude towards diverse needs

Education

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

Job description

A leading support services organization in Sheffield is looking for a Support Assistant to provide hands-on support for customers with mental health needs. You'll encourage social inclusion and help develop daily living skills while maintaining a safe environment. Required qualifications include a caring nature and communication skills. The role offers generous benefits including 25+ days of holiday, pension contributions, and various wellbeing plans.