Support Assistant

at  Sanctuary Group

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

• A caring, approachable nature and a confident ‘can-do’ attitude
• Ability to keep accurate records and clearly communicate relevant information to team members
• Excellent communication skills to build positive relationships with customers, families, and internal and external agencies
• Experience of working as a member of a team
• A positive and accepting approach to customers whatever their needs
• Level 2 NVQ Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards

• Providing a high quality, hands-on support service
• Encouraging customers to develop their daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping and being a part of their community
• Encouraging social inclusion and helping customers to build their confidence, resilience, and self-esteem
• Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies on behalf of the customers and actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as an advocate when required
• Maintaining a safe environment for customers, providing support in accordance with relevant regulations, procedures, and practices