Job Description
Bank Support Assistant
Norton Road, Stockton-on-Tees
£10.00
Hours as and when required - shifts will include 8am - 5.30pm, 10.30am - 8pm, 12.30pm - 10pm and 10pm to 8am
Do you need flexibility in the days you work? Our bank roles (sometimes referred to as "relief roles" in other companies) mean that you will be able to choose from available shifts and have the benefits of a consistent workplace combined with opportunity to build positive relationships with the individuals we support. However you aren't guaranteed shifts every week as hours are worked as and when required.
We are seeking a friendly and compassionate Bank Support Assistant to join our team. Norton Road comprises two buildings: one with six two-bedroom flats, and one with five one-bedroom flats, 7 studio flats and a crash pad. We provide supported housing for young people and adults aged 16 and over, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
If you want to make a positive impact to people's lives, this is a rewarding opportunity to come and work within an established and experienced team.
Read more about Norton Road here
The role of Bank Support Assistant will include:
Providing a high quality, hands on, personalised care and support service
Supporting residents to build the confidence they need to gain further independence
Encouraging residents to develop their daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning and being an active part of the community
Working with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve the best outcome for our residents
Maintaining a safe environment for residents, providing support in accordance with relevant regulations, procedures and practices
Skills and experiences:
Experience of working with vulnerable people is desirable, as is an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in care
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to be assertive will be key to your success
You will be empathetic and non-judgmental with a positive, 'can-do' attitude
Excellent interpersonal, organisational, listening and time management skills
Ability to prioritise and organise workload
Why work for Sanctuary Supported Living?
We support vulnerable people to live as independently as possible, by building their confidence and skills to realise their potential.
We are a national organisation but we think locally. We support people through supported housing, move-on accommodation, CQC registered services, floating support and telecare services. We specialise in services for young people, homeless families and individuals, people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, people with mental health needs and older people.
Ready to join Sanctuary Supported Living?
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, we offer you access to a range of great employee benefits and the opportunity to develop and progress within your career. Benefits include:
Health and well-being plans
A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
A wide range of learning and development opportunities
£10.00 per hour effective from 1st January 2022
We are proud to support the Department of Health and Social Care's 'Made with Care' campaign to encourage more people to apply to work in adult social care. If you're considering a caring career, we have many rewarding roles at Sanctuary Supported Living. For more information on the campaign click here
Read the full job profile here
Closing Date: 13 December 2021
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
For an insight into what it's like to work for Sanctuary Supported Living, take a look at our Twitter feed or search #LifeatSanctuary
Building Equality and Diversity
Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.
Norton Road, Stockton-on-Tees
£10.00
Hours as and when required - shifts will include 8am - 5.30pm, 10.30am - 8pm, 12.30pm - 10pm and 10pm to 8am
Do you need flexibility in the days you work? Our bank roles (sometimes referred to as "relief roles" in other companies) mean that you will be able to choose from available shifts and have the benefits of a consistent workplace combined with opportunity to build positive relationships with the individuals we support. However you aren't guaranteed shifts every week as hours are worked as and when required.
We are seeking a friendly and compassionate Bank Support Assistant to join our team. Norton Road comprises two buildings: one with six two-bedroom flats, and one with five one-bedroom flats, 7 studio flats and a crash pad. We provide supported housing for young people and adults aged 16 and over, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
If you want to make a positive impact to people's lives, this is a rewarding opportunity to come and work within an established and experienced team.
Read more about Norton Road here
The role of Bank Support Assistant will include:
Providing a high quality, hands on, personalised care and support service
Supporting residents to build the confidence they need to gain further independence
Encouraging residents to develop their daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning and being an active part of the community
Working with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve the best outcome for our residents
Maintaining a safe environment for residents, providing support in accordance with relevant regulations, procedures and practices
Skills and experiences:
Experience of working with vulnerable people is desirable, as is an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in care
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to be assertive will be key to your success
You will be empathetic and non-judgmental with a positive, 'can-do' attitude
Excellent interpersonal, organisational, listening and time management skills
Ability to prioritise and organise workload
Why work for Sanctuary Supported Living?
We support vulnerable people to live as independently as possible, by building their confidence and skills to realise their potential.
We are a national organisation but we think locally. We support people through supported housing, move-on accommodation, CQC registered services, floating support and telecare services. We specialise in services for young people, homeless families and individuals, people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, people with mental health needs and older people.
Ready to join Sanctuary Supported Living?
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, we offer you access to a range of great employee benefits and the opportunity to develop and progress within your career. Benefits include:
Health and well-being plans
A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
A wide range of learning and development opportunities
£10.00 per hour effective from 1st January 2022
We are proud to support the Department of Health and Social Care's 'Made with Care' campaign to encourage more people to apply to work in adult social care. If you're considering a caring career, we have many rewarding roles at Sanctuary Supported Living. For more information on the campaign click here
Read the full job profile here
Closing Date: 13 December 2021
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
For an insight into what it's like to work for Sanctuary Supported Living, take a look at our Twitter feed or search #LifeatSanctuary
Building Equality and Diversity
Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.
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