Senior Care and Support Professional

4 weeks ago


Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Sanctuary Group Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Care and Support Professional to join our team at Sanctuary Supported Living. As a Senior Care and Support Professional, you will be responsible for leading a team of Care and Support Assistants and working closely with staff to provide personal care and support to customers, encouraging them to enhance their independence and personal potential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading a team of Care and Support Assistants
  • Working closely with staff to provide personal care and support to customers
  • Safe handling of medication
  • Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external customers
  • Promoting safe practices and undertaking risk assessments as appropriate
  • Managing and implementing safeguarding principles to ensure the safety of our customers

Requirements

  • Previous experience supervising a team
  • Personalised approach to care and support, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to form positive relationships with people from varied backgrounds
  • Recent experience of working in a similar role with vulnerable people is essential
  • Enthusiastic and flexible with a strong "can-do" attitude
  • Strong organisational skills as well as functional literacy and numeracy
  • Understanding of relevant legislation and best practice
  • NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards is desirable

What We Offer

  • A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
  • Health and well-being plans
  • A wide range of learning and development opportunities


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