Support Assistant - Thorntree, United Kingdom - Sanctuary

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Location:

Middlesbrough, North East, GB, TS3 7QG- Department: Supported Living Services- Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living- Closing Date: 18/01/2023- Salary: £10.

43 / hour- Requisition: 208126
Support Assistant

Bransby Court, Middlesbrough

£10.43

37.5 hours per week
Would you like to make a difference that lasts long after the end of your shift?

Are you a friendly and dedicated person looking for a rewarding Career?


We are seeking a Support Assistant to join our friendly team and help make a real difference to the lives of our clients.

At Bransby Court, we provide support in the community for adults with mental health issues. The aim of the service is to help clients maintain good mental health and to reduce hospital admissions.

Set in Berwick Hills, Bransby Court has 13 self-contained one-bedroom flats spread over three floors of the building. We provide support for adults aged 18 and over, with a range of mental health needs.


We provide a comprehensive induction programme as well as on-going training to develop new and existing skills and encourage progression.


Sanctuary also has a great employee Rewards scheme, where you will be able to receive a variety of discounts from major retailers.


If you are a person who celebrates differences, and strives to treat others with dignity and respect, this is a great opportunity to join our like-minded, hardworking, and resident-focused team.

We value our team, encouraging learning and development.

Read more about Bransby Court here


The role of Support Assistant will include:

  • Following support plans and risk assessments which have been created for each client
  • Monitoring clients' mental health and reporting any concerns to the Community Mental Health Team
  • Encouraging and enabling clients to clean, shop and cook
  • Support clients with socialising in the community e.g. going to the cinema, swimming or the gym
  • Help clients attend appointments, especially those with the mental health team
  • Complete daily notes of support provided to clients

Skills and experiences:


  • Excellent listening skills
  • Patient and understanding of the various needs of our clients
  • Ability to liaise with other professionals including; psychiatrists, community mental health nurses, social workers and housing and benefits staff
  • NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards

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:

  • A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
  • At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years service (plus public holidays)
  • Life assurance
  • Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
  • Health and wellbeing plans
  • A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
  • Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
  • A wide range of learning and development opportunities
- £10.43 per hour

Closing Date: 18 January 2023


For an insight into what it's like to work for Sanctuary Supported Living, take a look at our Twitter
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Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.
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