Support Worker

About The Company At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to ensuring that the individuals we support receive exceptional, empowering care from a team of highly trained and compassionate staff, within…

Pay rate £13.56/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 25 September 2026

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About The Company
At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to ensuring that the individuals we support receive exceptional, empowering care from a team of highly trained and compassionate staff, within environments that are both warm and nurturing. We pride ourselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every person in our care. 

About The Role
  
Support Worker - Key Responsibilities
Provide person-centred support to individuals, promoting independence, choice, dignity, and wellbeing in line with care plans, risk assessments, and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans.
Various Shifts and Hours Available
Key Duties:

Deliver tailored support that meets individuals' physical, emotional, social, and mental health needs.
Encourage independence, life skills development, and participation in education, employment, volunteering, and community activities.
Assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition, continence care, and the use of specialist equipment where required.
Support health and wellbeing by monitoring needs, attending appointments, promoting healthy lifestyles, and maintaining accurate records.
Administer and manage medication safely in accordance with policies and training.
Follow PBS strategies, support individuals during periods of distress, and promote least restrictive practices.
Safeguard individuals by identifying and reporting concerns, promoting rights, dignity, and protection from harm.
Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming living environment, supporting daily household tasks and health and safety standards.
Complete accurate documentation, including daily notes, incident reports, health records, and financial records.
Support individuals with budgeting, personal finances, and accessing benefits where appropriate.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
Adhere to organisational policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards while contributing to continuous service improvement.
Participate in training, supervision, and flexible shift patterns, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, sleep-ins, and waking nights as required.This role requires a compassionate, reliable, and proactive individual committed to delivering high-quality support and improving the lives of those they support.
Our Core Values:  
➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.  
➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.  
➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support. 
➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality. 
➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect. 
➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved. 
➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.  
Why Choose Us?  
✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.  
✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.  
✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.  
✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.  
Still not convinced?  
🌟 Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute. 
🌍 Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces. 
♿ Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. 
Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks

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