Nurse

Salutem Care & Education; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Salutem Care & Education is recruiting a Nurse to join our residential team in Cardiff, supporting 8 children and young people with complex disabilities and health needs. You will lead healthcare plans and oversee safe administration of medications, ensuring compliance with CIW and NMC guidance.

The role involves clinical assessments, delivering nursing input, and training staff in medication administration and health promotion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee children's healthcare plans, ensuring safe management and administration of medication per CIW/HIW/NMC guidance.
• Undertake clinical assessments and deliver nursing input and healthcare interventions as required.
• Provide training, support and supervision to staff in medication administration, clinical practice and health promotion.
• Assess and sign off staff clinical competencies, including Enteral Feeding, Epilepsy Emergency Rescue, Stoma Care, Suppositories, Enema Administration and Oxygen Therapy.
• Promote safeguarding of children's physical health and emotional wellbeing.
• Coordinate health appointments and ensure attendance across the team.
• Participate in weekly Integrated Care and Wellbeing Meetings.
• Maintain accurate, high-quality clinical records and ensure compliance with CIW standards.

Job description

Nurse

Date Posted: 2026-10-06T00:00:00

Location: Cardiff

Region: South Glamorgan

Country: GB

Postcode: CF10 1

Application Deadline: 2026-11-04T00:58:23.12

About The Company

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex disabilities and health needs? At our home, we support 8 incredible children and young people, offering truly individualised care in a nurturing, empowering, and fun environment.

What Makes Us Stand Out?

We're not your average care home. We're a team of dedicated professionals who combine compassion, skill, and teamwork to deliver outstanding care every single day. The young people we support are remarkable - resilient, full of potential, and constantly inspiring us to be better. Many of our team members have been with us for over 10 years, growing, developing, and building lasting careers. Our current Deputy Manager began their journey here as a Support Worker - and that could be you next!

About The Role

• Location: Easily accessible by bus and foot
• Service Type: Complex Disabilities & Health Needs
• Setting: Residential - Supporting 8 Children & Young People
• Salary: £42,100 per annum, £21, 050 pro rata salary (£20.19 per hour)

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee children's healthcare plans, ensuring the safe management and administration of medication in line with CIW, HIW and NMC guidance.
• Undertake clinical assessments and deliver nursing input, guidance and healthcare interventions as required.
• Provide training, support and supervision to staff in medication administration, clinical practice and health promotion.
• Assess and sign off staff clinical competencies, including (but not limited to) Enteral Feeding (PEG), Epilepsy Emergency Rescue Medication, Stoma Care, Suppositories, Enema Administration and Oxygen Therapy, based on the individual needs of each child or young person.
• Promote and safeguard children's physical health, emotional wellbeing and developmental needs.
• Support the wider team to ensure all health appointments are appropriately arranged and attended.
• Actively contribute to and participate in weekly Integrated Care and Wellbeing Meetings.
• Maintain accurate, high-quality clinical records and ensure full compliance with regulatory and inspection requirements, including CIW standards.

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.

Additional Information

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.