Senior Support Worker

Salutem Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Support Worker, where you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to individuals with complex needs. This position offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, create personalized support plans, and foster an environment that encourages independence and well-being. With a focus on compassion and community, you will help individuals discover their potential and enjoy fulfilling lives. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive team, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to shape brighter futures and apply today!

Benefits

24/7 Employee Assistance

Free Online GP access

Health Cash Plan

Gym discounts

Flexible pay with Wagestream

Life Assurance

Meditation apps

Cancer Cover

Cycle to Work scheme

Bereavement support

Qualifications

• Experience in providing person-centered support and care.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain person-centered support plans.
• Implement activity plans that encourage autonomy and new experiences.
• Recruit and manage staff through induction and training.

Skills

Leadership

Person-centered care

Financial planning

Medication administration

Compliance with legal standards

Education

Relevant qualification in health or social care

Tools

Health and Safety policies

Quality Assurance frameworks

Job description

About The Company
At Salutem Care and Education, we are passionate about fostering a warm and supportive environment. Our talented team is committed to delivering exceptional care, guided by our core values in everything we do. Join us and be a part of a community that truly cares.

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?

• Top Employer Recognition: Salutem Care and Education is honored to be acknowledged by the Top Employers Institute as one of the premier employers in the UK.
• Disability Confident Commitment: We strive to create an inclusive workplace for disabled individuals. Our commitment goes beyond compliance, fostering an environment where every unique talent is valued and can thrive.
• Top 50 Inspiring Workplace: We are recognised for our commitment to a PeopleFirst culture, integrating key elements such as culture, purpose, leadership, wellbeing, inclusion, employee voice, and experience.

About The Role
We support Laura to do the things we all normally take for granted, such as going for a walk, visiting the shops and helping out at home too. Living with anxiety and complex needs is tricky for Laura, but with our support she has begun to discover her own superpowers and begun to do the things she loves to do! Penhayes is a specialist residential home in Kenton, near Exeter supporting adults like Laura with autism, learning disabilities and complex care needs. The people we support live across five individual flats and we have a generous shared garden we love spending time in.

As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll be instrumental in providing high-quality, enabling care, facing new challenges and rewards daily. Your leadership and expertise are key to our success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed, person-centered support plans that promote health, wellbeing, relationships, and diversity, while ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards.
• Implement robust activity plans that encourage autonomy, new experiences, and flexibility, regularly engaging with individuals to seek their views.
• Support individuals in financial planning, medication self-administration, and regular health reviews, adhering to the Mental Capacity Act principles.
• Tailor the environment to meet individual needs, ensuring Health and Safety policies, including Fire Safety, are followed.
• Recruit and manage staff through robust induction, supervision, and training processes, ensuring person-centered schedules and personal development plans.
• Deliver outstanding care and support by adhering to Salutem's Quality Assurance framework, embodying core values, and managing incidents according to policies.

Apply Today!
Ready to make a difference? Join us at Salutem Care and Education as a Senior Support Worker, where your leadership and compassion will help shape brighter futures.
If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care and want to be part of a supportive, dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your rewarding career journey with us!