Senior Support Worker

Salutem Care and Education; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized care and education provider in Harrow is seeking a Senior Support Worker to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. This role involves developing support plans and supervising staff to ensure compliance with safety standards. Candidates should demonstrate compassion, strong communication skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Benefits include emotional and medical support, along with fitness incentives.

Benefits

24/7 Employee Assistance

Free Online GP

Flexible pay with Wagestream

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering high-quality care and support.
• Ability to develop and maintain person-centred support plans.
• Familiarity with Health and Safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed, person-centred support plans.
• Implement activity plans that encourage individual autonomy.
• Train and supervise staff for quality care delivery.

Skills

Compassionate and Empathetic

Strong Communicator

Detail-Oriented and Organised

Proactive and Innovative

Committed to Diversity and Inclusion

Team Player

Job description

About The Company
At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to providing exceptional, empowering care to the individuals we support through a team of highly trained and compassionate staff in warm and nurturing environments. We are committed to innovation, solutions, and achieving the best outcomes for everyone in our care.

About The Role
As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, enabling care, facing new challenges and rewards daily. Your leadership and expertise are vital to our success.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain detailed, person-centred support plans that promote health, wellbeing, relationships, and diversity, ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards.
• Implement activity plans that encourage autonomy, new experiences, and flexibility, regularly engaging with individuals to seek their views.
• Support individuals with financial planning, medication self-administration, and health reviews, adhering to the Mental Capacity Act principles.
• Adapt the environment to meet individual needs, following Health and Safety policies, including Fire Safety.
• Recruit, supervise, and train staff, ensuring person-centred schedules and personal development plans.
• Deliver outstanding care aligned with Salutem's Quality Assurance framework, embodying core values, and managing incidents according to policies.

About You:
- Compassionate and Empathetic
- Strong Communicator
- Detail-Oriented and Organised
- Proactive and Innovative
- Committed to Diversity and Inclusion
- Team Player

Apply Now!
We encourage applications even if you do not meet every requirement. We value potential and alignment with our core values, sometimes more than experience. If you're excited to grow with us, we want to hear from you!

Our Core Values:
Supportive, Ambitious, Loyal, Unique, Transparent, Engaging, Meaningful

Why Choose Us?
- Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, bereavement support
- Medical Support: Free Online GP, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, Menopause support
- Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility savings, Money Helper, Life Assurance
- Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, National Trust activities

Recognition and Commitment:
- Recognised as a Top Employer 2025 UK
- Named Top 50 Inspiring Workplace UK & Ireland
- Disability confident company
- High standards in our homes and children’s facilities

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting well-being. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and overseas criminal record checks where applicable.