Support Worker

Salutem Limited; Camborne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Waking Night Support Workers. This fulfilling role involves providing high-quality, enabling care to individuals, helping them achieve their goals while promoting independence and well-being. You will be instrumental in planning activities that foster personal growth and ensuring a safe, clean living environment. Join a supportive work family that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a recognized top employer in the UK. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Online GP

Health Cash Plan

Gym Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bereavement Support

Money Helper

National Trust Discounts

Wagestream

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic individuals with strong communication skills are essential.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive thinkers are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Implement person-centered support plans and promote independence.
• Develop engaging activity plans and support healthy lifestyles.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Organisational Skills

Proactive Thinking

Team Collaboration

Job description

About The Company
Our mission is to create a nurturing and comfortable environment where the people we support receive the highest quality of care from our skilled and passionate team. Our services stand out because they reflect our core values.

Our values:

1. Supportive: promoting opportunities for everyone so they can reach their full potential.
2. Ambitious: providing the best possible outcomes for the people who use our services.
3. Loyal: putting the people that we support and our staff at the centre of everything we do.
4. Unique: ambitious and innovative about the diversity of the services that we provide without compromising quality.
5. Transparent: being open, honest, and fostering a culture of mutual respect.
6. Engaging: working in partnership with the people that we support, our staff, and all our stakeholders.

We encourage everyone to experience a meaningful life by being aspirational and by offering opportunities.

Why choose us?
At Salutem Care and Education, we believe that happy employees create a positive impact. That's why we prioritise the well-being of our colleagues and their families. With our Salutem Extras benefits platform, we offer a comprehensive range of perks designed to support you in every aspect of your life. Some of our benefits include:

Emotional Support Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 emotional, financial and legal support for you and your partner from qualified counsellors.
• Hub of Hope - access to the UK’s leading mental health database.
• Medito App - explore how meditation can boost your wellbeing.
• Bereavement support – licensed counselling service, support groups, and resources.

Medical Support Benefits:

• Free Online GP – 24/7 access to a qualified GP for you and your household.
• Health Cash Plan – claim back on a range of healthcare expenses.
• Cancer Cover – support with bills and alternative therapies in the event of a diagnosis.
• My Menopause Centre – discounted access to tailored treatments.

Financial Support Benefits:

• Wagestream - flexible pay and savings options.
• Freeze your utility bills – saving you up to £329 per year on your energy bills.
• Money helper – personalised action plan for managing bills.
• Life Assurance – protection from day one of employment.

Physical Support Benefits:

• Online workouts – easy to follow videos to work out from home or at the gym.
• Cycle to work scheme – save on tax and NI costs.
• Gym discounts – no join up fees and up to 20% off gym memberships.
• National trust and discounted days off – a wide range of activities for you and your family.

Still not convinced?
We have been recognised as a Top Employer in the United Kingdom.
We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace.
We are a Disability confident committed company.
We employ nearly 3000 colleagues and support nearly 2000 people.
We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children’s homes are rated Good or Outstanding.

About The Role
Trewithen is a beautiful, large 5-bed detached house set in picturesque bluebell woods near the village of Troon. At Trewithen, we help the individuals we support achieve their goals and aspirations while living their best lives! We’re looking for new work-family members to help the individuals we support fulfil their dreams and thrive in all they want to do. The individuals we support enjoy many activities such as visiting Godrevy Beach and enjoying ice cream in the sunshine.

As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will be at the forefront of providing high-quality, enabling care. Every day brings new challenges and rewards, making this a truly fulfilling role. You'll be key in helping us achieve our goal of being the best in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Individual Outcome and Wellbeing: Implement person-centered support plans, promote independence, manage risks, encourage relationships, and ensure legal and best practice compliance.
2. Activity Planning: Develop flexible, engaging activity plans that promote autonomy and personal growth.
3. Health and Lifestyle: Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles and managing their health needs.
4. Communication: Facilitate effective communication and maintain detailed, person-centered records.
5. Medication Management: Oversee medication processes and support individuals in self-administration.
6. Safety and Environment: Maintain a safe, clean living environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.

About You:

• Compassionate and empathetic.
• Strong communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organised.
• Proactive and innovative thinker.
• Committed to promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Team player with a collaborative spirit.

Apply now and help us create a brighter future for those we care for!