Support Worker

Salutem Care and Education; Hebburn; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 Employee Assistance

Online GP access

Health Cash Plan

Flexible pay with Wagestream

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Salutem Care and Education is seeking a compassionate Night Support Worker to provide high-quality care for residents across our 34-bed service. You will plan engaging activities, support health and lifestyle goals, and maintain meticulous, person-centered records.

The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and promoting independence in a supportive team environment. We value proactive, collaborative staff who communicate well and help create an inclusive, diverse workplace.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Activity Planning: Develop flexible, engaging activity plans that promote autonomy and personal growth.
• Health and Lifestyle: Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles and managing their health needs.
• Communication: Facilitate effective communication and maintain detailed, person-centered records.
• Medication Management: Oversee medication processes and support individuals in self-administration.
• Safety and Environment: Maintain a safe, clean-living environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Organised

Proactive and innovative

Team player

Job description

As a 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.

Individual Outcome and Wellbeing

• Activity Planning: Develop flexible, engaging activity plans that promote autonomy and personal growth.
• Health and Lifestyle: Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles and managing their health needs.
• Communication: Facilitate effective communication and maintain detailed, person-centered records.
• Medication Management: Oversee medication processes and support individuals in self-administration.
• Safety and Environment: Maintain a safe, clean-living environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.

Compassionate and empathetic

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

We are a 34 bed home split into two areas. One area supports Short stay respite for 4 individuals and 1 emergency bed The main part of the building supports 24 adults with mental health diagnosis who we supported following hospital discharges. We provide a step down from hospital, transitioning individuals back into the community.

Some of the individuals we support enjoy doing the garden and doing a few jobs around the service and All of the individuals we support are usually up for a party, we've thrown everything from a hoedown to celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee! We love bingo, all things music, oh and we absolutely love making pizzas! We achieve all this and much more thanks to our team who believe in us all and help us to overcome any challenges we face day to day.

At Salutem Care and Education, we're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment guided by our core values. Your potential and alignment with our values might be exactly what we're looking for-sometimes more so than your current experience.

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.
• 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.