Support Worker

Salutem Care & Education; Paignton; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 Employee Assistance

Online GP access

Health Cash Plan

Cancer Cover

Life Assurance

Flexible pay with Wagestream

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Job summary

Salutem Care and Education is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to deliver high-quality, person-centred care in our welcoming settings. You will work closely with individuals to promote independence, wellbeing, and safe daily living.

Join a team committed to inclusion and continuous learning, with supportive supervision, flexible shift patterns, and opportunities to develop skills in health and social care.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic approach to care.
• Excellent communication with individuals, families and colleagues.
• High attention to detail and organised in notes and records.
• Proactive mindset with ability to think creatively.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Collaborative team player with a supportive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Individual Outcome and Wellbeing: implement person-centred plans and promote independence.
• Activity Planning: develop engaging activity plans to foster growth.
• Health and Lifestyle: support healthy living and manage health needs.
• Communication: enable effective communication and maintain records.
• Medication Management: oversee processes and support self-administration.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Organised

Proactive

Team player

Job description

About The Company

At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to ensuring that the individuals we support receive exceptional, empowering care from a team of highly trained and compassionate staff, within environments that are both warm and nurturing. We pride ourselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every person in our care.

About The Role

As a 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

• Individual Outcome and Wellbeing: Implement person-centered support plans, promote independence, manage risks, encourage relationships, and ensure legal and best practice compliance.


• 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.

About You

• 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

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.