Support Worker

Salutem Care and Education; Paignton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring and empowering support organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Support Worker to provide high-quality care. Responsibilities include implementing support plans, facilitating communication, and promoting healthy lifestyles. The ideal candidate should be compassionate, detail-oriented, and a team player, committed to diversity and inclusion. Join a recognized Top Employer 2025 and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in care.

Benefits

24/7 Employee Assistance

Free Online GP access

Financial flexibility with Wagestream

Gym discounts

National Trust activities

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassion for individuals in care.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement person-centered support plans.
• Develop activity plans for personal growth.
• Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles.
• Facilitate effective communication and record maintenance.
• Oversee medication processes and support individuals.
• Ensure a safe and clean living environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive thinker

Team player

Job description

Overview

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

Apply Now

Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! 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. If you’re excited about the opportunity to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!

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?

We have been recognised as a Top Employer 2025 in the United Kingdom. We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace UK & Ireland. We are a Disability confident committed company. We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children’s homes are rated Good or Outstanding.

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.