Support Worker

Salutem Care & Education; Pitmaston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 Employee Assistance

Health Cash Plan

Cancer Cover

Menopause support

Flexible pay with Wagestream

Cycle to Work scheme

Gym discounts

National Trust activities

Job summary

Salutem Care and Education in Worcester is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide high‑quality, enabling care to residents in our supported living service. You will help residents achieve personal goals and live independently in their own home within the local community.

Key duties include implementing person‑centred support plans, planning engaging activities, supporting health needs and medications, maintaining detailed records and ensuring a safe, clean living environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Individual Outcome and Wellbeing: Implement person-centred 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-centred 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

Compassionate

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Diversity & inclusion

Team player

Job description

Henwick is a 4‑bed supported living service in Worcester, providing support for young adults with learning disabilities to achieve their personal goals, reach their full potential, and live happily in their local community and own home.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will be at the forefront of providing high‑quality, enabling care for our residents each day. You will help us achieve our goal of being the best in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Individual Outcome and Wellbeing: Implement person‑centred 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‑centred 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

Benefits

• 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.

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.