Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Stocksfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream

Health Cash Plan

Cancer Cover

Menopause support

Cycle to Work scheme

Gym discounts

National Trust activities

Job summary

Salutem Care and Education is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our Northumberland service. You will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality, enabling care, helping individuals live fuller lives while adhering to best practices and safety standards.

Your role involves planning activities, supporting health routines, and maintaining thorough records. The position emphasizes compassion, organization, and collaboration with colleagues to ensure exceptional everyday care and social

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic approach to care.
• Detail-oriented and organized work style.
• Proactive and innovative thinking in daily tasks.
• Committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Team player with a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Implement person-centered support plans, promote independence, manage risks, encourage relationships, and ensure compliance with legal and best practices.
• Develop flexible activity plans that promote autonomy and personal growth.
• Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles and health needs.
• Facilitate effective communication and maintain detailed, person-centered records.
• Oversee medication processes and support individuals in self-administration.
• Maintain a safe, clean living environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.

Skills

Compassionate and empathetic

Detail-oriented

Proactive and innovative

Diversity and inclusion

Team player

Job description

New Ridley is a 9-bed residential care home in Northumberland supporting adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism and complex care needs to live full and active lives.

The individuals we support at New Ridley love all things music and are often singing on the karaoke machine or dancing away to new and old music! They love BBQ's in summer and they often visit other services to meet with friends and enjoy food together! They love celebrating birthday's and are a very sociable bunch. They love trips to Museum's and going on walks together to enjoy the sights and sounds! They often take trips to Whitley Bay to enjoy lunch and of course ice cream!

We are often highly praised for all our hard work, none of our efforts ever go a miss. We all work together to ensure all of the individuals we support get the best level of care and get to live a life they truly enjoy! Management are also known for sharing the outstanding work of each staff member with the rest of the Salutem Family.

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
• 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.

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?

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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.