Support Worker: Empower Independence with Flexible Shifts

Salutem LD Bidco Ltd/ Salutem LD Bidco II Ltd/ Sal; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Wagestream

Pension scheme

Free DBS check

Job summary

Salutem Care and Education is recruiting a Support Worker to provide person-centred support to adults in our residential services, promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

The role includes assisting with personal care, mobility, nutrition, medication management, budgeting and accessing benefits, and working with families, healthcare professionals and external agencies. Shifts include days, nights and sleep-ins; you will join a supportive team with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and reliable approach to care.
• Flexible shift availability including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins as required.
• Ability to work with adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to individuals, promoting independence, choice, dignity, and wellbeing in line with care plans, risk assessments, and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans.
• Deliver tailored support meeting physical, emotional, social, and mental health needs.
• Encourage independence, life skills development, and participation in education, employment, volunteering, and community activities.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition, continence care, and the use of specialist equipment where required.
• Monitor needs, attend appointments, promote healthy lifestyles, and maintain accurate records.
• Administer and manage medication safely in accordance with policies and training.
• Follow PBS strategies, support individuals during distress, and promote least restrictive practices.
• Safeguard individuals by reporting concerns, promoting rights, dignity, and protection from harm.
• Maintain a safe, clean living environment and support daily household tasks and health and safety standards.
• Complete accurate documentation, including daily notes, incident reports, health records, and financial records.
• Support budgeting, personal finances, and accessing benefits where appropriate.
• Work with colleagues, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Adhere to organisational policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards; participate in training, supervision and flexible shift patterns.

Job description

Salutem Care and Education is recruiting a Support Worker to provide person-centred support to adults in our residential services, promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

The role includes assisting with personal care, mobility, nutrition, medication management, budgeting and accessing benefits, and working with families, healthcare professionals and external agencies. Shifts include days, nights and sleep-ins; you will join a supportive team with opportunities for progression.