Support worker

About The Company
Our mission is to create a nurturing and comfortable environment where the people we support receive the highest quality of care from our skilled and passionate team. Our services stand out because they reflect our core values.
Our values:
🌟We are Supportive by promoting opportunities for everyone so they can reach their full potential
🌟 We are very Ambitious to provide the best possible outcomes for the people who use our services
🌟 We are Loyal because we put the people that we support and our staff at the centre of everything we do and we deliver on our promises. We also are committed to ensuring that our services are meeting the needs of all stakeholders
🌟 We are Unique because we are ambitious and innovative about the diversity of the services that we provide without compromising quality
🌟 We are Transparent by being open, honest and fostering a culture of mutual respect. We promote a culture where we learn by our experiences, and we are committed to doing things better and setting the highest standards in what we do
🌟 We are Engaging because we work in partnership with the people that we support, our staff and all our stakeholders
🌟 We encourage everyone to experience a Meaningful life by being aspirational and by offering opportunities
Why choose us?
At Salutem Care and Education, we believe that happy employees create a positive impact. That's why we prioritise the well-being of our colleagues and their families. With our Salutem Extras benefits platform, we offer a comprehensive range of perks designed to support you in every aspect of your life. Some of our benefits are:
Emotional Support Benefits:
✅Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 emotional, financial and legal support for you and your partner from qualified counsellors.
✅Hub of Hope - where you have access to the UK’s leading mental health data base
✅Medito App - allowing you to explore how meditation can boost your wellbeing
✅Bereavement support – licensed counselling service, support groups and resources

Medical Support Benefits:
✅Free Online GP – 24/7 access to a qualified GP for you and your household prescribing to a pharmacy near you at a time that suits you
✅Health Cash Plan – for a price of a coffee a week, you can claim back on a range of healthcare expenses
✅Cancer Cover – Our cover can support you with bills, alternative therapies and much needed time out in the unfortunate event of a diagnosis
✅My Menopause Centre – Discounted access to an ‘Outstanding’ CQC provider where treatments are tailored to your needs and information is evidence based
Financial Support Benefits – annual savings per household is over £1000!
✅Wagestream - Where you can receive flexible pay, savings buildings, credit building card, flexible loans at competitive rates, chats with a trusted expert and benefits tracker
✅Freeze your utility bills – saving you up to £329 per year on your energy bills.
✅ Money helper – get a personalised action plan to help you stay on top of bills
✅Life Assurance – protecting you from day one of employment
Physical Support Benefits:
✅Online workouts – easy to follow videos to work out from home or at the gym
✅Cycle to work scheme – with salary deductions, save on tax and NI costs
✅ Gym discounts – no join up fees and up to 20% off gym memberships country wide
✅National trust and discounted days off – wide range of activities for you and your family

Still not convinced?
👍We have been recognised as a Top Employer in the United Kingdom.
👍We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workpace.
👍We are a Disability confident committed company.
👍We employ nearly 3000 colleagues and support nearly 2000 people.
👍We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children’s home are rated Good or Outstanding.

About The Role
Quarry Walk is a brand-new development nestled near the heart of Dunstable! Our service stands as a testament to a remarkable collaboration between Bedfordshire commissioners and a dedicated specialist developer. Together, we've created an exceptional haven of supported living that ranks among the most cutting-edge properties of its kind in the nation. Comprising two distinctive buildings, our visionary project is set to transform lives. With unwavering commitment, we support 20 individuals with learning and physical disabilities. This is not merely a place to reside; it's a harmonious blend of innovation and compassion, fostering an environment where independence and inclusion flourish. Our devotion to crafting a space that champions your well-being is matched only by our determination to redefine what's possible in supported living.
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 organised
- Proactive and innovative thinker
- Committed to promoting diversity and inclusion
- Team player with a collaborative spirit

Apply now and help us create a brighter future for those we care for