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:
* Supportive: promoting opportunities for everyone so they can reach their full potential
* Ambitious: to provide the best possible outcomes for the people who use our services
* 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 are also committed to ensuring that our services meet the needs of all stakeholders
* Unique: because we are ambitious and innovative about the diversity of the services that we provide without compromising quality
* Transparent: by being open, honest and fostering a culture of mutual respect. We promote a culture where we learn from our experiences, and we are committed to doing things better and setting the highest standards in what we do
* 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?
Emotional Support Benefits:
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 include:
* Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 emotional, financial and legal support for you and your partner from qualified counsellors.
* Hub of Hope - access to the UK’s leading mental health database
* Medito App - 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 – claim back on a range of healthcare expenses for a small weekly fee
* Cancer Cover – support with bills, therapies, and time off in case of diagnosis
* My Menopause Centre – discounted access to tailored treatments and evidence-based information
Financial Support Benefits:
* Wagestream - flexible pay, savings, credit building, loans, and benefits tracker
* Utility bill freeze – saving up to £329 per year
* Money helper – personalised action plan for bills
* Life Assurance – from day one of employment
Physical Support Benefits:
* Online workouts – videos for home or gym
* Cycle to work scheme – tax and NI savings
* Gym discounts – up to 20% off nationwide
* National Trust and discounted days off for activities with your family
Recognition and Values:
We are recognized as a Top Employer in the UK, a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace, and are a Disability Confident committed company. We employ nearly 3,000 colleagues and support nearly 2,000 people. Our homes are predominantly rated Good or Outstanding.
About You
About The Role
At Westbrooke Grange in Torquay, we celebrate occasions and foster a family environment. We support adults with learning disabilities, autism, and physical disabilities to live fulfilling lives. If you enjoy activities like dancing, baking, dressing up, meals out, and trips, you might be a great fit! Join us to become part of our Westbrooke Grange family.
As a Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, enabling care, facing new challenges and rewards daily. Your role is crucial in helping us achieve excellence in our field.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Implement person-centered support plans, promote independence, manage risks, encourage relationships, and ensure legal and best practice compliance.
2. Develop flexible, engaging activity plans that promote autonomy and personal growth.
3. Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles and managing their health needs.
4. Facilitate effective communication and maintain detailed, person-centered records.
5. Oversee medication processes and support individuals in self-administration.
6. Maintain a safe, clean 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 and help us create a brighter future for those we care for!
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