Support Worker


Company:	Salutem Care and Education
Salary:	£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cambridge, HISTON, CAMBRIDGE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Oct 2026
Closing date:	20 Nov 2026

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Summary

About The Company

At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to ensuring the people we support are empowered to live as they choose. We pride ourselves on being innovative and solution focused.

We are looking for new recruits for the Mill Lane Team who will commit to the Salutem values whilst supporting one person throughout each day.

At Mill Lane we support up to five people to do the things they want and need to do. Each person is supported by one team member, typically from 08.30 until 20.30, so the day shift duration is 12 hours. Overnight support is from two team members working the waking night shift. People need consistent support so weekend working and working over bank holidays is required. This is allocated fairly between team members. Most people like to be able to plan in advance, so we produce a rota which enables you to do this, but we understand the pressures of modern life and try hard to be flexible to your needs as well as to those of the people we support.

Working at Mill Lane is a great opportunity to support people the way you would wish to, without the need to rush or cut corners. You can have a good time whilst supporting in a truly person-centred way, planning days out, visiting attractions or meeting people in the community. You will be supporting people to meet their physical and hygiene needs and nutritional needs. You will need to take your turn at supporting with shopping, cooking and other housekeeping tasks.

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 

- 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!  

If you are empathetic, with strong communication skills and a can-do approach to life we would like to hear from you. We can offer posts of 36, 42 or 48 hours per week. Currently the vacancies are for daytime working, but you should be prepared to cover absences on night duty occasionally with sufficient notice.

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. 

➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.  

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?  

🌟 Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute. 

🌍 Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces. 

♿ 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. 

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