About The Company
At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to providing a supportive environment where our team delivers exceptional care to children. Our strength lies in our unwavering commitment to our core values.
Our Values:
➡️Supportive: Empowering everyone to reach their full potential.
➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes for those we support.
➡️Loyal: Prioritising our people and our staff, fulfilling promises, and meeting needs.
➡️Unique: Innovating and offering diverse services without compromising quality.
➡️Transparent: Promoting openness and honesty, fostering mutual respect, and continuous improvement.
➡️Engaging: Collaborating with everyone involved—our children, our staff, and all stakeholders.
➡️Meaningful: Providing opportunities for aspirational living and fulfilling experiences.
Why Choose Us?
At Salutem, we believe that happy employees create a positive impact. We prioritise the well-being of our colleagues and their families with our comprehensive Salutem Extras benefits platform. Here are some highlights:
✅ FREE Online 24/7 GP Service for you and your family
✅ Wagestream – where any day can be a payday
✅ Refer-a-Friend Scheme – Instantly earn points and cash rewards
✅ Sovereign Health Care Plan
✅ Canada Life, Group Life Assurance
✅ Blue Light Card
✅ Blink, our internal communications app
✅ Pension scheme
✅ Free DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service)
About You:
At Salutem, we recognize that transitioning to a new career can be a significant and exciting step. We are seeking someone who is highly motivated, a strong communicator, and has a proven ability to lead and manage teams effectively. In this role, you will help ensure that our children and young people receive the highest quality of care and support, while also assisting with the operational management of our services.
Why Choose Salutem for Your Career Change?
At Salutem Care and Education, we understand and value the unique perspectives and experiences that come from various career backgrounds. By joining our team, you become part of a community that appreciates the diverse skills and wisdom each member brings.
👍 Global Recognition: We are proud to be a Global Top 50 Inspiring Workplace, with special recognition for our excellence in communication and employee experience.
👍 Innovative Approach: We partner with the award-winning Innovating Minds to deliver trauma-informed care, setting a new standard in residential children’s services.
👍 Clear Career Pathways: Our competency framework provides a transparent path for career progression, ensuring you know the skills and achievements needed to advance.
👍 Specialised Support: Our core and cluster model focuses on supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioral needs, autism spectrum conditions, and physical/learning disabilities.
Benefits of Joining Salutem:
- Competitive Pay: We offer competitive rates of pay based on your experience.
- Financial Planning: With Wagestream, you can access up to 30% of your pay throughout the month, making financial management easier.
- Bespoke Training: You’ll receive specialist training tailored to the needs of our service and your personal development.
- Progression Opportunities: We are committed to your professional growth and offer internal progression to help you reach your full potential.
- Comprehensive Induction: Our bespoke induction program is tailored to your specific role and includes blended learning.
- Employee Support: Access a confidential support helpline for financial advice, health and well-being, and more, available 24/7.
- Pension: Secure your future with our pension plan.
About The Role
- Support and Management: Assist the Registered Manager in all aspects of the residential care of the Ofsted registered home, ensuring a high-quality service that meets the needs of our children and young people.
- Holistic Guidance: Provide support to enable young people to grow in all areas of their lives, work towards emotional stability, and reach their full potential.
- Staff Supervision: Support and supervise the staff team, ensuring they perform their duties effectively.
- Quality Standards: Ensure all services meet quality standards and comply with the Children’s Homes Regulations.
- Transition Support: Guide children and young people through their placements and transitions, maintaining a holistic approach aligned with quality standards.
- Compliance and Philosophy: Maintain compliance with care standards and the home’s philosophy as outlined in the statement of purpose.
- Deputize Responsibilities: Assist and deputize for the home manager in all aspects of residential care, including on-call duties outside working hours.
- Daily Support: Promote good practice and address concerns or complaints, supporting staff on a day-to-day basis.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years working within children’s residential care.
- Education: QCF Level 3 Children & Young People qualification or equivalent. Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification is preferred but not essential.
Join us at Salutem and take the next step in your career, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.
