Our Approach
People’s Plan
We put people first
We will give you the opportunity to thrive at work
We understand how important our colleagues our to ensuring the individuals we support live their best lives – we put people first.
Our people strategy sets out how we will support the growth and corporate strategy at Salutem Care & Education over the next three years. It recognises that the care workforce is a professional workforce and explains how we will further develop and engage all our colleagues.
We understand that successful care and support is strengthened by a professional workforce and our people plan gives opportunities to increase confidence, knowledge, and expertise across our group. This is further underpinned by our values.
Inclusive Employee Experience
– Reward & recognition
– Wellbeing
– Transparent & personalised experience
Employee Led Career Development
– Personal development plans for all colleagues
– Accredited leadership programmes
Engaged Leadership
– High-performing engaged leaders
– Succession opportunities
Our Values
Salutem Values Animation with a breakdown of what they are:
Supportive, Ambitious, Loyal, Unique, Transparent, Engaging and Meaningful
We are Supportive by promoting opportunities for everyone so they can reach their full potential
We are very Ambitious in providing 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 we support, our staff and our stakeholders
We encourage everyone to experience a Meaningful life by being aspirational and by offering opportunities
Wellbeing
At Salutem Care and Education, the well-being and overall health of our staff are paramount. We recognise the invaluable contributions our employees make, and in appreciation, we’ve made a dedicated effort to support them both inside and outside the workplace. With the understanding that life’s challenges can arise unexpectedly, we provide numerous resources to assist our team members.
One significant offering is our FREE Online 24/7 service, ensuring that help is always just a click away, regardless of the time of day.
Additionally, our Employee Assistance Programmes stand as a testament to our commitment, offering our staff the opportunity to converse with accredited counsellors who can provide expert advice and support. This goes beyond just emotional and psychological well-being, extending to legal and financial assistance as well.
Furthermore, as a token of our gratitude, we have introduced Salutem Extras, an exclusive program that provides our employees with an array of discounts on high street shops, enriching their day-to-day lives.
Every facet of our support system is designed with our staff in mind because at Salutem Care and Education, we believe that a well-supported team is a thriving one.
Check out our success stories
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Salutem Care and Education – Celebrating Nuerodiversity week
At Salutem, we proudly celebrate Neurodiversity Week, embracing the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world. This week is all about raising awareness, breaking down barriers, and championing inclusion—not just for the people we support, but for our incredible employees too.
Salutem Care and Education – John Godden Honary Award
We are proud to celebrate a remarkable achievement for our CEO, John Godden, who has been awarded an honorary degree from Kingston University. This prestigious recognition was presented at the university’s final graduation ceremony in acknowledgment of John’s outstanding contributions to the care and education of people with complex needs.
Salutem Care and Education: Top Employer 2025
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Salutem Care and Education has been named a Top Employer United Kingdom for both 2024 and 2025 by the Top Employers Institute!