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
Welcome to Salutem's inspiring world of care and learning! Discover real, raw stories of transformation from our community. Meet extraordinary individuals whose lives have dramatically improved and immerse yourself in their everyday experiences. Get ready for a journey of joy and inspiration as we change lives, one story at a time!
Marking the Opening of The Ark’s New Sensory Room🌟
The Ark, one of our specialist day services in Nottingham, was delighted to welcome Councillor Zafran Khan, Sheriff of Nottingham, to officially open its new, purpose‑built sensory room.
We’re Officially 2026 UK & Ireland Inspiring Workplaces Awards Finalists!🏅📢❤️
We’re excited to announce that for the third year running, Salutem has been named a finalist in the 2026 UK & Ireland Inspiring Workplaces Awards! This recognition is a tremendous honour and reflects our continued commitment to our colleagues and everyone across the Salutem community.
Birchwood Celebrates Outstanding CQC Rating After Transformational Progress
Birchwood has achieved an Outstanding CQC rating, recognising the exceptional care, strong leadership and life‑enhancing support provided to people with complex health needs.
