Support Worker

Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delfos; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated children's residential home in Southend-on-Sea is seeking passionate individuals to support children with complex needs, including SEMH, trauma, and autism. The home fosters a family-style environment, prioritizing children's emotional well-being and development while promoting career growth for staff. Ideal candidates will be flexible, empathetic, and committed to making a meaningful impact in children's lives. This rewarding role offers growth within a caring team, recognized for their supportive culture.

Benefits

24/7 Employee Assistance

Health Cash Plan

Flexible pay with Wagestream

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Commitment to professional development and ambition to progress.
• Ability to work as part of a strong, supportive team.
• Supportive of children's individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Work in a family-like environment promoting emotional wellbeing.
• Support children with SEMH, trauma, and autism.
• Contribute to children's development and progress.

Skills

Passionate about working with children with complex needs

Flexible and resilient

Empathetic and trauma-informed approach

Job description

About The Company

Join Our Outstanding Residential Home Team – Make a Difference Every Day!

Our home is a warm, welcoming, and family-oriented residential setting supporting children with complex needs, including SEMH, trauma, and autism. We provide a trauma-informed environment where children can thrive, feel safe, and develop resilience. Currently, our home supports four children, all making fantastic progress and achieving their personal goals with the support of our dedicated team.

About Our Home

Located conveniently and easily accessible for staff.

A trauma-informed setting, prioritising children’s emotional wellbeing and development.

Outstanding in quality of care, with a reputation for excellence.

Family-style environment, promoting warmth, consistency, and nurturing relationships.

Strong, experienced staff team with career progression opportunities—from support worker to senior, deputy, and management positions.

What Makes Us Stand Out

A dedicated, supportive, and highly skilled team who are passionate about delivering exceptional care.

Opportunities for staff to develop and grow: support workers have progressed to senior roles, deputy positions, and even management within our home.

A trauma-informed, child-centred approach where each child’s individual needs are recognised and celebrated.

A family environment, where team collaboration and positive relationships with children and families are at the heart of everything we do.

About You

About The Role

Who We’re Looking For

• Passionate about working with children with complex needs, SEMH, and autism.
• Flexible, resilient, and able to work as part of a strong, supportive team.
• Committed to professional development, with ambition to progress within the home.
• Empathetic and trauma-informed in their approach, valuing the individuality of every child.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Be part of an outstanding home with a proven track record of success.

Work in a supportive, family-like environment where your contribution truly matters.

Join a dedicated team who share knowledge, celebrate achievements, and support one another.

Opportunities for career growth and progression tailored to your ambitions.

Make a real, lasting difference in the lives of children who are thriving under your care.

If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling role in residential childcare, where your skills and passion are valued and you can genuinely impact children’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Now!

Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! At Salutem Care and Education, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment guided by our core values. Your potential and alignment with our values might be exactly what we’re looking for—sometimes more so than your current experience. If you’re excited about the opportunity to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!

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?

👍We have been recognised as a Top Employer 2025 in the United Kingdom.

👍We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace Uk & Ireland

👍We are a Disability confident committed company.

👍We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children’s home are rated Good or Outstanding.

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.