Support Worker
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.2 to £14.45 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Harwich, Home Counties, CO12 |
| Company: | Salutem Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 58709208 |
Summary
About The Company
Join Our Outstanding Residential Care Team – Make a Real Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about supporting children with complex needs in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment? Our residential home offers a warm, family-style setting where children with SEMH, trauma backgrounds, and neurodivergence are supported to thrive, grow, and achieve their goals.
We currently care for five incredible children who are making fantastic progress thanks to our dedicated and compassionate team.
About The Role
Why Work With Us?
- Outstanding Care: We’re proud of our reputation for excellence and the high quality of care we provide.
- Trauma-Informed Practice: Emotional wellbeing and resilience are at the heart of everything we do.
- Family-Style Environment: We foster warmth, consistency, and strong relationships.
- Career Progression: Many of our team members have grown from support roles into senior, deputy, and management positions.
What Makes Us Unique?
- A highly skilled, supportive team committed to exceptional care.
- A child-centred approach that celebrates individuality and promotes healing.
- A collaborative, family-like culture where staff and children flourish together.
- Clear pathways for professional development and career advancement.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking enthusiastic, empathetic individuals who are:
- Passionate about working with children with SEMH, trauma, and neurodivergence.
- Resilient, flexible, and team-oriented.
- Committed to learning and growing within the role.
- Trauma-informed and respectful of each child’s unique journey.
What You’ll Gain
- A rewarding role where your impact is meaningful and lasting.
- A supportive team that values your contribution.
- Opportunities to grow your career in a well-established, successful home.
- The chance to be part of a service that truly changes lives.
If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something special, 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.
Join Our Outstanding Residential Care Team – Make a Real Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about supporting children with complex needs in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment? Our residential home offers a warm, family-style setting where children with SEMH, trauma backgrounds, and neurodivergence are supported to thrive, grow, and achieve their goals.
We currently care for five incredible children who are making fantastic progress thanks to our dedicated and compassionate team.
About The Role
Why Work With Us?
- Outstanding Care: We’re proud of our reputation for excellence and the high quality of care we provide.
- Trauma-Informed Practice: Emotional wellbeing and resilience are at the heart of everything we do.
- Family-Style Environment: We foster warmth, consistency, and strong relationships.
- Career Progression: Many of our team members have grown from support roles into senior, deputy, and management positions.
What Makes Us Unique?
- A highly skilled, supportive team committed to exceptional care.
- A child-centred approach that celebrates individuality and promotes healing.
- A collaborative, family-like culture where staff and children flourish together.
- Clear pathways for professional development and career advancement.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking enthusiastic, empathetic individuals who are:
- Passionate about working with children with SEMH, trauma, and neurodivergence.
- Resilient, flexible, and team-oriented.
- Committed to learning and growing within the role.
- Trauma-informed and respectful of each child’s unique journey.
What You’ll Gain
- A rewarding role where your impact is meaningful and lasting.
- A supportive team that values your contribution.
- Opportunities to grow your career in a well-established, successful home.
- The chance to be part of a service that truly changes lives.
If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something special, 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.