Social worker Work, Jobs in Highwoods, Ess (with Salaries)

Senior Support Worker
Salutem Care & Education —Colchester
- £13.74 - £14.84 an hour
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Care plans
Youth Support Worker
Family activities community engagement support uk cic —Harwich
- From £13 an hour
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Mentoring
- Employee discount
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18h
Senior Social Worker
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust —Braintree
- £49,387 - £56,515 a year
- Full-time
- Relocation assistance
- Employee discount
7d
Night Support Worker
Hamelin Trust —Rochford
- £12.85 - £19.28 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Driving
- IT
- In-person
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Quick apply
5d
Support Worker
Salutem Care & Education —Colchester
- £13.20 - £14.45 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
- School
Support Worker (16+ Supported Living & Semi-Independent)
Kelwel Care —Ipswich
- From £28,000 a year
- Overtime
- Childcare
- Working with children
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
5d
Children's Newly Qualified Social Workers
SCC —Bury St. Edmunds
- £34,434 - £37,280 a year
- Part-time
- Free parking
- Relocation assistance
11d
Senior Social Workers
Suffolk County Council —Bury St. Edmunds
- £41,502 - £47,054 a year
- Part-time
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
1d
Children's Social Workers and Senior Social Workers
Suffolk County Council —Bury St. Edmunds
- £37,280 - £47,054 a year
- Part-time
- Free parking
- Relocation assistance
11d
Head of Fostering and Adoption
Suffolk County Council —Ipswich
- £74,716 - £84,404 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Annual leave
4d

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Children's Newly Qualified Social Workers
SCC —Bury St. Edmunds
A full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable…
£34,434 - £37,280 a year
11d
R2R103780 - Newly Qualified Social Worker - Children Services - Family Support Team
South End City Council —Southend-on-Sea
You will have knowledge of child protection, looked after children and associated child in need social work practice.
£39,152 a year
10h

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Senior Support Worker

Salutem Care & Education -
Colchester

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Job details

Permanent
£13.74 - £14.84 an hour

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

Childcare
Working with children
Care plans

Full job description

About The Company

Join Our amazing 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 trauma, and autism. We provide an environment where children can thrive, feel safe, and develop resilience. Our home can support up to four children, and are all making fantastic progress and achieving their personal goals with the support of our dedicated team.

About The Role

A Senior Support Worker is expected to provide high-quality care, supervision, and leadership to ensure the safety, wellbeing, and development of children/young people.

They should act as a role model, offering consistent emotional and practical support while promoting positive behaviour and safeguarding standards. The role includes leading shifts, guiding and mentoring support staff, and ensuring care plans are effectively implemented and reviewed.

Senior Support Workers are also responsible for maintaining accurate records, contributing to risk assessments, and liaising with external professionals such as social workers, families, and healthcare providers. They must ensure the home operates in line with regulatory requirements and organisational policies.

Overall, the expectation is to create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children feel valued, supported, and able to achieve positive outcomes.

What You’ll Do

Provide direct care and emotional support to young people using a trauma‑informed, relationship‑based approach.
Lead shifts, guide the staff team, and act as a positive role model.
Support young people with routines, personal care, life skills, social activities, and education.
Act as a key worker contributing to care plans, risk assessments, and personalised goals.
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, safety, and compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations.
Build effective relationships with families, schools, social workers, and other professionals.
Support with records, reporting, handovers, and team meetings.
Help create a safe, welcoming, family‑like home environment where young people can thrive.

What We’re Looking For

Experience working with children or young people (care, education, youth work, or similar).
Confidence leading shifts and supporting a team.
Strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma‑informed practice.
Resilience, empathy, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete).
A positive, caring approach and commitment to our values.

Why Join Phoenix House?

Be part of an exciting new service built on Outstanding foundations.
Help shape a warm, supportive, high‑quality home from the start.
Work within a culture of openness, respect, and genuine teamwork.
Opportunities for progression, training, and professional development.
Make a meaningful difference every day to the lives of young people.

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?

Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute.

Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces.

Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.

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.

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