Support Worker, Child Development​/Support

Phoenix House – Opening Soon! Join Our Team

Phoenix House is a brand-new children’s home opening soon, built on the successful ethos of our sister home, Henley House, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted. We’re bringing that same commitment, passion, and child‑centred care to this exciting new service.

At Phoenix House, young people will find more than a place to stay, they’ll find a place to grow, feel safe, and truly belong. Our approach is built on strong relationships, openness, and respect, ensuring every young person feels heard, valued, and supported.

We’re creating a warm, family‑like home powered by a dedicated team of compassionate, skilled professionals. Our staff will champion new ideas, drive positive change, and help build a nurturing environment where young people can thrive emotionally, socially, and personally.

If you want to be part of shaping a new home from the ground up and make a real difference in the lives of young people, Phoenix House is the perfect place to grow your career.

At Salutem Care and Education, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live the life they choose.

As one of the UK's leading providers of specialist care, education, and support services, we deliver life-changing outcomes for children, young people, and adults across England and Wales. From residential care and supported living services to schools and colleges, our teams work every day to help individuals achieve their ambitions, maximise their independence, and realise their potential.

We are proud to be recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 and one of the Top 10 Global Inspiring Workplaces 2026—a reflection of our commitment to creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

As a Support Worker, you will be part of a passionate and supportive team, providing consistent, nurturing care to young people with a range of emotional, social, and developmental needs. No two days are the same, from supporting daily routines and education, to outdoor activities and personal growth, your role will have a direct, positive impact on the lives of the young people in your care.

• Deliver personalised, trauma-informed care that meets the individual needs of each young person
• Support daily routines, education, activities, and family contact
• Build meaningful relationships through empathy, consistency, and effective communication
• Contribute to key working sessions, handovers, and accurate record-keeping
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, social workers, and other professionals
• Undertake sleep-in shifts and flexible working hours to meet the needs of the home
• Identify and report risks, safeguarding concerns, and opportunities for improvement

We’re looking for people who bring heart, dedication, and curiosity to their work. You’ll be:

• Caring, empathetic, and emotionally resilient
• A calm, thoughtful communicator who can build trust quickly
• Organised, reliable, and flexible
• Passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges and achieve their potential
• Committed to working towards (or already holding) Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England)

When you join Phoenix, you have the opportunity to be apart of the core team that leads us to success and ensures that the young people have the best start to their new journey.

Our values shape the way we work. We are Supportive, Ambitious, Loyal, Unique, Transparent, Engaging and Meaningful in everything we do.

We want our people to feel supported, valued and able to thrive — both at work and outside of it.

24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps and bereavement…