At STRM – SEND the Right Message Charity, we are passionate about improving the lives of families of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
As we continue to advance our mission, we are looking to grow our dedicated team with individuals who share our values and vision. Each role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference, empower families, and help build inclusive, resilient communities across Southend, Castle Point, and Rochford.
We strongly encourage interested candidates to carefully review the positions below and apply for the role that best matches their skills, experience, and interests.
STRM invests in its people. All staff complete mandatory safeguarding, data protection, and equality training, with access to Learning and Reflection Sessions for personal growth, reflective practice, and professional development aligned with our GUIDE Values:
G – Growth
U – Understanding
I – Integrity
D – Diversity
E – Empowerment
STRM – SEND the Right Message Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults at risk, and families.
Safer recruitment is a vital part of this commitment, and all trustees, staff, and volunteers are expected to share this responsibility and uphold our GUIDE Values in every role.
All appointments are subject to appropriate checks, including references and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with STRM’s Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies.
STRM is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds particularly those with lived experience of disability, neurodivergence, or caring roles.
We are happy to discuss and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and employment process to ensure accessibility and fairness.
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Please read our Candidate Privacy Notice to understand how we handle and protect your personal information during the recruitment process.
Part-time | Term-time | £13.50 per hour
Fixed-term contract: 1 October 2026 – 31 July 2027
Possibility of extension subject to continued funding and organisational need.
STRM – SEND the Right Message is looking for a confident, friendly and approachable Family Support & Children’s Activity Worker to join our team.
This is a varied, community-based role supporting neurodivergent children, young people and their families across our activities and wider family support work.
The role includes a mix of daytime and evening shifts during term time.
Friendly, confident and comfortable talking to people, with a good understanding of neurodivergence and SEND. You’ll need to be organised, reliable, confident using IT and the telephone, and comfortable representing STRM within the community.
Experience working with children, young people and/or families is essential. Experience supporting neurodivergent children, young people or SEND families is desirable.
Read the full Job Description and Person Specification and apply below.
Closing date: 14th September 2026
Apply here: https://hr.breathehr.com/v/family-support-and-children-s-48409
Interviews: TBC
All appointments are subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including references and an Enhanced DBS.
STRM – SEND the Right Message
Registered Charity 1193572
