Senior Support Worker
Location: Birmingham
Pay: Up to £34,779 (depending on experience and qualifications)
At Cambian Group, you’re not just working – you’re shaping futures, and as a Senior Support Worker, based within West Midlands, every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.
A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment – these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.
What You’ll Do
* Support young people with their daily routines; getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times, and planning activities.
* Help with light housekeeping to create a warm, homely environment.
* Lead shifts and deputise the home manager.
* Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
* Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights, or creative projects.
* Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.
Where You’ll Do It
The home is registered to accommodate up to two young people. It aims to provide care for a range of children who have emotional and/or behavioural difficulties up to the age of 18. Hay Park will also ensure that staff receive specific training to meet each child’s needs. The home is part of Cambian Group and is committed to providing the best possible care for the young people we look after. We are registered with Ofsted to provide residential care for young people up to 18 years old of either gender with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, through adverse childhood experiences such as trauma, neglect, sexual, physical, mental or emotional abuse or children that are in a situation of family breakdown.
We do not have any young people in our home as yet as we are currently reopening the home. Our aim is to provide outstanding individualised care packages to each young person, that are child‑centred and empowering. We set small achievable targets that lead to bigger objectives, with all young people involved in planning and decision making based on what is important from their own perspective and areas of need. Our staff team continually builds on relationships made with the young person and the care plan adapts as they develop and change over time, in line with the local authority care plan.
Who You Are
* Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager, focused on achieving outcomes for others.
* Driver with a full UK driving licence.
* Holder of a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
* At least two years of working experience in a residential setting.
Why Join Us?
* Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.).
* Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years.
* 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation.
* A welcoming home: work in a comfortable and well‑designed space.
* Expert training: Two weeks of fully funded induction.
* Career growth: Fully funded diplomas (Levels 3‑5) and clear pathways for promotion.
* Supportive team: work with people who care as much as you do.
Your Next Step
This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!
Safeguarding Statement
Cambian is committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all children within our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and must be able to provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide reference information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full‑time education.
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