Senior Support Worker
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Working hours: 40 per week
Salary: Up to £34,779 (depending on experience and qualification)
Closing Date: Saturday 29 November 2025
What You’ll Do
* Support young people with daily routines, such as getting ready for school, preparing meals, and planning activities.
* Create a warm, homely environment by assisting with light housekeeping.
* Lead shifts and deputise home manager.
* Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
* Plan and join fun activities, including trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights, and creative projects.
* Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.
Where You’ll Do It
We are a 3‑bed children’s home in Birmingham. The home is a detached property in a cul‑de‑sac in South Birmingham. We support children and young people of all ages and various needs, focusing on those with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Our goal is to help them feel loved, accepted, and capable of experiencing normalcy.
Who You Are
* Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager – focused on achieving outcomes for others.
* Driver with full UK driving licence.
* Hold a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
* Minimum 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 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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