Senior Support Worker – CareTech
Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Working hours: 40 per week
Salary: Up to £34,779 (depending on experience and qualification)
Closing date: Friday 31 October 2025
About the role
At CareTech, you’ll support young people aged 8–18 living in our residential home. You will help with daily routines, meal preparation, activities and emotional support, while maintaining a warm, homely environment.
What you’ll do
* Support young people with daily routines and personal care, including preparing for school and meal times.
* Help with light housekeeping and maintain a safe, welcoming environment.
* Lead shifts and deputise the home manager when required.
* Build strong relationships and provide emotional support.
* Plan and facilitate enjoyable activities such as park trips, movie nights, creative projects.
* Keep accurate records of care and attendance.
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 NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare and two years’ experience in a residential setting.
* Capable of working with vulnerable children and have a DBS check.
Benefits
* Expert training: fully funded two‑week induction.
* Career growth: fully funded diplomas (Levels 3‑5) and promotion pathways.
* Health benefits: dental and optical cashback after two years.
* 24/7 support via the CareTech Foundation helpline and hardship grants.
* Exclusive discounts at major retailers such as ASDA, Tesco, M&S.
* Working in a comfortable, well‑designed home with a large garden and close to city transport.
Safeguarding and DBS
Cambian are committed to promoting safeguarding and the welfare of all children within our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and 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.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CareTech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including those with disabilities, protected class status and gender, age, race, religion, veteran status, and sexual and gender identity.
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