Senior Support Worker

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Client: Cambian Group (Part of the CareTech Family)

Location: Birmingham

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: Up to £37,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Date Posted: 22 June 2026 | Closing Date: 31 July 2026

Reference: SYS-25988

Nurture Creativity, Lead with Passion, and Shape Futures

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we specialise in connecting talented care leaders with environments where they can make a lasting difference. We are proud to recruit on behalf of the Cambian Group, one of the UK’s most respected providers of children's residential services.

We are seeking an experienced, energetic, and empathetic Senior Support Worker to join a highly creative, vibrant children's home in Birmingham. If you thrive in an active environment full of laughter, expression, and teamwork, this is the perfect place to elevate your career.

### Welcome to the Home: Joy, Wit, and Achievement

This Birmingham home is unique because of its incredible energy, focusing heavily on welcoming playful activities and supporting children to truly express themselves.

The Residents: The home is currently filled with joy and energy by 3 young females, each with her own distinct personality, sense of humour, and witty charm. They are remarkably supportive of one another and constantly make the staff team laugh.
A Culture of Pride: These young people are consistently achieving great things—whether it's excelling in school or shining on stage in a local pantomime show.
The Team: You will join a beautifully synchronised team that thrives on structure and consistency. Staff lean on one another daily to manage morning school routines and evening settling times, often diving directly into the girls' hobbies and creative projects to ensure they feel valued and appreciated.

### Your Role: What You’ll Do

As a Senior Support Worker, you will bridge the gap between outstanding therapeutic care and shift leadership:

Shift Leadership: Lead daily shifts seamlessly and deputise for the Home Manager to ensure the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Daily Rhythm: Maintain essential structure for the home, managing morning routines, meal preparations, and evening unwind times.
Facilitating Hobbies: Identify the girls' creative interests and actively participate alongside them in their arts, crafts, and hobbies.
Emotional Support: Form deep, trust-based relationships built on active listening, patience, and consistency.
Record Keeping: Meticulously update logs, care plans, and essential records to monitor progress and maintain quality care.

### Who You Are

To step into this senior role and guide this wonderful home, you must meet the following criteria:

Qualifications: Must hold a minimum of an NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
Experience: A minimum of two years of working experience in a residential childcare setting.
Licence: Must hold a full UK Driving Licence.
Traits: Warm, incredibly patient, a fantastic listener, and an encourager who loves celebrating children's milestones.

### Why Join the Family?

Cambian rewards its senior staff with a premium benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and career:

Competitive Salary: Up to £37,000 per annum based on what you bring to the table.
High-Street Savings: Exclusive retail discounts at major brands (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.).
Health Benefits: Dental and optical cashback schemes after two years of service.
24/7 Support: Employee helplines and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation.
Paid Induction: Two weeks of comprehensive, fully funded expert training.
Uncapped Career Growth: Fully funded advanced Diplomas (up to Level 5) with a clear roadmap to management and beyond.