Children’s Residential Support Worker

Location: Nottingham

Salary: £13.19 – £13.81 per hour + £30 per sleep-in + enhanced overtime rates

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week / approx. 169 hours a month on a rota basis)

Closing Date: 31 July 2026

Reference: SYS-26029

Are you a positive, caring, and compassionate role model looking for a truly rewarding career?
At Supportive Bridge Staffing, we are delighted to partner with the prestigious Cambian Group to find dedicated Support Workers for their children’s residential homes in Nottingham. If you are flexible, reliable, and eager to help young people make positive choices, this is your chance to step into a career that changes lives—even if you have no prior experience!

About the Role

No two days are ever the same in a children's residential home. Your day could include everything from organizing fun activities and baking to attending parental appointments or helping with homework. Working alongside a dedicated clinical team and local authorities, you will provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that meets the needs of children and young people in line with OFSTED regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Support: Help with the smooth running of the home, including general housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, laundry, and baking.
Activities & Community: Organize and participate in social activities, days out, community work, and the occasional holiday with the young people.
Collaborative Care: Participate in team meetings to share best practices and work closely with clinical teams to support the young people's care plans.
Rota Flexibility: Work a rolling rota that includes mandatory sleep-in shifts (typically 2–3 per week).

What We Are Looking For

Life Skills & Empathy: While prior experience in health and social care or childcare is a benefit, it is not essential. Full, comprehensive training is provided!
Driving Licence: Ideally, you will hold a full UK driving licence (or be actively working towards one) due to the location and nature of the role.
Key Attributes: You must be adaptable, resilient, an excellent communicator, and able to read situations to help young people make positive life choices.
Sponsorship: Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Why Join Us? (The Benefits)

Cambian Group believes in heavily investing in their staff. If you are eager to build a long-term career, this role offers an industry-leading package:

Financial Incentives: Earn a £30 sleep-in rate per night, enhanced overtime pay, and a lucrative Refer-a-Friend scheme.
Fully Funded Qualifications: Get enrolled onto the NVQ Children and Young People’s Workforce qualification—a nationally recognized asset worth over £6,000, fully paid for by the company.
Outstanding Onboarding: Receive a 10-day paid intensive induction course (face-to-face and online) plus 3–5 paid shadowing shifts with experienced staff.
Workplace Perks: 224 hours of annual leave (with long-service increases), free on-site parking, free meals provided during your shift, and access to company social/fundraising events.
Peace of Mind: Full enhanced adult and child DBS checks are paid for by the employer.