Support Worker

The Cambian Group; Kendal; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in children's care is seeking a Children's Residential Care Worker in Kendal. This role involves supporting young people aged 7-19 in their daily activities, ensuring they develop crucial life skills in a nurturing environment. With a competitive salary and opportunities for career development, you’ll make a significant impact in their lives. Join a dedicated team and help shape the future of young individuals through your commitment and expertise.

Benefits

Fully funded NVQs (Levels 3-5)

Internal promotion opportunities

6 weeks annual leave entitlement

Access to retailer discounts

Health benefits including dental and optical cashback

24/7 helpline support

Hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation

Qualifications

• Must hold a clean Full UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Assist young people in developing life skills and confidence.
• Provide a supportive and nurturing environment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on care plans.
• Act as a positive role model in educational activities.
• Facilitate daily living tasks ensuring safety and well-being.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Genuine passion for improving the lives of young people

Flexible approach to shift work

Mature, calm demeanour

Active listening skills

Job description

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Salary: From £26,240 up to £28,200 DOE per annum plus sleep-in allowance

Make a Difference Every Day

At Cambian, everything you do matters. As a Children’s Residential Care Worker, you’ll be part of a home where your care, attention, and presence shape the lives of young people aged 7–19.

From helping with homework to playing games or asking, “How was school?”, every moment builds trust, confidence, and a sense of safety. Though the work is challenging, the reward comes in every breakthrough and smile.

What You’ll do:

• Assist young people in developing life skills, qualifications, and confidence.
• Provide a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes individual growth.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised care plans.
• Act as a positive role model while engaging young people in educational and social activities.
• Facilitate and support daily living tasks and routines, ensuring safety and well-being.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Genuine passion for improving the lives of young people.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Flexible approach to shift work, adapting to varying scheduling needs.
• Mature, calm demeanour with active listening skills.
• Must hold a clean Full UK Driving License.

Why Join Us?

Career Development: Fully funded NVQs (Levels 3-5) and internal promotion opportunities.

• Annual salary from £26,240 up to £28,200 plus sleep-in allowance
• 6 weeks annual leave entitlement
• Access to discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 years.
• Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation.

Cambian prides itself on being an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

If you want to learn from and work with a highly specialist, incredibly proud and integrated team that unlocks the potential of young people who will challenge you, stand up to you, then trust you and ultimately move forward because of you, then please talk to us. We’d love to help you move forward too.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding process, and the search will be based solely on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. To avoid unconscious bias and discrimination, only authorized personnel on the appointment panel will conduct the search and share relevant findings.