Support Worker in Cannock

Location: Cannock, Staffordshire

Pay: £13.36 - £14.11 per hour

Work Patterns: You will work rewarding long day shifts including early starts, late evenings, weekends and sleep ins fairly planned within the rotas.

Make Every Day Extraordinary! At Inspire, being a Support Worker means more than a job - it’s a chance to shape young lives. Based in our welcoming home in Cannock, you’ll support children and young people (ages 3–18) with learning disabilities to feel safe, valued and inspired. From helping with daily routines to sharing laughs over games or cheering on small milestones, you’ll be making a lasting difference. Some days will be challenging, but every smile and breakthrough makes it worthwhile.

What You’ll Do:

• Support young people with their daily routines; Personal Care, getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities through to bed time.
• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.
• Keep essential records for high-quality care.

Where You’ll Do It:

A nurturing 8 bedroom children’s residential home that prides itself on creating a family environment where our young people feel a genuine sense of love and belonging. Our setting is able to meet a wide range of complex needs, the care is delivered by a team of staff who are committed to their roles and responsibilities. Our team recognise that each child’s journey throughout childhood is very different, there is no milestone too small to celebrate for our young people, every day the home is filled with laughter and encouragement. Our strength lies in our ability to remain child focused. The team functions as an anchor of support built on trust, communication, and a shared commitment to the young people. We support each other through open dialogue, and reflective practice. Whether it’s stepping in during a difficult moment, celebrating a child’s progress, or simply checking on a colleague’s wellbeing, the team pulls together instinctively.

Who You Are:

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Whether you’ve worked in care supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health, education, customer service, or another people-focused role, we value transferable skills such as:

• Warm, patient and caring with a focus on others.
• No experience needed - full training provided.
• A real desire to make a difference every day.
• Must hold a manual Drivers Licence (vehicles are provided at the home).
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts including weekends and sleep ins.

Why Join Us?

• Full Time contracts.
• Competitive Salary.
• A Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well-designed space.
• A team that feels like family – the support you need to thrive.
• Expert Training: Two weeks of fully funded induction including Enhanced DBS.
• Comprehensive, hands-on training that’s built around your needs and your role.
• Career Progression: Fully Funded QCF Diploma (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways to promotion.
• £1000 Recommend A Friend Bonus.
• Exclusive discounts at major retailers.
• 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation.

Your Next Step:

Apply today and start your rewarding journey with Inspire. This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Safeguarding Statement: Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.