£32,448 to £38,118 per year, Competitive
Contract Type:
Permanent
Hours:
Full time
Disability Confident:
No
Closing Date:
05/12/2025
About this job
Senior Support Worker
* Children’s Residential Care
* Full UK Manual Driving Licence Essential
* Location: BALA- Remote (company vehicle provided during shifts)
* Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off
* includes long days & sleep-ins Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Support Worker (internally known as a Residential Team Leader) to join our dedicated team at Branas Isaf Children’s Services, part of the CareTech Group
* one of the UK’s leading providers of therapeutic care and education.
This is more than just a job
* it’s a chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
What You’ll Need
* Minimum 12 months’ experience in a children’s residential care setting
* QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent)
* Experience leading or supervising teams
* Full UK manual driving licence
* Willingness to work long days, sleep-ins, weekends & unsociable hours (rural location)
* Ability to be part of the on‑call management rota
Key Responsibilities
* Lead by example to support and develop your team
* Promote positive routines, structure and behaviour
* Act as a key worker and mentor to young people
* Support care planning, reviews and reporting
* Foster a safe, stable and caring home environment
* Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and families
What We Offer
* £500 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
* Competitive salary enhanced rates for qualified staff
* Fully funded Leadership & Management training programmes
* 4-week paid induction ongoing face‑to‑face therapeutic training
* Access to free online learning across a wide range of topics
* Free Enhanced DBS check
* Company vehicle to use during working hours
* Free parking on‑site
* Opportunities for career progression within a national provider
* Refer‑a‑Friend Scheme – earn up to £1,000 per successful referral
* Employee benefits and recognition programmes
Our Values
* Empowerment – helping young people build confidence and independence
* Respect – treating everyone with dignity and compassion
* Teamwork – working together to create a safe and supportive environment
* Innovation – continuously improving our care and approach
Ready to step into leadership and make a real impact? If you meet the criteria and are passionate about changing lives, making Extraordinary Days Every Day, click Apply Now.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS/PVG check and Regulated Activity, which will include a check against the barred children’s list.
Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Progress (DWP).
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