Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care
Full UK Manual Driving Licence Essential
Location: Bromyard - Remote (company vehicle provided during shifts)Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off – includes long days & sleep-insSalary: Competitive + £500 Welcome Bonus + Enhanced Qualified Rates
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 settingQCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent) – essentialExperience leading or supervising teamsFull UK manual driving licence – essential (rural location)Willingness to work long days, sleep-ins, weekends & unsociable hoursAble to be part of the on-call management rota
Your Role as a Senior Support Worker:
As a Residential Team Leader, you'll play a vital role in supporting young people to achieve their potential and thrive within a therapeutic, structured and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead by example to support and develop your teamPromote positive routines, structure and behaviourAct as a key worker and mentor to young peopleSupport care planning, reviews and reportingFoster a safe, stable and caring home environmentLiaise with multi-disciplinary teams and families
What We Offer:
£500 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)Competitive salary + enhanced rates for qualified staffFully funded Leadership & Management training programmes4-week paid induction + ongoing face-to-face therapeutic trainingAccess to free online learning across a wide range of topicsFree Enhanced DBS checkCompany vehicle to use during working hoursFree parking on-siteOpportunities for career progression within a national providerRefer-a-Friend Scheme – earn up to £1,000 per successful referralEmployee benefits and recognition programmes
Our Values:
At Branas Isaf, we believe in:
Empowerment – helping young people build confidence and independenceRespect – treating everyone with dignity and compassionTeamwork – working together to create a safe and supportive environmentInnovation – 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’d love to hear from you!
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