Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care

Full UK Manual Driving Licence Essential

Location: Worcester Area- Remote (company vehicle provided during shifts)
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off – includes long days & sleep-ins
Salary: 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 setting
QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent) – essential
Experience leading or supervising teams
Full UK manual driving licence – essential (rural location)
Willingness to work long days, sleep-ins, weekends & unsociable hours
Able 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 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:

At Branas Isaf, we believe in:

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’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